Pomeranian barracks in Wolfhagen
With Pomeranian barracks in Wolfhagenlocated in the Wolfhagen district of Gasterfeld, was an important military site for the Bundeswehr for decades. After the Barracks closure in 2008 the area has become an important venue for Conversion projects developed. The former military use still characterizes the infrastructure today and offers diverse potential for civilian purposes.
Historical development of the Pomeranian barracks
The Pomeranian barracks was Built in 1960 on the site of a former munitions factory. During the Cold War, the site played a strategically important role due to its proximity to the inner-German border. At peak times, up to 1,600 soldiers were stationed here.
With the structural reform of the Bundeswehr in The decision to dissolve the company was made in 2004 of the site. The closure was Completed in 2008The last appeal took place in June of the same year. This step not only meant the end of military use, but also brought economic challenges for the region. The local economy lost an important pillar, which particularly affected the retail sector.
Conversion and new civilian use
With Conversion of the Pommern barracks began during the withdrawal of the Bundeswehr. The aim was to create the technical and economic framework conditions for sustainable subsequent use. The City of Wolfhagen initiated together with the Federal Agency for Real Estate (BImA) appropriate planning measures to ensure the Making the location attractive for civil investment.
Today, the site is home to several companies and a center for refugees.
Perspectives for education
Another highlight of the conversion planning is the Use of the existing infrastructure for educational facilities. The former command, training and accommodation buildings now house a truck driving school and a vocational school for the district of Kassel, the Herwig Blankertz School.
These settlements show that the location is also suitable for educational institutions wishing to establish themselves in the district of Kassel.
Location and transport connections
The central location in Germany and the Proximity to the regional center of Kassel in the east, offer companies an excellent infrastructure. The connection to the A44 highway as well as the proximity to Kassel Airport and the ICE hub Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe guarantee high accessibility.
- 0.5 km to public transport
- 23 km to Warburg ICE train station
- 0.5 km to the main road
- 17 km to the highway
- 30 km to Kassel-Calden Airport
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Future prospects
With Conversion of the Pommern barracks in Wolfhagen shows how former military sites in the district of Kassel can be successfully converted to civilian use. With a focus on education and sustainable energy use, the site creates new opportunities for the regional local economy and urban development.
The project sets an example for the combination of history and future by preserving the character of the location and at the same time promoting innovative developments. Wolfhagen thus demonstrates the successful and ongoing transformation of former military sites in northern Hesse.
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