Hardthöhe, Military headquarters in Bonn, Germany.
Hardthöhe is a military headquarters complex in Bonn, Germany, serving as the main site for the Federal Ministry of Defence. The grounds contain several multi-story office buildings, training rooms, and accommodation blocks connected by roads and walkways.
The complex was built after the Second World War and became the central location for military administration of the Federal Republic. The facility grew over the decades as Bonn remained the seat of government and defense structures evolved.
The name refers to the elevated position of the grounds within Bonn, which carries the architectural character of post-war decades. Visitors encounter the sober design of government administration buildings focused on security and function.
The site operates under strict access controls and requires advance clearance as well as presentation of identity documents at checkpoints. Visitors should allow extra time for security screening and follow the prescribed conduct regulations.
The grounds regularly host international defense meetings where representatives from different countries gather. The location in Bonn remained important for military coordination even after many federal offices moved to Berlin.
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