Jute Mill, Industrial heritage site in Beuel, Germany
The Jute Mill in Beuel is a factory that processed plant fibers from South Asia into textiles and sacks. The building features round-arched windows and decorative gables, while a 46-meter-high chimney marks its industrial past.
The mill was founded in 1860 and expanded through major renovations in 1887 and 1924. It operated under different company names while supplying jute products to local cement factories until wartime damage redirected its focus.
Worker housing built along Josef-Thiebes-Strasse in the early 1900s provided accommodation for the factory's growing workforce. These buildings reveal how industrial companies of that era supported and retained their employees through housing programs.
Visitors can easily view the building's exterior from Siegburger Strasse where its most distinctive features are visible. Since the site is not regularly open for tours, it's best to check access conditions before planning a visit.
After being damaged by air raids in 1944, the mill completely transformed and began producing artificial leather and flooring by the mid-1950s instead of jute products. This shift reveals how industrial facilities adapted their production to survive changing circumstances.
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