Rathaus

Rathaus is an administrative building from 1930 in Oberhausen combining light natural stone with dark clinker brick in a modernist style. The structure features geometric forms and clean lines that were characteristic of early 20th-century design.

The building was constructed after the city outgrew the 1874 town hall, with a design competition held in 1910 to find a suitable replacement. Its completion marked a turning point as the city expanded rapidly and needed space for growing administrative functions.

The town hall sits on an elevated location and its design expresses the modernist ideals of the 1930s. The building reflects how a growing industrial city wanted to present itself to its citizens.

The building sits on slightly elevated ground, making it visible and easy to find from the surrounding streets. Access is via Schwartzstrasse where parking options are available nearby for those visiting the location.

Two sculptures by Adam Antes adorn the exterior of the building, depicting themes of trade and industry. These artistic elements connect the architecture directly to the region's industrial past.

Location: Oberhausen

GPS coordinates: 51.47400,6.86044

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23