Aschaffenburg's New Elevator Proves Popular Despite €1.32M Cost Overrun
Aschaffenburg's new elevator, completed on January 14, 2025, has seen high usage since its opening. The project, initially budgeted at €1.86 million, saw a significant cost increase to €3.18 million due to various factors. The decision for the financial participation was made by local councils, with support from municipal bodies and state programs like KfW.
The elevator, designed to transport up to 13 people, is architecturally impressive. It has completed 12,000 trips in its first four weeks, indicating high demand. The cost increase was attributed to high demand from companies, corona-related raw material developments, and the impact of the Ukraine war. The Federal Association of Taxpayers has criticized the high costs of the project.
The elevator was built to make the Aschaffenburg project barrier-free, demonstrating the city's commitment to accessibility standards.
Despite the cost increase, the Aschaffenburg elevator has proven popular since its opening. It serves as a symbol of the city's dedication to accessibility, with local councils and state programs like KfW contributing to its financing.
