Quadrate in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Mannheimer Wasserturm
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Mannheim Water Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, February 20, 2024
1. Mannheimer Wasserturm / Mannheim Water Tower Marker
Geschichte
1886 - Baubeginn-Architekt Gustav Halmhuber
1888 - Inbetriebnahme des Turmbehälters
1889 - Aufstellung der Amphitrite auf der Turmspitze
1907 - Inbetriebnahme der Wasserspiele
1943-1945 - Kriegsschäden am Turm - Notreparaturen
1963 - Erneuerung des Turmes in der Urform
1984-1985 - Erneuerung der Wasserspiele, Automatisierung der Fontänenbilder
1986-1988 - Sanierung der Fassade, Restaurierung der Ornamente und Figuren
Technische Daten
Wasserturmhöhe - 60,33 m
Behälter - 2000 m3
Aufgaben - Zusatzeinspeisung bei Höchstverbrauch Störreserve für das Verteilernetz
Wasserspiele mit Fontäne - 178 Düsen
Leistung max. - 1200 m³/h
Wasserspringhöhe - max. 28 m
Unterwasserscheinwerfer - 98 Stück
Geländehöhe am Turmfuss - 95,70 m.ü. NN
History
1886 - Start of construction – Architect Gustav Halmhuber
1888 - Commissioning of the tower container
1889 - Installation of Amphitrite on the tower's peak
1907 - Commissioning of the water fountains
1943-1945
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1963 - Renewal of the tower to its original form
1984-1985 - Renewal of the water fountains, automation of the fountain displays
1986-1988 - Renovation of the facade, restoration of ornaments and figures
Technical Specifications
Water tower height - 60.33 m
Container - 2000 m³
Functions - Additional supply during peak consumption, reserve for distribution network
Water features with fountain - 178 nozzles
Max. capacity - 1200 m³/h
Water jet height - max. 28 m
Underwater spotlights - 98 units
Ground height at tower base - 95.70 m above sea level
Erected by MAA Energie AG.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1886.
Location. 49° 29.038′ N, 8° 28.546′ E. Marker is in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg. It is in Quadrate. It is at the intersection of Friedrichsplatz and B38 on Friedrichsplatz. The marker is located on the east side of the Water Tower. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Mannheim BW 68165, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Friedrichsplatz (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Wasserturm / Water Tower (about 90 meters away); Rosengarten / Rose Garden
Photographed by James Hulse, February 20, 2024
2. The west side of the Mannheim Water Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, February 20, 2024
3. The drinking fountain along the Water Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, February 20, 2024
4. Artwork along the Mannheim Water Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, February 20, 2024
5. The view of the Mannheim Water Tower from across the street
Credits. This page was last revised on January 18, 2025. It was originally submitted on January 16, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 927 times since then and 75 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on January 18, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
