Bismarck Tower Markneukirchen
On the Oberer Berg hill in Markneukirchen stands the first Bismarck Tower in Vogtland. Built in 1900 according to the famous design "Twilight of the Gods" and is a symbol of historical respect, strength and beauty of the landscape with a view of Bohemia.
14 m
Zdarma
pěšky z města nebo autem k lesu
Wilhelm Kreis
1900
Access routes
The lookout tower is easily accessible from the center of Markneukirchen, offering a comfortable trip suitable for recreational tourists.
Pěšky z centra: 1,5 km po značené stezce, mírné stoupání.
Parkování u lesa na Oberer Berg, poté krátká pěší stezka.
History of the lookout tower
The tower was created on the initiative of a military association and was ceremonially opened on July 15, 1900. Architect Wilhelm Kreis first implemented his winning design from 1899 here, laying the foundation stone for the typical form of Bismarck towers. The original fireplace was removed after a few years and replaced by an observation deck. Memorial plaques with the names of the initiators have been preserved above the entrance.
Architecture and design
The tower consists of a massive square pylon made of roughly worked granite. It is flanked at the corners by three-quarter columns supporting a distinctive cornice and superstructure. Inside is a spiral staircase illuminated by windows. The upper part is finished with a glazed tambour with a low roof, from which a view opens up of Bohemia, Vogtland and Franconia.
Gallery Bismarck Tower Markneukirchen
The gallery features photographs of the tower, views of the surrounding landscape, and details of historical inscriptions.
