Since 1840

A hotel that tells Köthen's story.

From the railway restaurant and the Kaiserhof to today's Hotel Stadt Köthen.

1838–1840

The railway restaurant is built.

Köthen master builder Christian Konrad Hengst constructs the original two-storey, castle-like three-wing complex with corner towers.

Historic view of the railway facilities in Köthen
1840/41

An early railway junction.

The building's history begins with one of Germany's first railway junctions. It housed a restaurant, pastry shop, apartments and, until 1848, even a casino.

1884

Expansion into a hotel.

After a fire, a third storey is added. Around the turn of the century, the restaurant becomes Hotel Kaiserhof.

Since 1991

Family-run with respect for its heritage.

Since 1 August 1991, Hotel Stadt Köthen has been in family hands. Investment brought modern comfort while preserving the building's historic charm.

Historic image sources: Historisches Museum Köthen and Hotel Stadt Köthen.

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