Building Materials Tell Stories in Braunschweig: Tour at the Old Town Market

Building Materials, Architectural History, and Braunschweig's Old Town in Focus

This tour highlights the hidden stories of historical buildings at the Old Town Market in Braunschweig. On Friday, July 17, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Dr.-Ing. Wilfried Hinrichs will guide visitors for free through the world of Rogenstein, Elmkalkstein, wood species, and medieval building culture. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101307475/braunschweig-baustoffe-erzaehlen-geschichten/))

When Materials Tell City History

Those who know Braunschweig primarily as a lively city center will experience a completely different perspective here: The tour combines architecture, geology, and craftsmanship into an event experience with historical depth. The question of where the building materials come from, how they were transported and processed, and why they are used in these specific buildings makes the city's history immediately tangible. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101307475/braunschweig-baustoffe-erzaehlen-geschichten/))

Old Town Market as an Atmospheric Backdrop

The Old Town Market is one of the most significant public spaces in Braunschweig and, together with Martinikirche, Gewandhaus, Old Town Town Hall, and Market Fountain, forms an impressive historical ensemble. The meeting point at the fountain in 38100 Braunschweig lies right in the city center, making it ideal for a compact city tour with a strong local flavor. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/tourismus/ihr-besuch-in-braunschweig/sehenswuerdigkeiten/altstadtmarkt.php?utm_source=openai))

Expert Knowledge with Direct Benefits

The organizer, Wilfried Hinrichs, brings expertise in construction and material testing. Publications and expert articles from the TU Braunschweig and MPA Braunschweig attest to his engagement with building materials, measurement methods, and material properties. This gives the tour a knowledgeable, credible foundation. ([imeko.info](https://www.imeko.info/publications/tc10-2019/IMEKO-TC10-2019-012.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Travel and Visit On-Site

The Old Town Market is centrally located. There are numerous parking garages and parking spaces available in Braunschweig's city center; additionally, the area is well-connected by public transport. For the weekly market at the Old Town Market, bus lines are mentioned that stop directly at the market, and the city generally refers to a dense parking and accessibility offer in the city center. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/leben/einkaufen_maerkte/wochenmaerkte/wm_altstadtmarkt.php?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: This tour combines knowledge, a city walk, and a historical atmosphere into a unique afternoon program. Those who want to experience Braunschweig from a new, deeper perspective should discover building materials, building forms, and city history live here. ([braunschweig.die-region.de](https://braunschweig.die-region.de/veranstaltungen-detailseite/event/101307475/braunschweig-baustoffe-erzaehlen-geschichten/))

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Sources:

• die-region.de - Event Braunschweig - Building Materials Tell Stories
• City of Braunschweig - At the Old Town Market
• City of Braunschweig - Old Town Market
• City of Braunschweig - Weekly Market Old Town Market
• City of Braunschweig - Parking and Accessibility
• City of Braunschweig - Arrival by Car and Parking Options
• City of Braunschweig - Tourism & Congresses
• IMEKO - Expert Article by Dr.-Ing. Wilfried Hinrichs
• MPA Braunschweig - Spectrum 2020