The Speicherstadt (German pronunciation: [ˈʃpaɪ̯çɐˌʃtat], literally: 'City of Warehouses', meaning warehouse district) in Hamburg, Germany, is the largest warehouse district in the world where the buildings stand on timber-pile foundations—oak logs, in this particular case. It is located in the port of Hamburg, in the HafenCity quarter, and was built from 1883 to 1927. The district was built as a free zone to transfer goods without paying customs. The district and the surrounding area have been under redevelopment for many years as the port industry has evolved. As an exceptional example of Neo-Gothic and modernist architecture, and for its testimony to the development of international maritime trade, the Speicherstadt was awarded the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site on 5 July 2015, along with the Kontorhaus District.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Speicherstadt?+
Speicherstadt was designed by Zaha Hadid Architects and completed in 1927. It is located in Hamburg-Mitte, Germany.
Where is Speicherstadt located?+
Speicherstadt is located in Hamburg-Mitte, Germany. Its coordinates are 53.5433°, 9.9919°.
When was Speicherstadt built?+
Speicherstadt was completed in 1927. It was designed by Zaha Hadid Architects.
Can I visit Speicherstadt?+
Speicherstadt is a real building in Hamburg-Mitte that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.