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Kronprinsen (Arontorp)
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The Kronprinsen

The Kronprinsen is a modernist high-rise tower located in Malmö, Sweden.

History

  • The construction of The Kronprinsen began in 1963 and was completed in 1964. The building's architects were Thorsten Roos and Kurt Hultin.

Architecture

The Kronprinsen stands at an impressive 82 meters high (excluding antennae), with 27 floors. Its façade is covered in blue tiles, adding a distinctive touch to the Malmö skyline.

The building's design has been widely praised for its innovative use of materials and its sleek, modern aesthetic.

Location

The Kronprinsen is situated at the crossing of two major streets in Malmö: Mariedalsvägen and Regementsgatan. To one side of the building lies the park, Slottsparken.

The complex has become a prominent landmark in the city district of Västra Innerstaden ("The Western Inner-City").

Current Status and Use

The Kronprinsen is a residential building with a large shopping mall on its ground floor.

It remains an integral part of Malmö's urban landscape, offering stunning views over the Öresund strait towards Copenhagen.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

The Kronprinsen has been recognized for its historical significance as a notable example of modernist architecture.

However, no specific preservation efforts have been mentioned in available data.

Visiting Information

The Kronprinsen is not open to public visits. It serves as a residential building with a shopping mall on its ground floor.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

No notable historical events or famous millers are associated with The Kronprinsen, as it is not a windmill or watermill but rather a modernist high-rise tower.

Technical Details

No technical details are available for The Kronprinsen, as it does not appear to be a windmill or watermill.

Details

NameKronprinsen
CityArontorp
CountrySweden
Coordinates56.654015, 16.517578
Current useresidential building with a shopping mall on its ground floor
Accessiblefalse
Guided toursfalse