Seemannserholungsheim, Sailor's home in Kleinmachnow, Germany.
Seemannserholungsheim is a residential complex in Kleinmachnow made up of multiple buildings including crew quarters and an administration building. The crew quarters contain 13 rooms, while the administration building houses offices and a library.
The site was built in 1910 and originally included a casino, officers' quarters, kitchen facilities, and bathing areas spread across the grounds. After World War II, only the crew quarters, administration building, and entrance gate survived while other structures were destroyed.
The architecture shows early 1900s design with Rüdersdorf limestone bases and textured plaster walls that visitors can still see today. Colored wooden structures throughout the site reflect the building practices of that era.
The complex has been under heritage protection since 2008, which means changes to the buildings are strictly regulated. Check ahead about access and visiting conditions, as not all parts may be open to the public.
The site shows a contrast between the intact crew quarters and administration building against the foundation remains of the destroyed casino and officers' buildings. Walking through reveals how much the complex changed due to wartime damage.
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