The end of an era: Lichterfeld in Ehrenfeld will close in 2026!

The end of an era: Lichterfeld in Ehrenfeld will close in 2026!

Next year the time has come: the popular restaurant “Lichterfeld” in Ehrenfeld, known for its inviting atmosphere and delicious food, is closing its doors after 20 years. Operators Thomas Frenzel and Frank Fischer have already informed regular guests about the closure on September 30, 2026 and are affected by the response. Over the last two decades, the “Lichterfeld” has developed into an important meeting place in the area, where numerous guests could enjoy the varied lunch menu from Monday to Friday.

The menu offered a variety of dishes, including bratwurst, stew, vegan bowls and sirloin steak, and was always well attended. With space for up to 130 guests, the restaurant was very popular. But now there are changes coming: Marie-Christine Hölz, the managing director of the Vulkan property company, announces that a new restaurant business will be opening in the rooms of the “Lichterfeld”. A contract has already been concluded with the operators of the “Lumos” café to redesign the gastronomic landscape on Lichtstrasse.

Change in the light street

The Vulkan property company, which has been revitalizing the former factory site since 2001, has a clear vision for the future. In 2026, the Vulkan lamp factory will look back on 25 years of transformation into a location for the creative industries. Numerous offices, studios, studios and law firms have established themselves in the area. This development shows that the area is now an important part of creative work in Cologne.

Vulkan itself was founded in 1898 and has since earned an excellent reputation as one of the oldest brands in the lighting industry, especially in German-speaking countries. The company offers technically sophisticated products for cities, municipalities and energy suppliers that impress with their high energy efficiency and technical quality. The latest LED technologies used by Vulkan ensure standard-compliant lighting in public facilities.

New challenges

For the operators of “Lichterfeld”, Frenzel and Fischer, the closure is a big step. Where they will continue after the closure remains uncertain. Gastronomy in Ehrenfeld is constantly changing, and new developments bring with them both opportunities and challenges. The changes should not only affect the catering industry, but also help to make the location more attractive and contemporary overall.

The regular guests of the “Lichterfeld” will miss the warm atmosphere and the good food, but the hope for a fresh catering offer in the rooms remains. In times of change, it becomes clear that new paths can often be accompanied by new opportunities. A lot will change in the Light Street, but the memory of the “Field of Lights” will remain.

Further information and details about the developments surrounding the Vulkan property company and its projects can be found on its website: volcano.

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