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Forum Castrop-Rauxel, Convention center and architectural heritage monument in Castrop-Rauxel, Germany

The Forum Castrop-Rauxel combines multiple halls and administrative spaces within a concrete and glass structure designed by architects Arne Jacobsen and Otto Weitling.

Built in 1966 during the industrial transformation of the Ruhr region, this complex represents the modernization efforts in North Rhine-Westphalia following the coal mining era.

The building serves as a meeting point for local community events, business conferences, and governmental functions, reflecting the evolving needs of Castrop-Rauxel residents.

Visitors can access the Forum through multiple entrances, with the main hall accommodating up to 800 people for various events and gatherings throughout the year.

The Forum's design incorporates distinctive architectural elements from the 1960s, earning it protection status as a heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Location: Castrop-Rauxel

Inception: 1966

Architects: Arne Jacobsen, Otto Weitling

Website: https://eventforum-castrop.de

GPS coordinates: 51.56499,7.31179

Latest update: October 1, 2025 21:00

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