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Aussichtsturm

observation tower

noun OWS-zikhts-toorm Rare
Travel & Places Landmarks

Origin: from Aussicht, view, plus Turm

Also means

lookout tower

Usage Note

Aussichtsturm is masculine, plural Aussichtstürme. Built on hills or in forests for panoramic views, it differs from a Wachturm (watchtower) by its purely scenic purpose.

Examples

"Vom Aussichtsturm reicht der Blick bis zu den Bergen."

Natural Translation

From the observation tower the view reaches to the mountains.

Literal Translation

From-the observation-tower reaches the view up-to the mountains.

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