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View of the Old Waterworks
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Jockel
September 14, 2025
Mountain biking
The Hinkelstein Waterworks is a historic groundwater extraction facility in Frankfurt am Main, built between 1890 and 1893. Today, it is part of one of the largest water supply systems operated by Hessenwasser GmbH & Co. KG in the Frankfurt City Forest.
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Key Facts:
Location: Frankfurt am Main, City Forest/Schwanheim (Hinkelsteinschneise 1).
Architecture: Known for its domed rotunda, a cylindrical building made of multicolored bricks that formerly housed steam engines and pumps.
History: In operation since 1894, it was the third and largest facility in the City Forest, designed by William Heerlein Lindley.
FrankfurtRheinMain Cultural Region
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Key Facts:
Location: Frankfurt am Main, City Forest/Schwanheim (Hinkelsteinschneise 1).
Architecture: Known for its domed rotunda, a cylindrical building made of multicolored bricks that formerly housed steam engines and pumps.
History: In operation since 1894, it was the third and largest facility in the City Forest, designed by William Heerlein Lindley.
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Hans
November 14, 2025
Gravel riding
A beautiful building, in parts even a gem. A stop and a closer look are worthwhile.
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 110 m
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