ViewpointHeritage Monument6bb5bc39…8645
Gelber Turm/Volkssternwarte
A historic view into the stars and the city
Counts toward these achievements:
Hildesheim: First Steps10 pts
Hildesheim: Explorer25 pts
Hildesheim: Insider50 pts
The Gelber Turm in Hildesheim, a heritage monument in Lower Saxony, offers a stunning view of the city and its surroundings. At sunset, the panorama reveals a romantic blend of Hildesheim's history and beauty. In the evening, the tower transforms into a public observatory, inviting visitors to explore the night sky. It's a place to escape daily life and appreciate the charm of both city and stars.
Be the first to check in here
Did you know?
The Gelber Turm in Hildesheim, a fine example of medieval architecture, is protected as a cultural monument in Lower Saxony.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1886
- Height
- 28 m
- Elevation
- 204.4 m
- Heritage Status
- Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
- Website
- higa-ev.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Audio Guide
0:000:45
Part of These Trails
Towers & Views of HildesheimStop 6 of 6
Location
Nearby
Spitzhut
218 m away
Universität Hildesheim
981 m away
Bismarckturm Hildesheim
1.4 km away
Liebfrauenkirche
997 m away
Matthäuskirche
911 m away
Galgenberg
992 m away
Kriegerdenkmal am Galgenberg
1.6 km away
Sammlung Rolf Irle - Musikinstrumentenmuseum
1.5 km away