Fernsehturm Stuttgart Tower
Television tower in Stuttgart with observation deck
One of the first reinforced‑concrete TV towers, north of Stuttgart, offering an observation deck with views over the city, surrounding vineyards and the Neckar valley. Architects and view‑seekers visit for the structure and panorama.
Fernsehturm Stuttgart at a Glance#
Address: Fernsehturm Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Website: https://www.fernsehturm-stuttgart.de/
Admission: Observation tower/visit: usually free (exterior); special access events may charge
About Fernsehturm Stuttgart#
The Fernsehturm Stuttgart is a television tower in Stuttgart, Germany, notable as the first large TV tower constructed of reinforced concrete. Completed in the mid-1950s, it became a model for later telecommunications towers worldwide.
The tower includes an observation deck and a restaurant that provide panoramic views over Stuttgart and the surrounding Neckar valley. It remains both a functioning broadcast facility and a local visitor attraction.
Designed and engineered in the 1950s, the structure demonstrated new techniques in reinforced concrete tower construction and influenced subsequent tower projects internationally. It continues to be a landmark feature of the Stuttgart skyline.
Located on a hill southwest of central Stuttgart, the tower is accessible from the city and is clearly visible from many neighbourhoods across the basin.
- Height and access: Height is about 217 metres and the tower features a publicly accessible observation deck and a restaurant offering panoramic views of the Stuttgart basin.
- Design significance: Opened in the mid-1950s, it was the first large television tower built from reinforced concrete and influenced tower design worldwide.
How to Get to Fernsehturm Stuttgart#
U-Bahn lines U1/U2/U4 to Ruhbank or Degerloch stations followed by a short uphill walk or local bus. Parking is available but limited during events.
Tips for Visiting Fernsehturm Stuttgart#
- The tower's concrete silhouette is best photographed in low light; sunrise and sunset lend dramatic shadows to its flared base.
- Look for local signage about the elevator tours - Stuttgart's tower operates differently from other German TV towers and public access can vary.
- Combine a visit with the Fernsehturmpark and the nearby Fairgrounds for a fuller day.
Best Time to Visit Fernsehturm Stuttgart#
Best visited in spring and autumn for comfortable weather and clearer long-distance views.
Weather & Climate near Fernsehturm Stuttgart#
Fernsehturm Stuttgart's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (796 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 3° | -3° | 46 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 5° | -2° | 49 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 9° | 2° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.2 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 6° | 60 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 89 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.7 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 8° | 61 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 7° | 1° | 63 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 4° | -2° | 61 mm | overcast | 93% | 3.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
