“This building looks like a giant concrete Lego set,” a young boy whispered to his mother. He pointed excitedly at the C-Gebäude, its raw concrete facade and bold geometric lines dominating the landscape. Perhaps he didn’t realize it, but the C-Gebäude was indeed a masterpiece of modern architecture. Located in the heart of Mannheim’s trendy Jungbusch district, the C-Gebäude is a relatively recent addition to the cityscape, completed in 2016. Don’t let its age fool you though. The C-Gebäude quickly established itself as a vibrant hub for Mannheim’s burgeoning creative class. Originally a start-up center, it now serves as a campus for the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University. Within its award-winning walls, students learn, collaborate, and innovate in fields ranging from design to software development.
Kleines Kreuz
Hidden amongst the vineyards near Freinsheim stands the Kleines Kreuz. This unassuming wayside cross holds a secret. It whispers tales