Stadthaus

The Stadthaus is a building in Hamburg-Mitte that features an exposed corner tower and connects two important streets in the city center. The complex was reconstructed after wartime damage and combines original structural elements with modern additions.

The original building served as Hamburg's city administration and police headquarters from 1814 onward. It was reconstructed after World War II and now stands as a reminder of the city's history.

The name refers to its role as the city's administrative center. Today, visitors can see how this building shaped Hamburg's governance across different periods.

Visitors can explore the building and listen to recorded accounts at audio stations throughout the site. The exhibition provides an overview of the place across different periods and is easily accessible from nearby streets.

The structure incorporates the historic Görtz-Palais, a former administrative building whose original facade remains partially visible within the modern complex. This hidden layer reveals how the city layered different constructions to create one building that carries the marks of several centuries.

Location: Hamburg-Mitte

GPS coordinates: 53.55052,9.98640

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03