Berliner Innenstadt in Mitte, Germany — Northeast German Plain (The European Plain)
Wasserkaskaden am Fernsehturm
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Water Cascades at the Television Tower
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
1. Wasserkaskaden am Fernsehturm / Water Cascades at the Television Tower Marker
Erbaut 1970–1972 VEB Ingenieurhochbau Berlin
Projektierungskollektiv Dr. Herzog
Reparatur- und Instandsetzungsarbeiten
in den 80er und 90er Jahren
Grundsanierung 2005–2007
Wieder-inbetriebnahme 24. August 2007
EFRE Aufschwung durch Europa!
Dieses Projekt wurde durch das Land Berlin im Rahmen der Gemeinschaftsaufgabe „Verbesserung der regionalen Wirtschaftsstruktur“ aus Bundes- und Landesmitteln gefördert und durch die Europäische Union kofinanziert.
Built 1970–1972 by VEB Ingenieurhochbau Berlin, Projektierungskollektiv Dr. Herzog. Repair and maintenance work was carried out in the 1980s and 1990s, followed by comprehensive restoration from 2005–2007. Recommissioning took place on August 24, 2007. EFRE: Growth through Europe! This project was funded by the State of Berlin as part of the joint task “Improvement of Regional Economic Structure” using federal and state funds, and was co-financed by the European Union.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical date for this entry is August 24, 2007.
Location. 52° 31.202′ N, 13° 24.48′ E.
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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 Holy Roman Empire, the former East Germany, and at the Berlin Wall.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: St. Marienkirche / St. Mary’s Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Marienviertel / Marien Quarter (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Rotes Rathaus / Red Town Hall (about 150 meters away); Elementweise / Prefabricated Construction (about 210 meters away); Das Kaufhaus Israel, ein Opfer der Nazis / The Israel Department Store, a Victim of the Nazis (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Martin Heinrich Klaproth
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
2. Wasserkaskaden am Fernsehturm / Water Cascades at the Television Tower Marker
The view of the marker at the edge of the water fountain. The fountain is shut down during the winter season and no water was in the fountain.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
3. Wasserkaskaden am Fernsehturm / Water Cascades at the Television Tower Marker
The Berlin TV Tower is east of the Water Cascades.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
4. Wasserkaskaden am Fernsehturm / Water Cascades at the Television Tower Marker
The Water Cascades are located directly in front of the Berlin TV Tower.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 11, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1. submitted on May 11, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 13, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
