Kreuzviertel

The Kreuzviertel with its Wilhelmine style buildings is a beloved residential quarter and has some of the highest real estate prices in Dortmund.

[2][3] Moreover, local efforts to beautify and invigorate the neighbourhood have reinforced a budding sense of community and artistic expression.

Normally the people of Dortmund say Kreuzviertel is hemmed in by Sonnenstraße (North), Hohe Straße (East), Rheinlanddamm (South) and Große Heimstraße (West).

Over 80% of all housing in this area was constructed before 1948, with the oldest building the Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts still standing being from 1896.

It is known for its many bars, clubs, pubs, and cafes, concentrated in the vicinity of Kreuzstraße and Vinke Platz and create a day and nightlife atmosphere unique from the rest of the city.

Unlike other parts of Dortmund, it retains much of its prewar architecture and is still replete with cobble-stoned streets and ornate buildings from the beginning of the 20th century.

Even today many artists choose Kreuzviertel as their residence: Sascha Schmitz, Christina Hammer and players of Borussia Dortmund.