Glückaufhaus

The Glückaufhaus is an office building in Essen with a striking facade of brickwork and light Ruhr sandstone. The structure features column-like projections that extend across three levels and create a distinctive visual character.

The building was constructed between 1922 and 1923 by architect Ernst Bode as an administrative center for trade associations and city departments. Major renovations in the 2000s transformed it into a modern office complex.

A steel worker sculpture by Joseph Enseling at the entrance reflects the industrial past of the Ruhr region. It shows how important the working world has been to this place's identity.

The building can be viewed from the outside, with the facade best appreciated from different angles. Access to the interior is limited, so visitors typically focus on the exterior and the entrance sculpture.

The name comes from the traditional mining greeting 'Glückauf,' which has deep roots in the Ruhr region and reflects the area's mining history. The building was added to the Route of Industrial Culture in 2011 as part of a network preserving the region's industrial heritage.

Location: Essen

GPS coordinates: 51.44360,7.00681

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42