Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus District

States
Germany
Category
Cultural
Year
2015
Region
Europe & North America
Coordinates
53.5455555556, 9.9994444444
Last Visited
2022
UNESCO ID
1467
WH Site
1467
Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus District

The Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus Districts in Germany form a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for their historical and architectural significance. Speicherstadt, the world’s largest contiguous warehouse complex, showcases neo-Gothic red-brick structures built between 1883 and 1927, designed for maritime trade along the Elbe River. Adjacent Kontorhaus District features early 20th-century office buildings, including the pioneering Chilehaus, exemplifying Brick Expressionism. Together, they represent Hamburg’s economic prosperity and innovative urban planning during the industrial era, earning UNESCO recognition in 2015 for their outstanding universal value.

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