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Altonaer Kaispeicher
Where History Meets Modernity at Altonaer Kaispeicher
Counts toward these achievements:
Hamburg: First Steps10 pts
Hamburg: Explorer25 pts
Hamburg: Insider50 pts
Built in 1924 and designed by Gustav Oelsner, the Altonaer Kaispeicher is a significant cultural monument in Hamburg. Initially used as a quay and grain warehouse, it now hosts a variety of events. Located near Neumühlen on the Große Elbstraße, the building underwent major renovations in 2009.
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Major renovations took place in 2009.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1924
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
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- Authorship
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- Publication approval
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- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
Take a look around; you're standing before a piece of Hamburg's history. The Altonaer Kaispeicher was built in 1924, designed by Gustav Oelsner. Originally, it served as a quay and grain warehouse, and is now recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Germany. In the 21st century, the building was modernized to host a range of events. If you look to your left, you'll find the nearby Heine Park, just 178 meters to the northeast. The Kaispeicher is a testament to the evolving use of historic structures and a captivating example of early 20th-century architecture.
