RUHR Tower

RUHR Tower is a 22-story high-rise with modern architecture from the 1960s standing in Essen's business district. The building combines office spaces and commercial areas under a unified design typical of international architecture from that era.

The high-rise was built in 1961 as the Ruhr region was shifting its economy from heavy industry to services and commerce. Its construction marked Essen's decision to position itself as a modern business center rather than rely solely on older industries.

The tower sits at the heart of Essen's business district and shows how the city shifted from coal and steel to modern services. Visitors can see in its design how the post-war generation wanted to rebuild Essen as a forward-looking city.

The building is close to Essen's main train station and easy to reach by public transport. The ground floor and lower levels house various shops and services that are open to visitors.

The building is listed as a protected monument, showing that post-war modern architecture is now preserved just like older historical structures. This recognition reflects how society values the reconstruction era.

Location: Essen

Inception: 1961

Architectural style: International Style

Floors above the ground: 22

Height: 76.9 m

GPS coordinates: 51.45028,7.00867

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:02