Historisches Rathaus, Historic town hall in Lingen, Germany

The Historisches Rathaus stands at the northwest corner of Lingen's market square, next to Große Straße. Built in 1555 on old foundations, it covers just 104 square metres and is a plastered building, setting it apart from the brick architecture of northwest Germany. Its Baroque stepped gable, added in 1663, references Dutch Renaissance design, and the anchor irons at cornice height bear that year.

The building was constructed in 1555 on earlier foundations from the 15th century, replacing a structure lost in the 1548 city fire. This rebuilding effort was part of the town's recovery following that disaster.

The stepped gable of the plastered facade links the building to Dutch Renaissance design, and the anchor irons at the level of the main cornice carry the year 1663, marking the remodelling that added the outdoor staircase. In the gable field above the main entrance stands Lingen's coat of arms with its three towers.

The town hall is now used for official receptions and wedding ceremonies, so access may be limited at certain times. Visiting the market square during daytime hours allows you to see the building's exterior most clearly.

A carillon with figurine display installed in the bell tower in 1952 produces music during special occasions. This automated mechanism performs every three years at the Pentecost celebration Kivelingsfest, giving the building a distinctive musical tradition.