A graduation tower is used to extract salt. The impressive buildings were built in the 18th century. Of the 23 graduation towers that once existed in Bad Nauheim, five remain today. Information boards tell you more about the history of salt extraction and how a graduation tower works. By the way: The buildings are particularly beautiful in the morning and evening light when the sun's rays break through the millions of drops of water.

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April 3, 2021

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The "dark giants" are striking features in the cityscape. Cool, slightly salty air blows around the large facilities. If you breathe in near them, you will immediately feel a pleasant …

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August 25, 2023

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A refreshing sea breeze blows through the middle of Bad Nauheim! The reason for this are the graduation buildings, which were originally part of the Nauheim saltworks, one of the …

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Location: Bad Nauheim, Wetteraukreis, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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