The house is only 2.95 meters wide.
The doorway is approximately 1.70 meters high, requiring most modern adults to duck.
The total residential area across all floors is roughly 10 square meters.
It was built in the gap between two larger houses to save space and avoid property taxes based on building footprint.
The last family to live there consisted of 11 people, though not all at the same time.
The house remained in continuous residential use from its construction in 1792 until 1976.
The attic served as both a sleeping area and storage for the household.
The Kleinstes Haus is a historic timber-framed dwelling constructed in 1792 that serves as a museum highlighting compact urban living in Wernigerode. Measuring only 2.95 meters in width and 4.20 meters in height to the eaves, it is one of the smallest residential buildings in Germany. The structure was originally built into a small gap between two existing houses. It served as a residence for various families until 1976. The interior displays authentic period furnishings and tools used by residents throughout its 184-year history as a home. The building features an exceptionally steep staircase leading to the attic area. It is officially recognized as a protected architectural monument. The museum is located in the old town district of Wernigerode.
From the opposite side of Kochstraße to capture the entire facade and its narrow dimensions.
Remove large backpacks or bulky bags before entering, as the interior space is extremely restricted.
Watch your head when passing through the low doorframes and ascending the narrow stairs.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Wernigerode Old Town to see larger half-timbered architecture for contrast.
Trying to bring large camera bags or strollers inside the building.
Closed on Mondays.
