Anzeiger-Hochhaus, Expressionist newspaper building in Mitte, Germany
Description
Anzeiger-Hochhaus is an expressionist newspaper building in Hannover featuring a dark red brick facade with gold-glazed elements and vertical light tubes that glow at night. The ten-story steel-framed structure stands approximately 51 meters tall and houses various media companies including regional broadcasting offices.
History
Construction took place between 1927 and 1928 under architect Fritz Höger's design and made it one of Germany's earliest high-rise buildings. The structure soon became a center for German media with important publications based there.
Culture
The building stands out in the cityscape because of its distinctive dark red brick exterior with gold-glazed details and is instantly recognizable to people in Hannover. It serves as a local landmark and reflects the city's historical role as a media hub.
Practical
The building is located in downtown Hannover and is easy to spot and reach from public streets. Viewing the facade and light effects both during day and night hours helps you appreciate the architectural details fully.
Did you know?
A copper dome covered with green patina once housed a cinema called Hochhaus-Lichtspiele, which was Germany's highest-located movie theater at the time. Though the cinema is no longer there, the dome remains a striking architectural feature.
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