Auf dem Kölnberg, Housing estate in Meschenich, Germany
Auf dem Kölnberg is a large residential complex in Cologne's Meschenich district with nine high-rise buildings reaching up to 26 stories, housing over 1,000 apartments of various sizes. The buildings sit within a planned estate that includes parking areas, open spaces, and ground-level services.
The complex was built in the 1970s as part of Cologne's urban expansion and was designed as a modern residential project with contemporary standards for its time. It reflects the urbanization trend of that era when large housing developments grew on city edges.
Residents come from many different countries and speak various languages, making the area a place where different traditions and ways of living exist side by side. You see this in the small shops and the people spending time in the outdoor areas around the buildings.
The complex is easy to navigate on foot and has several entry points for visitors. On-site you will find a supermarket, a pharmacy, and playgrounds that are accessible to everyone.
The complex is managed by various owners including two major housing corporations and many individual proprietors, creating different approaches to management across the estate. This mix of ownership structures makes it an interesting example of how residential developments can be divided among multiple stakeholders.
Location: Meschenich
GPS coordinates: 50.86316,6.92567
Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:24
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