Stammheim, Administrative district in north Stuttgart, Germany
Stammheim is a district in north Stuttgart situated between Zuffenhausen and Kornwestheim, characterized by fields and market gardens throughout its landscape. The area averages 299 meters in elevation and displays a quiet, agriculture-influenced character.
The district joined Stuttgart as part of the city in 1942 and received independent district status in 1956. An administrative division into Stammheim-Mitte and Stammheim-Süd followed in 2001.
The Johanneskirche defines the local character with its Protestant architecture, while the Heimatmuseum tells the story of the district's past and the 1579 castle recalls noble roots. These landmarks serve as gathering points where residents connect with their neighborhood today.
Buses and the Stadtbahn U15 line connect the district to central Stuttgart, with additional night services operating on weekends. Visitors should know that connections are less frequent in early morning hours.
A prison complex built between 1959 and 1963 stands in the district as a modern structure that drew public attention during the Red Army Faction period. The building reveals how the area played a role in significant historical events beyond its quiet rural character.
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