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France: world's tallest wind turbine surpasses the Eiffel Tower

Euronews Portugal28 August 2026 at 14:00

France: world's tallest wind turbine surpasses the Eiffel Tower

The world's tallest wind turbine is under construction in eastern Germany, standing at 365 meters, surpassing the Eiffel Tower. The work is expected to become operational this fall; Hans Von der Brelie was able to visit the site.

The tower is located in eastern Germany and stands at 365 meters tall, significantly surpassing the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris. The repository for the visit was granted to Hans Von der Brelie, allowing a detailed view of the impressive structure.

The project represents a milestone in the wind energy industry, demonstrating technological advances in wind turbine construction. The completion is scheduled for fall, when the structure will begin to operate and generate renewable energy on an unprecedented scale.

This development highlights Germany's commitment to the energy transition and the pursuit of more efficient and sustainable energy sources. The wind turbine not only sets a new height record but also symbolizes the growing potential of wind energy as an alternative to fossil fuels.

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