Martin-Gropius-Bau, Cultural heritage monument in Ehrenbreitstein, Koblenz, Germany
The Martin-Gropius-Bau is a three-story brick building with fifteen window bays and high ceilings located in the Ehrenbreitstein district. The clinker facade defines its appearance and gives the structure its characteristic presence.
The structure was built between 1876 and 1877 by architects Martin Gropius and Heino Schmieden. It originally served as a Prussian garrison hospital with 96 beds.
The building displays features of the Berlin School movement, following Karl Friedrich Schinkel's design principles with its distinctive arched windows and central projection. Visitors can observe these architectural details today and understand the structure as an example of Prussian architectural traditions.
Following extensive renovations completed in 2011, the building now functions as a residential structure with modern additions. Balconies and elevator shafts were incorporated to meet contemporary living needs.
The building has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Upper Middle Rhine Valley since 2002. This recognition underscores its importance as a historical witness to the Rhine region.
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