Altes Stadthaus

The Altes Stadthaus is a four-story building with seven window axes and a mansard roof with dormer windows located near Bonn's marketplace. The facade displays classical proportions with symmetrical window arrangements that mark it as a significant civic structure.

Construction took place between 1737 and 1738 under court architect Michael Leveilly and replaced the previous town hall destroyed during the 1689 siege of Bonn. Severe damage from an air raid in 1944 led to reconstruction in 1949, which altered the original stucco decorations.

The building served as a reception venue for state dignitaries during Bonn's years as the capital, where guests signed the city's Golden Book. Visitors can still see the grand staircase from which officials greeted the public.

The building offers a ceremonial room for weddings available for booking on specific Fridays from May to August and September to April. Explore the public areas during daytime hours and check ahead if events are scheduled on your planned visit date.

The building was reconstructed in 1949 after severe wartime destruction, with its original stucco work not fully restored. These differences between the historical interior and modern rebuilding tell the story of postwar reconstruction.

Location: Bonn

Architects: German Bestelmeyer

GPS coordinates: 50.73441,7.09725

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05