Kulturbunker Köln-Mülheim

Kulturbunker Köln-Mülheim is a five-story concrete structure in the Mülheim district that houses exhibition spaces, performance areas, and artist studios across its interior levels. The building offers flexible spaces that can be rented for different types of events and creative work.

The structure was built between 1942 and 1943 as a protective air raid shelter for civilians during World War II. In the postwar period it was converted into a hotel and dance venue before eventually becoming the cultural center it is today.

The building serves as a working space for local artists and performers who regularly use it for exhibitions, theater shows, and concerts. This creative community has made it a gathering place for people interested in independent culture and experimental art.

The venue is easily accessible by public transportation and located in a central part of Mülheim. Interested groups or individuals can inquire about renting spaces for exhibitions, performances, or rehearsals.

The building originally contained around 80 emergency shelter cells designed to protect large numbers of people during bombing raids. The thick reinforced concrete walls and heavy construction remain visible reminders of its wartime function.