Reiniger, Gebbert & Schall

Reiniger, Gebbert & Schall is a red brick industrial complex located at the intersection of Luitpoldstraße and Gebbertstraße, displaying architectural features characteristic of late 19th century factory design. The building now combines administrative offices with a museum space dedicated to documenting the site's industrial past.

The company was founded in 1886 and specialized in precision mechanical and electromedical devices. About 40 years later, merger with Siemens brought significant changes to its operations.

The site now houses the Siemens MedMuseum, which documents the history of medical technology development in the region. Visitors can observe how innovative devices were created and manufactured here before the company joined Siemens.

The site is centrally located in Erlangen and easy to reach on foot. Visitors should know that parts of the complex function as administrative offices, while the museum has specific opening hours for public access.

The factory developed and manufactured early electromedical devices that were used to treat wounded soldiers during World War I. These medical innovations formed the foundation for the company's later success.

Location: Erlangen

Inception: 1886

GPS coordinates: 49.59643,11.01861

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:09