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Playground of horror: Cologne citizens point out grievances!
Reader reporter reports on July 9th, 2025 about the desolate condition of playgrounds in Cologne-Humboldt-Gremberg and calls for information.
Playground of horror: Cologne citizens point out grievances!
What is happening in the Humboldt-Gremberg district? A reader reporter who covers the needs of his neighborhood has brought to light the intolerable conditions of the playgrounds there. Kai N. from Cologne sent an impressive photo of the playground on Gießener Straße, which documents the desolate condition of the area. Loud Express The playground gives the impression of being uninviting and could probably use a freshening up hand.
Critical voices are constantly being raised in the city, calling for more attention to the playgrounds. The playground on Burgenlandstrasse is particularly eye-catching. Equipped with a table tennis table and a sandpit, it is sorely lacking in other play equipment or climbing frames. This situation can only be described as sad, as the reporter also states in his report.
A call for help
In order to make the concern more heard, Kai N. is calling on citizens in Veedel to send photos, videos and information about the playgrounds in their area. The commitment of local residents could help to change the oppressive conditions and also mobilize the city administration.
Recently, the Cologne city administration has announced comprehensive plans affecting playground infrastructure. Loud Mirror There even seems to be efforts to abolish the term “playground”. This could bring about a huge change in the urban fabric - whether this is the solution to the dilapidated facilities remains to be seen.
The Remberghumboldt Sports Association provides further information on the topic and on how to improve sports and gaming offerings in the region. It's worth the website svgremberghumboldt.de to visit to learn more about the many initiatives underway in the districts.
Let us hope that the voice of the citizens will be heard and that lively, inviting play spaces for our children will soon be developed again in Humboldt-Gremberg. The potential is there – you just have to have a good hand and take the right steps!