Abstract: The present invention relates to a support structure for supporting a top structure, in particular a wind turbine, above the ground or a seabed, the support structure comprising: one single support pile having a length and a first outer diameter, the one single support pile comprising an upper part configured and intended to extend above the ground or the seabed, wherein the upper part of the support pile is configured to be connected to the top structure; a lower part configured to be in contact with the ground or seabed, wherein the support pile is configured to exert an upward vertical force on the top structure in order to carry the top structure; a plurality of foundation guides connected to the lower part of the single support pile, each foundation guide having an opening extending in a direction of the support pile.