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Tiroler Weiher

A man-made pond for forest water balance

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Located in Frankfurt's city forest, the Tiroler Weiher is an artificial pond created in the late 1950s. It regulates groundwater levels and is situated in the Sachsenhausen district, near the border with Niederrad.

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It was artificially created in the late 1950s.

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As you stand here at the Tiroler Weiher, you're looking at an artificial pond crafted in the late 1950s. Its primary purpose is to regulate groundwater levels in Frankfurt's city forest. You're in the Sachsenhausen district, right near the border with Niederrad. While the pond may seem tranquil, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the local ecosystem. Take a moment to appreciate the natural beauty around you. If you look to the west, you can spot the Jupiter Column with the Greenbelt Animal, just 52 meters away.