Bunker Töpferweg, architectural structure
The Bunker Töpferweg is a former air-raid shelter in Lübeck with a rounded design and four stories accessible from outside. The structure features 2-meter-thick concrete walls and originally provided space for nearly 900 people during emergencies.
The bunker was built in 1941 and opened in 1942 to protect Lübeck's population from air raids, as the city's shipyards made it a prime target. Despite postwar demolition plans, it survived and was maintained as a shelter through subsequent decades.
The bunker earned the nickname "Engelsburg" after a similar structure in Rome, linking local history with its castle-like appearance. This naming reflects how people integrated the building into their historical and cultural understanding.
The bunker is located in an easily accessible area of the city and clearly visible from the street. The surroundings are open and simple to navigate, making it straightforward to visit.
This bunker was one of the few in Germany where all four floors were accessible from outside by stairs rather than arranged centrally underground. This unusual design allowed for faster evacuation and better ventilation during emergencies.
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