Bismarck Tower Plauen
An imposing stone pillar stands on the Kemmler mountain, reminiscent of the glorious era of Bismarck. The lookout tower from 1902 is not only an exceptional building, but also an important excursion point with a beautiful view of the city of Plauen and the entire Vogtland.
18,25 m
Zdarma
pěšky nebo autem s parkováním u věže
Wilhelm Kreis, Reinhold Döhling
1902
Access routes
The tower is easily accessible by foot and by car. It is part of a marked circular trail and is also suitable for a family trip.
Plauener Rundwanderweg – modrá trasa přes Neundorf a Südvorstadt, celková délka 40 km.
Autem z A72 výjezdem Plauen-Süd, parkoviště Alte Plauensche Straße, poté krátká pěší trasa.
History of the lookout tower
The tower was built in 1902 on the site of an older lookout tower. It was designed by Wilhelm Kreis and modified by Reinhold Döhling for viewing purposes. The tower was officially opened on August 31, 1902 and became an important symbol of Vogtland. You can still find the original memorial plaques, reliefs and remains of the fireplace here.
Architecture and design
The tower stands on a massive square base of 11 × 11 m. The structure combines granite blocks and a slate interior. The entrance is decorated with a relief of the imperial eagle, inside there is a suspended staircase with 65 stone steps and a spiral iron staircase to the lookout. The result is a monument with a distinctive silhouette, topped with a low tent roof.
Gallery Bismarck Tower Plauen
Capturing the tower's distinctive silhouette, including the interior, stonework details, and panoramic views.
