Goldene Rose Hotel, Middle Franconia Building Development, German Building Modification Project Images
Goldene Rose Hotel in Middle Franconia
30 Jan 2023
Architects: noa* network of architecture
Location: Dinkelsbühl, Middle Franconia, Germany

Photos: Alex Filz
Goldene Rose Hotel, Germany
Goldene Rose: A kaleidoscope of the past

It is not unusual for adjoining buildings to become architecturally connected. But this project?s story is one of a kind: in the former imperial city of Dinkelsbühl, noa* has succeeded in giving different architectural identities, each with its own history and peculiarities, a common face.

The medieval town of Dinkelsbühl lies along southern Germany?s Romantic Road and marks the centroid of the Stuttgart-Munich-Nuremberg geographical triangle. It is one of Germany’s best-preserved historical centres, with ancient city walls, defensive moats and traditional half-timbered houses. In this unique urban fabric, opposite the Cathedral of St. George, the newly designed five-star hotel Goldene Rose welcomes its guests today. The house boasts a lively building history, which has now found a new perspective.
Architectural Patchwork

The property dates back to the 15th century and is said to have hosted Queen Victoria on her journey through in 1891. Goldene Rose was the first building purchased by the current owner of the hotel. It was by fortunate coincidence that the four neighbouring properties to the rear were also gradually put up for sale. T...