Sophienheilstätte, Former tuberculosis sanatorium in Bad Berka, Germany.
The building features half-timbered architecture set within a forested area, making it the largest preserved structure of its type in Europe.
Constructed in 1898 and named after Grand Duchess Sophie of Oranje-Nassau, the facility expanded to accommodate 200 beds for tuberculosis patients by 1911.
The facility transformed into a thoracic surgery clinic in 1925, introducing advanced X-ray machines and medical equipment for specialized patient care.
The structure stands vacant since 1994, with wooden panels protecting it from weather damage while plans for renovation into senior housing remain pending.
During World War II in 1941, the facility operated as a production site where patients manufactured electrical wire fuses for German military purposes.
Location: Bad Berka
GPS coordinates: 50.87478,11.25522
Latest update: May 12, 2025 10:58
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