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What is the name of the oldest half-timbered house in Hildesheim?

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  • The Upended Sugarloaf

Answer

The Upended Sugarloaf, also known as the Umgestülpter Zuckerhut, is the oldest half-timbered house in Hildesheim. It was built around 1500 and is named after its unique shape, which resembles an upended sugarloaf. The building is a popular tourist attraction and an important example of Hildesheim's architectural heritage.
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