The structure weighs approximately 150 tons and is constructed from galvanized steel.
Its design was conceptualized by the architectural firm Kolb Ripke Architekten.
The tower was a permanent legacy project constructed specifically for the IGA Berlin 2017.
The 170 nodes and 478 rods are arranged in a complex load-bearing web pattern.
At night, the tower is illuminated by integrated LED lighting, making it visible from a distance.
Wolkenhain is a 120-meter-high steel viewing tower located on the summit of the Kienberg in Berlin’s Marzahn-Hellersdorf district. The structure features a cloud-like design created by 170 steel nodes and white-coated steel rods, intended to mimic the appearance of a floating cloud. It stands on the site of the former International Garden Exhibition (IGA) 2017 grounds. The platform provides panoramic views of Berlin, including the Brandenburg landscape and the high-rise housing estates of Marzahn. Visitors access the peak via an inclined elevator or by walking through the Gärten der Welt park. It serves as a prominent landmark within the Erholungspark Marzahn complex.
At the base of the tower looking upward to capture the intricate geometry of the steel cloud structure.
Check weather conditions before visiting, as the viewing platform is exposed and can become very windy.
Combine your visit with the Gärten der Welt park, as the tower is located within its expansive grounds.
Use the inclined elevator if you prefer to avoid the uphill hike from the park entrance.
Do not attempt to access the platform during severe thunderstorms or high wind warnings for safety reasons.
The tower may occasionally close during periods of extreme high winds for safety.
