05.05.2026 | New District Library in Rheydt
Refurbished areas in the former Karstadt building officially handed over to the city
Representatives of the Mönchengladbach Development Corporation (EWMG) have officially handed over the refurbished premises for the new Rheydt district library in the former Karstadt building on Rheydter Markt to the City of Mönchengladbach. In just ten months, the ground floor of the former department store was renovated in an environmentally friendly manner and converted into a modern, energy-efficient and fully accessible library.
Newly created openings in the façade allow for more natural light and ventilation. Accessible entrances, a drinking water station, newly designed toilet facilities including a unisex toilet, and a modern office wing provide contemporary and future-proof spaces for the library and its use by all members of the public.
This summer, the new Rheydt district library will open its doors, offering around 2,050 square metres of space featuring various themed areas, reading and study zones, a gaming lounge and many other facilities.