Salzmann Areal in Kassel-Bettenhausen
The Salzmann Areal in Kassel-Bettenhausen is a historically and urbanistically significant area that extends over an area of around 37,000 square meters in Sandershäuser Strasse. The area's eventful history ranges from its industrial heyday and cultural use to current developments that envisage a comprehensive redevelopment. The Salzmann Areal is considered a key project for the urban development of Kassel.
Historical background
The Salzmann site was Founded in 1876 as the Salzmann weaving mill and quickly established itself as one of the most important production sites in the region. At the beginning of the 20th century, up to 5,000 people worked there in seven factories, mainly producing tents and other textile accessories. Despite its industrial importance, the company ran into economic difficulties after the Second World War, and 1971 the gates of the factory Closed for good. After decommissioning, the area developed into a center for culture and commerce. The opening of the Kulturfabrik Salzmann in 1987 as part of documenta 8 was particularly influential. Concerts, exhibitions and other events took place against the impressive industrial backdrop. However, due to a lack of investment, the building increasingly fell into disrepair.
Attempts at new development
In the past decades Various plans on the use of the Salzmann Areal. Between 2010 and 2012, projects such as the construction of a multifunctional arena or a government center were under discussion, but were not implemented. The Demolition of the non-listed production halls began in 2012. A planned sale to BHB Bauwert Holding GmbH fell through in 2015.
The entrepreneur Dennis Rossing, who acquired the site in 2007, originally planned an event arena for up to 9,000 spectators and a new home for the Kassel Huskies. However, these plans could not be realized either.
New concept by the Lindhorst Group
A decisive turning point came with the Sale of the site to the Lindhorst Groupa company with expertise in construction and real estate development. Together with Rossing, the Lindhorst Group has developed a comprehensive Concept for the redevelopment of the Salzmann Areal presented. The focus is on urgently needed living space and an urban development upgrade of the area. Around 500 affordable apartments, a nursing home, a commercial and hotel complex and a parking garage with 600 parking spaces (possibly reduced in favor of residential space) are planned.
The estimated costs for the project amount to around 108 million euros. In coordination between the city of Kassel and the Lindhorst Group, the aim is to start construction in 2025 in order to realize the project.
Future prospects for the Salzmann site
With the new concept, the Salzmann Areal could become a Lighthouse project for sustainable urban development in Kassel will become. The mix of housing, commercial space and social facilities creates a versatile use of the site that meets the needs of the city and its residents. The project also underlines the importance of investment in urban renewal and the integration of historic sites into modern urban structures.
The Salzmann Areal will therefore not only remain a monument to Kassel's industrial history, but will also become a driving force for the region's urban development future.
Location of the Salzmann site
Located in the east of Kassel, the Salzmann site is characterized by good connections and a well-known, entrepreneurial neighborhood:
- 0.2 km to public transport
- 6.3 km to Wilhelmshöhe ICE train station
- 3 km to the highway
- 17.8 km to Kassel-Calden Airport
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