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Messeturm
Swaying Icon of the HanseMesse
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Rostock: First Steps10 pts
Rostock: Explorer25 pts
Rostock: Insider50 pts
Standing at 62.3 meters, the Messeturm in Rostock is a striking example of modern engineering. Designed by Gerkan, Marg and Partners, this tower features a tensegrity structure that can sway up to one meter in the wind. It is composed of six 'twist elements' and is a part of the HanseMesse Rostock.
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The tower was constructed in 2003.
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- Height
- 62.3 m
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Guided Story
Here you are, standing before the Messeturm, an impressive feat of modern architecture. Soaring to a height of 62.3 meters, this tower is a defining feature of the skyline. Designed by the renowned firm Gerkan, Marg and Partners, it forms part of the HanseMesse Rostock. You might feel the breeze gently swaying the structure, thanks to its remarkable tensegrity design, which allows it to sway up to one meter. The tower's unique appearance comes from its six 'twist elements', each standing 8.3 meters tall. As you look around, you might catch sight of the Schmarler Bach to the southwest or the HanseMesse itself nearby.
