Karstadt Berlin Hermannplatz, Department store in Kreuzberg, Germany
The limestone facade building spans 256 meters with nine floors, including two underground levels, providing 72,000 square meters of retail space.
In April 1945, near the end of World War II, the original structure was destroyed, leading to its reconstruction and reopening in May 1951.
The 1929 building featured a rooftop garden for 500 guests, where visitors enjoyed musical performances while viewing the Berlin cityscape.
The department store connects directly to the underground train station, offering convenient access for shoppers from multiple Berlin districts.
Two towers with light columns extended the building height to 71 meters, making it the largest and most advanced department store in Europe upon opening.
Location: Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Inception: 1929
Architects: Philipp Schaefer
Website: http://karstadt.de/jsp/filialen/index_01041.jsp
GPS coordinates: 52.48737,13.42430
Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:44
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