Henninger Turm

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Henninger Turm was a grain elevator and brewery tower located in the Sachsenhausen district of Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It was built in 1961 and was a prominent feature of the city's skyline until its demolition in 2013. The tower was named after the Henninger Brewery, which was one of the largest breweries in Frankfurt.

History

The Henninger Turm was constructed between 1959 and 1961 and stood at a height of 120 meters. It was designed by the architect Karl Lieser. The tower served as a grain storage facility for the Henninger Brewery and included a revolving restaurant at the top, which offered panoramic views of Frankfurt and the surrounding area.

Architecture

The Henninger Turm was notable for its cylindrical shape and the large, rotating restaurant at the top. The design was functional, serving both as a storage facility and a tourist attraction. The tower had a capacity to store up to 16,000 tons of grain.

Demolition and Reconstruction

In 2013, the original Henninger Turm was demolished to make way for a new residential tower. The new Henninger Turm, completed in 2017, stands at 140 meters and includes luxury apartments, a restaurant, and a viewing platform.

Cultural Significance

The Henninger Turm was an iconic landmark in Frankfurt and was well-known for the annual Henninger Turm Radrennen, a professional cycling race that started and finished at the tower. The race was one of the most important cycling events in Germany.

Related Pages

• Frankfurt am Main
• Sachsenhausen (Frankfurt am Main)
• Henninger Brewery
• Henninger Turm Radrennen
• Grain elevator
• Brewery