Fernmeldeturm Mannheim
The Fernmeldeturm Mannheim is a 217.8-metre-high (715 ft) concrete telecommunication tower with an observation deck in Mannheim, Germany. It was designed by the architects and built from 1973 and 1975. It contains transmission facilities for UHR radio services, microwave communications, and omnidirectional radio services. A glassed observation deck and a revolving restaurant at a height of 120 metres allow a nice view over Mannheim and the surrounding area. The tower is a modern landmark of the city of Mannheim.[1]
In December 1994 a German SAR Army helicopter returning from a medical patient transfer mission collided with the top of the tower and fell to the ground. The crew of four people died instantly. Parts of the top of the tower were disconnected and also fell to the ground.
Memorial to the misfortune of 05.12.1994
Inscription to the misfortune of the 05.12.1994
Coordinates: 49°29′13″N 8°29′32″E / 49.48694°N 8.49222°E
See also[]
- List of Towers
Notes[]
- ^ Der Brockhaus Mannheim: Lexikon zum 400-jährigen Stadtjubiläum. Brockhaus in der Wissenmedia. 2006. p. 384. ISBN 3-7653-0181-7.
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- Towers completed in 1975
- Observation towers in Baden-Württemberg
- Towers with revolving restaurants
- Communication towers in Germany
- Buildings and structures in Mannheim
- Tourist attractions in Mannheim
- 1975 establishments in West Germany
- Baden-Württemberg building and structure stubs