Svaneke water tower

#195 among destinations in Denmark

Tower, Novelty architecture

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The Svaneke water tower, in the small town of Svaneke on the Danish island of Bornholm, was designed by award-winning architect Jørn Utzon and completed in 1952. It was the first successful project of the architect who would later design the Sydney Opera House. ()

Local name: Svaneke Vandtårn Coordinates: 55°8'20"N, 15°8'1"E

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HovedstadenDenmark

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Svaneke water tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Joboland, Svaneke Church, Svanemøllen, Bechs Mølle.

1.4 miSW
Amusement, Amusement park
Joboland
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Denmark, Joboland is a family-friendly amusement park that promises a day of fun and adventure for visitors of all ages. With its lush greenery and array of attractions, this park offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily...
0.5 miSE
Church
Svaneke Church
13 min walk • Svaneke Church stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Denmark, located in the picturesque town of Svaneke on the eastern coast of Bornholm Island. This beautiful church, constructed in the 16th century, is an exemplar of the Gothic architectural style...
~630 ftS
Windmill
Svanemøllen
4 min walk • Svanemøllen is a wooden smock mill located just west of Svaneke on the Danish island of Bornholm. Built in 1857, it remained in service until the 1950s. Since 1960, it has been a listed building.
~580 ftN
Windmill
Bechs Mølle
3 min walk • Bechs Mølle is a post mill located in Svaneke on the Danish island of Bornholm. Built in 1629, it is the oldest standing windmill in Denmark.
0.9 miSE
Lighthouse
Svaneke Lighthouse
24 min walk • Svaneke Lighthouse is located southeast of Svaneke harbour on the Danish island of Bornholm. The overall height of the tower is 18 metres.
1 miNW
Locality
Listed
26 min walk • For those interested in history and culture, Hovedstaden offers a wealth of museums and galleries. The National Museum of Denmark houses an extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits that trace the country's history from ancient times to the present day.