Kornspeicher

The Kornspeicher is a three-aisled timber-framed building in Wolfenbüttel designed specifically for storing grain and located behind the city's arsenal. The structure spans multiple floors and was built to keep stored grain dry and protected from the elements.

The building was constructed between 1659 and 1662 to meet the growing storage needs of Duke Augustus the Younger's court in Wolfenbüttel. In the 1800s, it received a stone foundation and was shortened on its western side.

The building displays traditional craftsmanship through its timber-framed design, reflecting how people stored grain safely in those days. When you look at the structure today, you can see the care that builders took to protect the stored food from moisture and pests.

The building is visible from outside and offers a clear view of traditional timber-frame construction when you approach the arsenal area. Keep in mind that it still functions as a working archive and may not always be open for interior visits.

The granary was shortened by roughly 30 feet (9 meters) on its western side around 1900, significantly changing its appearance. This alteration shows how buildings were adapted to new needs rather than demolished completely.

Location: Wolfenbüttel

Part of: Herzog August Library

GPS coordinates: 52.16358,10.53168

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02