Italienisches Kulturinstitut

The Italienisches Kulturinstitut is a U-shaped building complex on Universitätsstr. 81 in Lindenthal featuring a distinctive stepped northern facade. It houses a 250-seat auditorium, a library with approximately 18,000 volumes on Italian literature and regional topics, and spaces for exhibitions and cultural events.

The institute was established in 1931 as Petrarca-Haus with the involvement of Konrad Adenauer. Following wartime destruction, it reopened at its current location in 1954.

The institute preserves Italian literary traditions through its substantial book collection and hosts regular programs that bring Italian art and language to local audiences. It functions as a gathering place for people interested in connecting with Italian culture and expression.

The institute is located at Universitätsstr. 81 and offers exhibitions, language classes, film screenings, and theater presentations to visitors. Various cultural programs take place in different spaces throughout the building, with the main auditorium accommodating larger audiences.

The building's flat-roof design from the 1950s has been designated as architecturally protected and represents a notable example of post-war construction. The northern wing runs parallel to the Lindenthal Canal, giving the complex a distinctive urban setting.

Location: Lindenthal

Inception: 1931

Industry: creative industries

GPS coordinates: 50.93470,6.92387

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24