his essay will be about the transformation of industrial sites to recreational areas in Duisburg. This will be done by taking a closer look on the projects “Heinrich Hildebrand-Höhe” and “RheinPark”. These two projects were chosen because they are relatively young projects and are located in the author's hometown.
For the given information concerning the two projects I mainly took into consideration current sources like newspaper articles, brochures by the city of Duisburg and articles from the Internet, mainly from news pages. Regarding Duisburg's industrial history I concentrated on books that could easily be found in the municipal library of Duisburg.
The topic was chosen due to the fact that I noticed more and more recreational areas emerging on former industrial ground in my immediate surroundings. This is the reason why I got interested in these projects. I wanted to know why and how they were built in a more detailed way than I already knew from newspapers and other media.
The essay is basically divided into three parts. First there is this introduction to introduce in my ways of working on the topic. In the second part there will be an overview on the industrial development in Duisburg to make the need of transforming industrial areas better understandable. After that the aims and ways of the transformation from industry to recreation will be presented using the examples of the future designing program “IBA Emscher Park”. Thereafter, in the third part, information on the two projects from this essay's title in Duisburg will be given in a more detailed way.
In the case of Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe I also put the emphasis on the history of the area and ground due to the importance concerning the contemporary use. Regarding RheinPark I did not concentrate on that aspect because it does not affect today's use in a considerable way.
Finally there will be a conclusion on the topic highlighting advantages and disadvantages for the place of location Duisburg and for Duisburg's inhabitants.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 The industrial History of Duisburg
2.1 Rise of Industry in Duisburg
2.2 Structural Changes concerning Industry in Duisburg
2.3 The Transformation of industrial Facilities to recreational Areas
3 RheinPark and Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe
3.1 Information concerning RheinPark
3.1.2 Ways of forming RheinPark
3.1.3 Future Plans for RheinPark
3.2 Information concerning Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe
3.2.1 History of Berzelius Areal
3.2.2 Ways of fighting the Groundwater Threat of the Brownfields
3.2.3 Ways of attracting Visitors
4 Conclusions
4.1 RheinPark
4.2 Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe
4.3 Aftermath for Duisburg and its Inhabitants
5 Material
5.1 RheinPark
5.2 Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe
6 Bibliography
Objectives and Topics
This paper examines the conversion of former industrial sites into recreational areas in the city of Duisburg, specifically analyzing the RheinPark and the Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe projects to understand the motivations, implementation methods, and their subsequent impact on the urban landscape and local population.
- Industrial history and structural change in Duisburg
- Methods of urban revitalization and brownfield remediation
- Specific development strategies for the RheinPark project
- Environmental protection and groundwater safety measures
- Social and economic impact on local inhabitants
Excerpt from the Book
3.1 Information concerning RheinPark
RheinPark is a project that was realized from 2006 to 2009 in Duisburg Hochfeld. It consists of an area of 60 hectares of size and of 1,4km of the eastern waterside of the river Rhine. Its main aim is to grant access to the Rhine both to people living in Hochfeld and in the whole of Duisburg and providing a high recreational value. The area had been used for industrial purposes for 150 years before.
Hochfeld has always been located near the Rhine but the population never had had the possibility to enjoy the recreational effect of the river due to the industry at the waterside. The city planers wanted to change that. RheinPark is one of the projects of the “www.duisburg” (“wirtschaft-wohnen-wasser”/economy-living-water) initiative. The initiative’s goal is the improvement of economic conditions and the attractive-ness of the city of Duisburg.
Today the RheinPark offers multiple leisure amenities e.g. benches, a skate park (see Fig. 1), a climbing wall (see Fig. 2), a streetball court, beach volleyball courts, breakdance stages, playgrounds (see Fig. 3) etc.
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: This chapter outlines the motivation behind the project and defines the methodology used for the analysis of the selected industrial transformation sites.
2 The industrial History of Duisburg: This section provides an overview of the development of the steel and chemical industries in Duisburg and the subsequent economic and structural challenges faced by the city.
3 RheinPark and Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe: This chapter presents detailed insights into the specific redevelopment strategies for both sites, covering formation, environmental protection, and future planning.
4 Conclusions: This section evaluates the success of the projects regarding urban aesthetics, environmental remediation, and their impact on the city's image.
5 Material: This chapter compiles visual documentation of the sites to illustrate the structural changes and recreational features.
6 Bibliography: This section lists all consulted sources and references used throughout the study.
Keywords
Duisburg, Industrial transformation, RheinPark, Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe, Structural change, Brownfield remediation, Urban development, Recreational areas, Sustainability, Groundwater protection, Ruhr Area, Landscape architecture, Urban planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research paper?
The paper explores the transition of abandoned industrial zones in Duisburg into public recreational spaces, analyzing how such projects contribute to urban renewal.
What are the primary case studies presented in the paper?
The study focuses on the "RheinPark" in Hochfeld and the "Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe" in Wanheim-Angerhausen.
What is the central research aim?
The aim is to identify how these projects were planned and executed to improve the quality of life for citizens while addressing the challenges of post-industrial land use.
Which methodology is applied in this research?
The author utilizes a qualitative approach, drawing from media sources, municipal brochures, and historical literature to document the transformation processes.
What is covered in the main body of the text?
The main body details the historical industrial context, the specific planning and construction phases of the chosen projects, and an evaluation of their current functional status.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include structural change, brownfield redevelopment, urban revitalization, Duisburg, and industrial heritage.
Why was the Heinrich-Hildebrand-Höhe created if not purely for recreation?
The primary driver was environmental safety—specifically to seal off toxic brownfields and prevent hazardous heavy metals from contaminating the groundwater.
What is the significance of the "IBA Emscher Park" in this context?
The "IBA Emscher Park" serves as a conceptual model for many transformation projects in the Ruhr area, focusing on social, cultural, and landscape urbanism.
- Quote paper
- Lukas Fiedler (Author), 2009, The Transformation of Industrial Sites to Recreational Areas - in Duisburg, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/161015
