Kalk, District of Cologne, Germany
Kalk is a district on the right bank of the Rhine in Cologne with nine neighborhoods spread across its area. The district shows a diverse mix of residential zones, industrial areas, and green spaces that reflect its development over time.
The district joined Cologne in 1910 and became an official borough in 1975 through administrative reorganization. These changes shaped its evolution into a modern residential and mixed-use area.
The Kaiserin-Theophanu-Schule operates as both a regular educational institution and hosts weekend classes for the Japanese school community.
Several railway stations and tram lines 1 and 9 connect the area to central Cologne. Car access is possible via highways 3 and 4 in the region.
The district maintains a population density of 3,200 inhabitants per square kilometer, with the Kalk subdivision housing 21,192 residents.
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