Pyramidenkogel Tower

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Pyramidenkogel Tower is a 100-meter tall observation tower located near Lake Wörthersee in Carinthia, Austria. Completed in 2013, it is made of wood and steel, making it one of the tallest of its kind in the world. The tower offers panoramic views of the surrounding region.

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Designed by architect Markus Klaura and engineer Dietmar Kaden, the Pyramidenkogel Tower features a spiral structure with 16 elliptic lamellae for stability. Visitors can access the top via an elevator or a 441-step staircase. An indoor and outdoor observation deck are accessible. A slide, measuring 120 meters, allows an alternative descent. The site includes parking and a café.