Goseriedebad, Art Nouveau public bath building in Hanover, Germany.
Description
Goseriedebad is a bathing house with neoclassical and Art Nouveau elements that originally contained three swimming pools, numerous bathtubs, and a steam bath. Today the spaces are partially occupied by cultural institutions and a radio station, though the original architectural details remain visible.
History
Built between 1902 and 1905 under architect Carl Wolff, it was for many years the first major indoor public bath in the city. Its closure and conversion to new uses beginning in the 1980s marked the end of its original function as a public bathing house.
Culture
The name references the Gose, a traditional regional beer style linked to Hanover's brewing heritage. The layout still shows how early 20th-century public bathing operated, with separate sections that reflected the social divisions of that time.
Practical
The building is accessible during set visiting hours and features a wheelchair-accessible entrance for visitors. Before planning a visit, check current opening times, as not all sections are open to the public at all times due to ongoing cultural uses.
Did you know?
A radio station operates its studio in one of the former swimming areas, while an art gallery shows exhibitions in other sections of the building. This dual use means the space rarely feels like a former bathhouse, despite the architecture suggesting it once was.
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