In the 1820s, red dyeing became established in the region. The merchant Johann Jakob Täschler from St. Gallen had a yarn and red dye factory built on the Lower Burgweiher in the following years. In the course of this, the 25 meter high wooden tower tower was erected in 1828. It was used to dry the freshly dyed textiles.

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Clearly part of St. Gallen's city history, this tower is a striking architectural monument that refers to the city's textile history. Information about then and now can be found here:
troeckneturm.ch

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The Tröcknerturm dominates this beautiful recreational area of the city.

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1. St. Gallen West Textile Trail

6.96km

01:51

40m

130m

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2. Tröckneturm, St. Gallen – View of the Sitter River loop from St. Gallen Güterbahnhof

14.6km

04:01

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Tröckneturm, St. Gallen – Burgweiher loop from Lachen

5.43km

01:28

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 650 m

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Tröckneturm, St. Gallen

1. St. Gallen West Textile Trail

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3. Tröckneturm, St. Gallen – Burgweiher loop from Lachen

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