What was once the footprint of a sprawling factory in a central German city is now home to a vibrant creative complex, and at the center is FREIgeist Göttingen Nordstadt. Here, industrial sleekness meets Mediterranean warmth through a perfectly balanced medley of black steel and cast-iron accents, colorful Turkish rugs, and creative art installations. Italian fare is the focus at the in-house dining outlets, and a timeless bar surprises guests with unique blasts from the past. Click here to view FREIgeist Göttingen Nordstadt on designhotels.com.
For nearly 120 years, the northern part of Göttingen, Germany, was known for its factory
For nearly 120 years, the northern part of Göttingen, Germany, was known for its factory
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