As of: March 7, 2024, 9:27 a.m
By: Sebastian Peters
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It may be hard to believe, but the largest building in Hamburg is not the television tower or the Elbphilharmonie.
But a transmission mast in Moorfleet.
Hamburg - In the skyline of Hamburg stands out a building that is unique in its kind and is considered the tallest in the Hanseatic city: the Billwerder-Moorfleet transmitter.
This impressive construct is not only a symbol of technological advances, but also a witness to Hamburg's eventful broadcasting history.
The Billwerder-Moorfleet transmitter – the largest building in Hamburg
The station was originally built in 1934 as part of the large broadcast network at the time.
His two powerful 100 kW medium wave transmitters on the 904 kHz frequency were technological masterpieces of their time and marked a milestone in the development of broadcasting in Germany.
Founding and origin:
The Billwerder-Moorfleet transmission mast was built in 1934 as part of the large broadcast network at the time.
Location:
The mast is located in the Billwerder-Moorfleet district of Hamburg.
Purpose:
The mast was used for medium wave radio transmissions, with an original broadcast frequency of 904 kHz.
Reconstruction and new beginnings after the war:
After the Second World War, the mast played an important role in the resumption of broadcasting operations under British control.
The Billwerder-Moorfleet transmitter is characterized by its impressive architecture.
The antenna system was originally supported over a 145 meter high wooden tower, which was a remarkable height for its time.
Although this tower had to be shortened to 85 meters during World War II, its presence remained impressive.
After the war, when Hamburg was under British control, the station became a symbol of new beginnings.
He played a crucial role in resuming broadcasting and disseminating news and information in the post-war period.
The station was originally built in 1934 as part of the large broadcast network at the time.
(Symbolic photo) © Imago
Billwerder-Moorfleet transmitter: constantly modernized over time
Over the years, the facility has been constantly modernized and expanded.
The introduction of new technologies led to the replacement of the original medium wave transmitters with more modern systems and the expansion of the frequency spectrum.
These continuous innovations ensure that the Billwerder-Moorfleet station has a permanent place in the history of radio broadcasting.
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Today the Billwerder-Moorfleet transmitter stands as a monument to engineering and broadcasting history.
It remains a visible sign of Hamburg's importance as a media city and is an impressive example of how technology and history can unite in one building.
As the tallest structure in Hamburg, it is not only a landmark of the city, but also a symbol of the evolution of communication technology.