Commandantenhus, Military administrative building at Old Market Square, Stralsund, Germany.
The Commandantenhus stands at the Old Market Square and is a three-story baroque building with a distinctive gabled form and sloped roof. Its facade shows early classical design elements that reflect the period when it was built.
The building was constructed to replace a medieval structure and served from 1748 as the headquarters for Swedish garrison commanders. Its form reflects the power dynamics that shaped Stralsund during this era.
The coat of arms on the central gable combines symbols of Sweden, Pomerania, and Stralsund, carved by sculptor Heinrich Zenichowski. This heraldic display marks a moment when foreign powers left their mark on the city through its architecture.
The building is located in the Old Town at the Old Market Square and underwent major renovation from 2002 to 2003. A café now operates on the ground floor, offering a place to rest and refresh.
The building is part of the Swedish Route, a network of sites that mark the period of Swedish rule in the region. Visitors can follow this historical trail to discover other places that preserve this past.
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