World's tallest wind turbine built in Germany

The world's tallest wind turbine, standing at 365 meters, was built in Schipkau, Brandenburg, Germany. This structure, created by the company GICON, is significantly taller than the Eiffel Tower and close in height to Berlin’s Fernsehturm, the tallest building in the country.

Innovative telescopic design

The turbine was completed on September 2, 2026, with its hub positioned 300 meters above the ground and blades extending an additional 65 meters. It uses a telescopic tower design that allows components to be assembled on the ground before being raised into place with precise adjustments over several hours.

Concept from deceased engineer

The design was based on an idea proposed by engineer Horst Bendix, who passed away in 2023. Bendix introduced the concept when the German federal agency for breakthrough innovation, SPRIND, was established in 2019. SPRIND commissioned the prototype, which became the first "breakthrough" project approved by its supervisory board.

High energy output from the turbine

According to GICON, the turbine produces about twice as much energy as a conventional installation with the same rotor size. It has a nominal power output of 3.8 MW, with future versions aiming for over 7 MW. One unit could power around 7,500 households, with commissioning expected in November 2026 after final adjustments.

Future plans for expansion

GICON’s founder, Jochen Großmann, called reaching 365 meters a significant milestone. The company plans to add up to 4,000 of these turbines to existing wind farms in Germany without needing new land. Talks are already underway with industry partners to prepare for mass production.

Turbine built on former coal site

The turbine was erected on a former lignite mining site in Lusatia, a region in Brandenburg that was historically reliant on coal. The area is now transitioning to renewable energy, and the first electricity from the turbine is expected by the end of 2026.