Bismarck Tower Netzschkau
On the Kuhberg hill in Netzschkau stands the monumental Bismarck Tower, which resembles a medieval castle lighthouse in its shape. Since 1900, it has offered visitors a magnificent view of the northern Vogtland and the historical overtones of a glorious era.
21 m
1 €
pěšky nebo autem až k věži
Wilhelm Thurm
1900
Access routes
You can reach the lookout tower via various routes that lead through the picturesque Vogtland landscape. The shortest route is also suitable for children.
Z centra Netzschkau po panoramatické trase: 23,4 km nebo okružní trasa přes Brockau: 17,5 km.
Nejkratší cesta: parkování v Brockau, poté krátká pěší trasa přímo k věži.
History of the lookout tower
The tower was inaugurated on October 28, 1900. It was designed by Wilhelm Thurm and built by the firm Golle & Kruschwitz. The tower was inspired by the standard model of the Bismarck columns. The original fireplace was removed due to damage, but the metal brackets were preserved. The building is a monument to the collective efforts of the people of Vogtland.
Architecture and design
The tower has a massive square base and a cylindrical shaft in the shape of a truncated cone. A stone spiral staircase (62 steps) leads to the lower platform, an iron staircase (18 steps) and a ladder staircase (23 steps) to the upper one. The walls are made of granite blocks in cyclopean masonry, the facade is decorated with a carved coat of arms and commemorative plaques.
Gallery Bismarck Tower Netzschkau
The photographs capture the tower's massive silhouette, details of the stone decoration, and views of the surroundings.
