Bankhaus Carl F. Plump & CO

Bankhaus Carl F. Plump & CO is a banking building at Am Markt 19 in Bremen's city center, characterized by post-war architecture with stone sculptures, stained glass windows, and copper-clad supports in the cash hall. The structure combines functional banking design with handcrafted artistic elements from multiple trades.

The institution started in 1817 under a different name and became Bankhaus Carl F. Plump & CO in 1828. The current building was constructed between 1960 and 1962 as a post-war reconstruction on its original site, shaping modern Bremen's character.

The interior features artistic touches like a Rainer Maria Rilke poem inscribed on stone near the reading table and decorative reliefs along the bay window. These elements show how the bank wanted to surround its clients with art and learning.

The building sits centrally at Am Markt and is easily walkable from Bremen's inner city. Note that the structure no longer functions as a bank, so visitors can view it from outside or check local information about any public access times.

The architect Gerhard Müller-Menckels designed this structure to include artistic craftwork from multiple German artisans. This rare blend of banking function with artistic finishes makes it a noteworthy example of post-war architecture in this trading city.

Location: Mitte

Inception: 1828

Part of: Bremer Marktplatz

Address: Am Markt 18

Website: http://bankhaus-plump.de

GPS coordinates: 53.07500,8.80707

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40