Kornhaus, Historical building at Cathedral Square, Freiburg, Germany
Kornhaus sits at the northwest corner of Freiburg Cathedral Square with a reconstructed historic facade and a contemporary interior. Its ground floor contains retail shops and a cafe with direct access to the central square.
The building was constructed in 1498 as a hall for King Maximilian I's Imperial Diet and later served as a grain market and festival hall for the people and guilds. World War II bombing destroyed it nearly completely in 1944, but it was rebuilt in 1970 while preserving its historical facade.
The facade tells the story of Freiburg as a marketplace where citizens and guild members gathered together. Today it conveys a sense of everyday life through its shops and cafe, echoing the building's former role as a community meeting point.
The building is centrally located on Cathedral Square and easily accessible on foot, with immediate access to shops and dining. Visitors can explore the square and proximity to the cathedral while using the available facilities.
The building housed a theater from 1770 to 1824 and was a cultural draw for Freiburg during that time. This theater period is often overlooked despite being an important chapter in the city's cultural story.
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