Kerkhoffhaus, Late Gothic residential building in Rostock, Germany.
The Kerkhoffhaus features terracotta decorations and glazed stones across its facade, displaying the architectural characteristics of the Renaissance period.
Built around 1470 for Mayor Berthold Kerkhoff, this structure transformed from Gothic architecture to Renaissance style during the early 16th century.
The building houses the city archive and civil registry office since 1907, maintaining records of Rostock's municipal history and family documentation.
Located at coordinates 54.0883, 12.1419, the Kerkhoffhaus is accessible through several public transportation routes throughout Rostock.
The structure contains ornate decorative elements that represent both Gothic and Renaissance architectural periods, marking a transition between these styles.
Location: Rostock
Inception: 1470
GPS coordinates: 54.08830,12.14190
Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:44
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