Sprinkenhof

The complex borders the streets Altstädter Straße, Burchardstraße and Johanniswall, and the Springeltwiete runs through the inner courtyard.

[1] The architects Fritz Höger and Hans and Oskar Gerson worked together on the planning and execution of the building.

[3][4] The Gersons were inspired by both the Doge's Palace in Venice and the Casa de las Conchas in Salamanca.

The facade opposite the Chilehaus is covered with ornaments referencing Hamburg hanseatic history such as seagulls, the coat of arms, cogwheels or sailing ships.

[5] Numerous ornaments were designed by Ludwig Kunstmann, who also created a fist for the building, which includes a golden hammer.