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Kulturbahnhof site in Kassel

The Culture station area at Kassel Central Station combines historical significance with state-of-the-art use. In the middle of the northern Hessian metropolis, the area that extends around the listed main station is a Central location for Art, Culture and forward-looking research. The versatile use of the site underlines its importance as a vibrant center for visitors, residents and scientists alike.

Historical development of the area around the Kulturbahnhof

Kassel main station was Built in the middle of the 19th century and was long regarded as one of the largest long-distance stations in Germany. With the relocation of inter-regional rail traffic At the beginning of the 1990s, the station lost its function as a central transportation hub. This development provided the impetus for the redesign of the area as a "Culture station", which today offers a wide range of cultural and commercial uses.

Culture and events in the Kulturbahnhof area

The Culture station offers Space for a variety of cultural facilities and events. Particularly noteworthy is the listed south wing, which offers space for up to 400 people over an area of 1,200 m². With its spacious halls and rooms, the South wing for Conferences, workshops, trade fairs and festive evening events. The area is also internationally recognized for its art-historical significance with the sculpture "Man walking to the sky" by the artist Jonathan Borofsky.

Center for Research and Innovation

Aerial view shows the Kulturbahnhof Kassel site

A high-quality commercial area is being created to the north of the main railway station, which is particularly specialized in companies from research, technology and services. The Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology (IEE) is researching the integration of renewable energies such as wind power, solar energy and biomass on an area of around 32,000 square meters and with over 500 employees.

In addition, a further 28,000 square meters will be used to accommodate companies that will further develop this central location. This project underlines Kassel's role as a European center for energy research and sustainable urban development. The city of Kassel is investing heavily in infrastructure in order to make the location as accessible as possible.

Importance of the location for the city of Kassel

The Kulturbahnhof site in Kassel is a prime example of the Successful transformation of historic sites. It combines the preservation more cultural and architectural heritage with the development of future-oriented economic sectors.

With Central locationexcellent transport connections and the variety of uses make the area a hub for urban development and quality of life. For the region of northern Hesse, it represents a decisive Contribution to attractiveness and competitiveness represent.

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