Konrad-Adenauer-Haus

The Konrad-Adenauer-Haus is an office building made of reinforced concrete that rises 44 meters across 11 floors in a modernist design. The structure housed multiple administrative departments under one roof.

The building opened in 1972 as the headquarters of the Christian Democratic Union and shaped Bonn's skyline for over 30 years. After German reunification and the party's move to Berlin, it was demolished in 2003.

The building embodied the rise of the Christian Democratic Union within West German politics and reflected the importance of this party in Bonn's political landscape. It represented the democratic structures that took root in the young federal republic.

The site is no longer physically present, as the building was demolished, leaving only memories of its location in Bonn's urban landscape. Visitors can explore the area and learn about its history through nearby museums and memorial sites.

The red illuminated CDU letters on the roof were clearly visible during television broadcasts of political events, making the building instantly recognizable. This distinctive detail mattered during an era when television was the primary medium for reporting on national politics.

Location: Bonn

Architects: Max Meid

Floors above the ground: 11

Height: 44 m

Made from material: reinforced concrete

Part of: Weg der Demokratie

GPS coordinates: 50.70830,7.13000

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03