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Einstein Tower
Pioneering astrophysics in an expressionist masterpiece
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Potsdam: First Steps10 pts
Potsdam: Explorer25 pts
Potsdam: Insider50 pts
The Einstein Tower on Potsdam's Telegrafenberg, designed by Erich Mendelsohn, is a groundbreaking example of expressionist architecture. Built as a solar observatory to validate Einstein's theory of relativity, it is part of the Albert Einstein Science Park and is a protected monument. The tower is operated by the Leibniz Institute for Astrophysics Potsdam.
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The Einstein Tower was named after Nobel laureate Albert Einstein.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1919
- Architect
- Erich Mendelsohn
- Architectural Style
- Expressionism
- Height
- 20 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Opening Date
- 1924
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Audio Guide
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Heritage Sites in Potsdam — Walk IIStop 11 of 11
Location
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