The graduation tower utilizes concentrated brine sourced from regional salt deposits to generate its therapeutic mist.
The structure's walls are packed with layers of blackthorn twigs, which act as a filter and catalyst for the brine evaporation process.
The inhalation of the saline mist is medically recognized in Germany for treating respiratory conditions like bronchitis and asthma.
The architecture of the tower is designed to maximize the contact surface between the air and the trickling brine to ensure high mineral saturation.
The Gradierwerk im Kurpark Hamm is a large open-air graduation tower designed for therapeutic respiratory health. It utilizes blackthorn brushwood walls over which concentrated saltwater (brine) trickles, creating a fine mist of saline aerosols. As air passes through the twigs, it becomes enriched with minerals and salt, mimicking a seaside climate. The structure serves as a central feature of the Hamm Kurpark, integrated into the city's broader spa and wellness landscape. The wood construction allows for natural evaporation, which cools the immediate surrounding area during warmer months. Visitors can walk along the perimeter and elevated pathways to inhale the saline-rich air. It functions as an outdoor inhalation facility aimed at providing relief for respiratory ailments and boosting immune function. The site is part of a larger green space designed for relaxation and recreational walking.
The elevated observation deck, which offers a perspective of the structure's scale and the surrounding park foliage.
Inhale deeply while walking along the gallery to maximize the therapeutic benefit of the salt mist.
Bring a light jacket, as the area near the tower is significantly cooler and more humid than the surrounding park.
Check the wind direction, as the aerosol mist is more prominent on the leeward side of the structure.
Avoid touching the wet blackthorn twigs, as they are often coated with salt crusts and can be sharp.
The brine irrigation system typically operates only during the warmer months and is shut down during freezing temperatures to prevent pipe damage.
