The tower, 175 metres (581 ft) tall,[1] was built in 1934-1935 using spare materials from the construction of the first Little Belt Bridge and opened on 29 May 1935.

The tower quickly became a symbol and source of pride of both Odense and the entire island of Funen.

The first, located 70 metres (230 ft) above ground, was a restaurant featuring a great star-shaped room with low, broad windows, a buffet, and seats for 160 guests.

Its roof was decorated with a great compass card with a map of Odense in the centre, surrounded by directions to all towns on the island.

The tower's kitchen was suspended beneath the restaurant on the first platform and considered to be very modern.