Allgemeine Deutsche Schiffszimmerer-Genossenschaft
Hamburg's oldest housing cooperative, founded in 1875.
Last updated September 1, 2026
Overview
Allgemeine Deutsche Schiffszimmerer-Genossenschaft is a housing cooperative in Hamburg, Germany. It was founded in 1875 by ship carpenters and is described as Hamburg's oldest housing cooperative. The cooperative focuses on providing attractive living space and fostering community.
History
The Allgemeine Deutsche Schiffszimmerer-Genossenschaft was founded on 18 November 1875 by ship carpenters organized around Heinrich Grosz. The main goal was to collectively counter the widespread wage dumping of the time. Initially, the cooperative bought shipyards, but later shifted from shipyards to housing. It is described as Hamburg's oldest housing cooperative.
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