Concert House Dortmund
After only two years of construction, the KONZERTHAUS DORTMUND ceremoniously opened its doors in September 2002. Since then, visitors have been able to enjoy concerts in acoustically optimal surroundings with 1550 seats. Following the example of the Vienna Musikverein, the KONZERTHAUS DORTMUND is also a rectangular hall based on the "shoebox" principle. Whereas in the large Viennese hall putti and atlases on the walls reflect the sound, in the KONZERTHAUS DORTMUND rounded plaster elements with artistic box friezes ensure a reverberation time of two seconds, which is virtually ideal for classical music.
The KONZERTHAUS DORTMUND has ground-level access. The foyer, stalls and 1st and 2nd balconies are accessible by elevators. Toilets for the disabled are available. There are 16 wheelchair spaces available in the concert hall in various price groups.
Severely handicapped persons receive free admission for the accompanying person if they need to be accompanied to the concert. Different regulations may apply for special and third-party events.
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility tested - accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end of the text.
- There is at least one parking space for people with disabilities.
- The Reinoldikirche subway station is approx. 350 m away.
- All rooms that can be used by guests are accessible at ground level or by elevator.
- All doors/passages that can be used by guests and are raised are at least 90 cm wide.
- The cash desk/counter is 106 cm high.
- There are designated wheelchair spaces in the concert hall. These are steplessly accessible. The path to them has a gradient of max. 6%.
- There is a public WC for people with disabilities, which can be accessed from both sides (90 cm). There are folding grab rails to the left and right of the toilet.
- Guided tours are offered for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users. Advance booking is required for the tour.
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All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility tested - partially accessible for people with hearing impairment".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end of the text.
- In the concert hall there is an audio induction loop.
- In the event of an audible alarm, no visually perceptible flashing light or flashing signal appears.
- In the elevator, the outgoing emergency call is confirmed visually. Alternatively, stairs are available.
- Guided tours are offered for people with hearing impairment, but not for deaf people. Reservation in advance required.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end of the text.
- Assistance dogs may be brought along.
- The entrance is not visually rich in contrast.
- The house signage is designed in easy-to-read, high-contrast lettering.
- There are glass doors in the entrance area. These are marked with safety markings.
- All elevated areas that can be used by guests are well lit, i.e. bright and glare-free.
- In the elevators, an emergency call is confirmed acoustically. The stop position is announced by voice.
- The steps of stairs have visually contrasting edges. Handrails are provided.
- No information is available in Braille or prismatic writing, except in the elevator.
- Guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments and blind people. Advance booking is required for the tour.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report at the end of the text.
- Name and logo of the concert hall are clearly visible from the outside.
- The destination of the path is usually within sight or there are signs at a constantly visible distance.
- There is no colored or pictorial guidance system.
- There is no information in easy language.
- Guided tours are offered for guests with cognitive impairments. Reservation in advanced is required.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
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Concert House Dortmund
(Daniel Sumesgutner)
Concert House Dortmund
(Daniel Sumesgutner)
Concert House Dortmund
Concert House Dortmund