Wilhelm Marx Haus is a pioneering architectural landmark in Düsseldorf, blending modernist ambition with enduring urban presence. Completed in 1924 and designed by architect Wilhelm Kreis, it was one of Europe’s first high-rise buildings and the tallest in Germany at the time, standing 57 meters tall with 13 floors. Named after Düsseldorf’s progressive mayor Wilhelm Marx, the building symbolized the city’s modernization drive in the early 20th century. Constructed with a steel frame and clad in brick and shell limestone, it introduced innovations like centralized heating and ventilation systems. Originally home to the Düsseldorf Stock Exchange, it now houses offices, retail spaces, and the JuTA youth theatre. Located on Heinrich-Heine-Allee, Wilhelm Marx Haus remains a vibrant part of the city’s cultural and commercial life, admired for its historic significance and timeless silhouette.
Düsseldorf GermanyWilhelm Marx Haus is located at Heinrich-Heine-Allee 53 in the heart of Düsseldorf’s Altstadt district, a prime downtown area well known for its vibrant urban energy and historic significance. Completed in 1924, this landmark was one of Germany’s earliest high-rise office buildings and stands out with its red brick façade and Art Deco influences. The building is surrounded by several key attractions: the lively Königsallee shopping boulevard, the Deutsche Oper am Rhein, the historic Düsseldorf Altstadt with its many cafés and bars, and numerous exclusive boutiques and restaurants. Excellent public transportation with U-Bahn and bus stops is available directly in front of the building, and the Rhine promenade, cultural venues like Kunsthalle Düsseldorf, and other central landmarks are only a short walk away, making Wilhelm Marx Haus an icon within Düsseldorf’s bustling center.
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