Rotes Haus, Heritage monument in Trier, Germany
Rotes Haus in Trier is a building that once functioned as both a residence and a place where fine wool textiles were made. The interior spans multiple floors with living spaces furnished in period styles, bedrooms, and a large hall with elaborate plasterwork decorating the ceiling.
This building was created in the 18th century as a center for making and selling high-quality wool cloth that was shipped across Europe. The structure maintained its original layout, preserving evidence of the craft activities that once took place within its walls.
The house displays furnishings from different periods that visitors can see arranged throughout the rooms. Objects from Rococo and Empire styles stand side by side, showing how tastes changed over time.
The building is straightforward to walk through with floors connected by stairs that are easy to navigate. Visitors should plan to spend time in each room to notice the details of how the space was used and furnished.
A historical sample book inside contains over 5,500 different fabric patterns from when the building was actively making textiles. This collection has been digitized so visitors can explore the range of patterns that were once produced here.
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