Frankfurt’s Römerstadt Restoration Stalls After Contractor’s Collapse
Restoration work on Frankfurt’s historic Römerstadt district has come to an abrupt halt. The stoppage follows the insolvency of Karrie Bauwerkserhaltung GmbH, the contractor overseeing the project management. Authorities are now searching for a solution to resume the long-planned renovations.
The project began in June 2023 with an original completion date set for February 2026. Its focus was the restoration of nearly two kilometres of reinforced concrete walls, including semicircular bastions along the Nidda River. These structures, part of the district’s southern edge, have been protected monuments since 1971.
The work is part of a federally funded programme recognised for its high architectural and cultural standards. Three bodies oversee the project: the city’s urban planning office, the Agency for Road Construction and Development (ASE), and ABG Frankfurt Holding. The area along the Nidda primarily serves as recreational green space for local residents.
With Karrie Bauwerkserhaltung GmbH now insolvent, the future of the project remains unclear. The initial timeline is no longer feasible, and officials have not yet confirmed when work might restart. In the meantime, the construction site will stay fully secured and undergo regular inspections.
The insolvency has left the restoration in limbo, forcing stakeholders to seek alternative solutions. Until a new contractor is found, the project’s completion date and any additional delays will stay undetermined. The pause affects both the preservation of historic structures and the district’s green spaces along the river.
