The Rotunda of Schmelz Industry
Abandoned place – Forbach, France
Nestled in the green valleys of Schmelz, Germany, this sprawling industrial complex lies dormant. From above, the prominent circular clarifier stands like a giant mechanical eye amidst the angular roofs of the former ironworks. Nature slowly reclaims the perimeter, but the heavy architecture remains a stark monument to the region's rich manufacturing heritage.
Details
- Address: Forbach, France
- GPS coordinates: 49.2032337021005, 6.862540605
- Tags: Industrial, industrial-heritage, foundry, aerial-exploration, saarland, Overgrown, Machinery, Concrete, Rusty, Solitude