Neues Rathaus, Göttingen

The New City Hall rises 72 meters high at the southeastern edge of the old town, making it one of the tallest structures in Göttingen alongside the Jacobi Church tower.

The construction of the New City Hall began in 1976 following the significant population growth and administrative needs that emerged after territorial expansions in 1964.

The bronze portal of the council chamber features more than 500 human figures depicting various historical events from Göttingen's past, including marches and book burnings.

The 17-story administrative building serves as the headquarters for Göttingen's city government, with public access and municipal services distributed across multiple floors.

The building follows brutalist architectural principles with concrete skeleton structures and 45-degree angled corners, deliberately contrasting with the surrounding traditional architecture.

Location: Göttingen

Inception: December 8, 1978

Architectural style: brutalist architecture

GPS coordinates: 51.52857,9.94045

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03