Cologne's new club culture: mobile phone ban for unforgettable nights!

Cologne's new club culture: mobile phone ban for unforgettable nights!

Köln, Deutschland - In Cologne something happens again in the club scene! After many of the once popular locations such as the Cologne Rose Club or the Underground had to close, the city is determined to breathe new life into their unique night culture. A fresh wind blows through the scene, and the new concepts rely primarily on community and experiences without digital distractions.

A prime example of this change is the club "Fi" in Cologne, not far from the border between Braunsfeld and Müngersdorf. The club has committed itself to the motto "Perfrekt", which not only stands for extraordinary party nights, but also for a conscious departure from constant online presence. Here cell phones and cameras are glued to get the guests to enjoy the experience to the fullest without the need to share everything with the world outside. These measures are part of a more comprehensive "awareness" concept that stimulates actively if someone should get into difficulties or-worse-secretly takes photos. This is a conscious step in a time when many clubs had to make a close to the neighborhood because of political decisions and conflicts, as the experiences of many operators show. A good part of Cologne's cultural heritage is on the brink, and the city has already decided to secure cultural zones to stop this trend. One step that wdr supported.

New Club am Ehrenfeld

Another ray of hope in the Cologne club landscape is the new project by Bernd Rehse. The operator of the renowned "Artheater" club on the honor field belt recently bought an empty area next door. A new club with a large garden, concert dream and bar is to be created here. And best of all: the industrial charm of the former car workshop should be preserved. At a time when club death in Cologne has become a serious problem, it is all the more gratifying that new ideas and concepts are created. In the last decade, many clubs have been closed and replaced by apartments or offices, which endangers not only the scene, but also Cologne's cultural identity. Mitgnuegegen impressively describes how the offers in the city have changed: from the dominance of the techno to the lack of cultural alternatives.

Especially in the Ehrenfeld district, which was previously known for its variety of clubs, the offer has shrunk. The past few years have been difficult and many operators have only temporary contracts, which severely restricted the planning of long -term offers. Now with the new "cultural area protection" in Ehrenfeld there is new hope that club life can bloom again. This could not only strengthen the cultural scene, but also help the local economy and enable a return to various events.

The future of the Cologne clubs is uncertain, but the efforts for innovative concepts and the creation of shelters show that the city does not give up. Who knows, maybe we will soon be experiencing a renaissance of the Cologne night, which not only attracts the locals, but also tourists and ensures distinctive experiences. Club culture is a valuable part of Cologne's identity - and that must be preserved!