Brotfabrik Overbeck, Industrial heritage site in Beeck, Germany
Brotfabrik Overbeck is an industrial building complex in Duisburg comprising several interconnected structures. The site includes production spaces, administration offices, a residential house, and a machine room arranged in a U-shaped layout.
The building was founded in 1904 by Arnold and Wilhelm Overbeck as a bakery and became an important facility in local industry. During World War II, the factory played a secret role in resistance activities against the Nazi regime.
Today the site hosts artists and creative workers who organize exhibitions and performances within its spaces. It has become a gathering place for the local art scene and cultural programming.
The site is located on Arnold-Overbeck-Straße in Duisburg and offers access to cultural events and exhibitions. It is advisable to check current event schedules before visiting, as the grounds are primarily accessible during exhibitions and performances.
The building received protected monument status in 2012, preserving memory of an important phase in regional industrial history. Its transformation into an art venue shows how old factory buildings can gain new purpose and community value.
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