Former Solingen Central Station
Former Solingen Central Station, Architectural heritage monument in Solingen, Germany.
Description
The Former Solingen Central Station is a railway building from around 1890 with carefully crafted facades and architectural details. The structure displays typical features of late 19th-century railway design with worked stone elements and patterns that show the quality of the work.
History
The station opened in 1890 as a key point for railway traffic in the region. It supported Solingen's rapid industrial growth by bringing raw materials and carrying finished products to markets.
Culture
The building shows how central the railway was to Solingen's identity and growth as an industrial town. People today experience it as a landmark that connects them to their city's past as a place where trains once brought life and commerce.
Practical
The building is located near Solingen's center and is easy to reach on foot. The area around it provides space to view the structure and observe its architectural features from the outside.
Did you know?
The building was constructed during the peak of Solingen's cutlery and tool industry and played a key role in exporting these products. Its architecture reflects the wealth that this industry brought to the city at that time.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Solingen).
Klingenhalle
989 m
Hofgarten
890 m
Clemens-Galerien
1.1 km
St. Clemens
1.2 km
Dorper Kirche Solingen
1.4 km
Haus Tückmantel
761 m
Lutherkirche
372 m
Saint Suitbert Church (Solingen-Höhscheid)
882 m
Arbeitsgericht Solingen
1 km
Rathaus Dorp
327 m
Gustav-Coppel-Park
1.3 km
Walter-Bremer-Institut
1.5 km
Wupperstraße 32
993 m
Obenpilghausen
942 m
Blumenstraße 92-94-96
1.4 km
Friedhofskapelle
1.5 km
Obenpilghausen 20
888 m
Birkenweiher 77
320 m
Hofschaft Erf
1.2 km
Museum Plagiarius
147 m
Peter Witte
854 m
Flippermuseum Solingen
752 m
Das Lumen Solingen
1.2 km
Bronze lion
918 m
Hans in luck with the ducat donkey
715 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Helene Adams
903 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Max Leven
691 m
Stolperstein dedicated to Heinrich Schroth
611 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes