“Simple two-story plastered buildings.” That’s how the Studentenwohnheime Zellescher Weg 41 first appeared. These halls offer more than just a place to sleep. They offer a glimpse into Dresden’s past and present.
The Studentenwohnheime Zellescher Weg 41 are located east of the Studentenwohnheime Wundtstraße. They represent a significant piece of Dresden’s architectural history. These halls were the first dormitory buildings of the former TH Dresden. Heinrich Rettig designed them and they were built between 1952 and 1955.
These buildings are an exemplary testimony to architecture in the 50s and 60s. They stand as a protected monument. Neglect took its toll by the 1990s. Renovations started in 1997 led by the architectural firm Ulf Zimmermann. Houses 41, 41a, and 41b were renovated from 1997 to 1999. They now have 164 single rooms and 34 single apartments. The attic was expanded to create additional space during the renovation.
Houses 41c and 41d have 105 single rooms for students. You can see intricate sgraffiti on the gables of all buildings. These depict scenes from student and research life. House 41d was completely renovated in 2010. Single apartments and two-person shared flats were installed. Renovations at 41c were completed in the summer of 2011.
Today Studentenwohnheim Zellescher Weg 41 offers various accommodation options. All rooms are fully furnished with a bed, wardrobe, shelf, table, chair, and desk. Living options range from two-person to seven-person shared flats with shared kitchens and bathrooms. There are also single apartments with their own kitchen and bathroom.
The Studentenwohnheim Zellescher Weg 41 has many special features. There are party rooms for celebrations. House 41 has a music room for musicians. The “Miniforscher” daycare center is in House 41d. Residents can use the outdoor sports facility on Wundtstraße. There are also 30 parking spaces available.
The Mensa WUeins is in the ground floor of the Wundtstraße 1 dormitory. It offers a classic lunch menu and an à la carte evening menu. Cocktails and regularly changing promotions are available.
The Studentenwohnheim Zellescher Weg 41 offers more than just housing. It offers a community. The WOMIKO program connects students from the Faculty of Computer Science at TU Dresden.
Living here costs between 252 and 360 EUR per month. The price depends on the room type. A deposit of 300 EUR is required. The Studentenwohnheim Zellescher Weg 41 provides washing machines and tumble dryers for a fee. There is also a bicycle room and TV cable connection. Internet access is available through AG DSN.
So, as you stand here, remember the history. Appreciate the modern comforts. This is more than just a dormitory. It is a vibrant hub of student life in Dresden.