Altes Rathaus Düsseldorf

The Altes Rathaus stands as a Renaissance building constructed between 1570 and 1573, featuring characteristic curved gables, an octagonal stair tower, and baroque modifications added in 1749 by Johann Joseph Couven.

Built during the economic rise of Düsseldorf under the Jülich-Cleves dukes, this city hall has served continuously as the seat of municipal administration for over 450 years since its completion in 1573.

The building houses the Jan Wellem Hall used for ceremonial events and serves as a central meeting point for citizens, symbolizing Düsseldorf's civic identity and democratic traditions throughout the centuries.

Located at Marktplatz 2 in the old town, the building remains accessible to visitors and continues to function as an active administrative center with contact information available at +49 211 8991.

The structure uniquely combines original Renaissance architecture with baroque elements and modern extensions, creating a complex that reflects five centuries of architectural evolution in a single building ensemble.