+ The Former Homeless Shelter In Berlin-Wedding Is A Listed Building. It reflects the city’s history in a unique way. Built by 400 workers in only one year, the world’s largest and most modern homeless shelter, designed by the architects, Töbelmann und Schmock, was opened in 1896. If you would like to learn more about the Die Wiesenburg’s varied and fascinating history and look around this unique historical monument, please book a guided tour.