Imagine a world where castle and home blend together, where history and present-day comfort are woven into the bricks and mortar of a building. You are standing before the Quadenhof, a building that tells the story of Dusseldorf’s history for centuries. The Quadenhof, located on Gerricusplatz 23, stands proud, a reminder of the days when the nobility lived in this medieval fort. The building is a beautiful example of late Gothic architecture. It was built as a fortified manor house between 1427 and 1436 for Godert von Broichhusen. Then, in 1458, it passed into the hands of the Quad von Raede family, after whom it was named. The Quadenhof is one of the very few late medieval secular brick buildings in Dusseldorf that have survived to this day. Look closely at the exterior. Notice the tall gable? That’s a feature of this type of architecture and an indication of its defensive function. And look at the stone window frames. They are not merely decorative, but were important for the structural integrity of the building. Perhaps not every visitor to the Quadenhof today will notice, but the building, as you can see, is still in good shape and well-maintained. The Quadenhof is a hidden gem, a testament to the legacy of Dusseldorf’s rich history. It’s a place where you can feel the weight of the past and appreciate the resilience of this medieval jewel.
Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts Plaque
“Seinem verehrten Mitbegründer dem tatkräftigen Mitbegründer Herr Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts gest. 16. Oktober 1905 in Dankbarkeit gewidmet.” This is