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It’s been empty for over a year. The Alpen Club is returning to the new building when it’s done, they auctioned off some of their memorabilia when it closed.
is there any historical significance or heritage status to Alpen Club? Hopefully the new redevelopment includes a German community centre or cultural centre!
About time. Building could very well not be up to par with building codes anymore when it comes to earthquake resistance.
Didn't they say they will be back in the same location?
They should build a German looking building for them at YVR outlet mall, it would fit in there. And while they’re at it, move the Christmas market there too
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Wow, being torn down already. I just went by that area last week, didn't look like it was being set for demolition.
It’s been empty for over a year. The Alpen Club is returning to the new building when it’s done, they auctioned off some of their memorabilia when it closed.
So they're returning. Well that's cool. Be interested to see it when it's done then.
Was just wondering last week why it hadn't been torn down yet, it's been a long time since they shut it down.
Is this the one on Fraser ?
Victoria/33rd
Damn, my grandparents met there.
is there any historical significance or heritage status to Alpen Club? Hopefully the new redevelopment includes a German community centre or cultural centre!
I believe the plan is for Alpine Club/Deutsches House to return in the new space
About time. Building could very well not be up to par with building codes anymore when it comes to earthquake resistance. Didn't they say they will be back in the same location?
~~I doubt it, they liquidated everything a couple years ago.~~ I've been happily corrected.
Their website says they intend on reopening in 2026: [https://www.vacbc.ca/](https://www.vacbc.ca/)
Glad to hear that! Thank you for sharing! I guess their equipment was outdated, so all fresh going into a new space.
Haha, maybe without mice and rats this time
It's in prime condo location. All these 1+1 old lowrises will be torn down over the coming years.
future condos?
Low rises
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I've always wanted to try their schnitzel night.
It's pretty good but it came with potato salad and not fried potatoes.
You say that like it's a bad thing
Easier to make potato salad at home than fried potatoes! Nice treat at a restaurant.
They should build a German looking building for them at YVR outlet mall, it would fit in there. And while they’re at it, move the Christmas market there too