Gaisbergturm, Heidelberg

Name: Gaisbergturm
Address: Heidelberg, Germany

#31 among attractions in Heidelberg

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The Gaisberg Tower in Heidelberg is a monument standing at the transition of the small plateau of the 375.6 m above sea level Gaisberg to the northwest slope. Designed by the architect Fritz Seitz, it was built in 1876 by the Heidelberg Castle Society. The tower, which is over 13 meters high, can be climbed via 85 differently shaped steps on a spiral staircase running around the outside. The lighthouse of Alexandria probably served as a model. In addition, the shape resembles some oriental spiral minarets. The masonry of the tower consists of red sandstone ashlars and was stacked without mortar or other binding agents.

The Gaisberg Tower was restored in 1926/27 and 2003/04. The last restoration was carried out by the city of Heidelberg and the West-Heidelberg district association.

Coordinates: 49°24'13"N, 8°42'15"E

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Gaisbergturm – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schloss Heidelberg, Heiliggeistkirche, Heidelberg Bridge Monkey, Riesenstein - Kakerlakenhockerwand.

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16th-century ruined castle on a hillside
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49°24'39"N • 8°42'57"E
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0.5 miN
Museum
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Bridge, Historical place
Alte Brücke, Heidelberg
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gaisbergturm?

Nearby attractions include Gaisberg, Heidelberg (1 min walk), Church of St. Peter, Heidelberg (11 min walk), Church of the Redeemer, Heidelberg (11 min walk), Universitätsbibliothek, Heidelberg (11 min walk).

How to get to Gaisbergturm by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gaisbergturm:

Bus

Peterskirche • Lines: 30 (10 min walk)
Blockhaus • Lines: 30 (12 min walk)

Train

Molkenkur (14 min walk)
Schloss (15 min walk)

Tram

Seegarten • Lines: 21, 22, 23 (16 min walk)
Bismarckplatz • Lines: 22, 23, 26 (17 min walk)

Ferry

Stadthalle • Lines: Neckarfähre (17 min walk)
Alte Brücke • Lines: Neckarfähre (19 min walk)