Otterhall

Otterhall is a high-rise building in Gothenburg that reaches 56 meters in height, constructed with varying floor counts on different sides due to the sloping terrain. The structure has 17 floors facing Stora Badhusgatan and 14 floors on the Lasarettsgatan side, with a basement garage that accommodates 140 vehicles.

Construction began in 1927 under the direction of civil engineer Karl Alberts, while architect Harald Ericson designed the facade. The project reached completion in December 1929.

The upper floors housed a restaurant and banquet hall spread across two levels, serving as gathering spaces where the city could be viewed through expansive windows. These rooms became important venues for social events and celebrations in the city.

The underground garage entrance is easy to locate and features an automatic car wash and a rotating turntable for convenient parking and exiting. When visiting, keep in mind that parking spaces are limited and the garage may reach capacity during busy periods.

The summit of the building is topped with four copper-clad decorative elements called acroteria, giving the roof a distinctive appearance. Inside, gold leaf applications were used to enhance selected interior spaces.

Location: Gothenburg Municipality

GPS coordinates: 57.70400,11.95706

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:48