Rathaus Saarbrücken, Gothic Revival city hall in Saarbrücken, Germany
Rathaus Saarbrücken is an administrative building with neo-Gothic style, featuring ornate decorations, multiple towers, and an asymmetrical stone facade. The structure spans several floors and houses various municipal departments alongside citizen services.
The building was constructed between 1897 and 1900 under architect Georg von Hauberrisser's direction. The completion marked the emergence of St. Johann as an independent municipality during a period of urban expansion.
The stone facade displays carvings of craftspeople and trade guilds, reflecting the commercial life of Saarbrücken in the late 19th century. These representations tell the story of the city's economic importance through its working traditions.
Visitors can enter the building through the central entrance hall, from which they can access the various municipal services. It helps to plan which department you need before visiting, since offices are distributed across multiple levels.
The tower houses a carillon with bells installed in 1999 after World War II. The system plays contemporary melodies daily, replacing the original bells that were destroyed during the war.
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