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Kroch-Hochhaus

A historic landmark with panoramic views

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Leipzig: First Steps10 pts

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Leipzig: Insider50 pts

From the Kroch-Hochhaus, you can enjoy stunning views across the bustling Augustusplatz and Leipzig's historic architecture. The sunset offers a particularly breathtaking spectacle of colors over the city. Be captivated by the architectural grace of the city's first skyscraper.

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Did you know?

The Kroch-Hochhaus was Leipzig's first skyscraper.

Quick Facts

Founded: January 17, 1927
Height: 43 m
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument

Guided Story

Look up and see the large clock on the Kroch-Hochhaus? It's not just a timekeeper but a symbol of Leipzig's leap into modernity. Did you know this was the city's first skyscraper back in the 1920s? Imagine the awe it must have inspired back then! Turn around and take in the hustle and bustle of Augustusplatz. You might hear the trams clanging or the bells of the nearby Nikolaikirche. Especially at sunset, when the light reflects off the windows, you realize how this building is a bridge between the city's past and future. A true architectural classic right in the heart of Leipzig.