Depot Bornheim, Transport depot in Bornheim district, Frankfurt, Germany
Depot Bornheim was a transport facility in Frankfurt with 13 indoor tracks and one outdoor track spanning a large area in the Bornheim district. The site served as a major hub for trams and was one of the city's more significant operational yards.
It opened in 1902 as a modern replacement for an older horse-drawn tram depot to meet growing transportation needs. The facility remained active until 2003, after which the site was redeveloped and repurposed.
Locals called it 'Kadolisches Debbo', a name reflecting the strong presence of the Catholic Workers' Movement in the neighborhood. This religious and social identity shaped daily life in the area for many generations.
The former site has been converted into a mixed-use area with residential buildings, underground parking, and a supermarket. Visitors can experience the location as a regular urban neighborhood with modern housing and everyday retail facilities.
The depot served as the terminus for the Ebbelwei-Express line, a tram service associated with Frankfurt's traditional apple wine. This connection linked the everyday operations of the facility to one of the city's most iconic beverages.
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