1.200
Employees on the Areal
1.500
Parking lots
133.000m²
Usable area
1915-1970
Year of Construction of Existing Buildings
Heritage Protection
Existing properties (partly)
Over the past 112 years, Areal Böhler has evolved from a steelworks into a vibrant hub for business, trade shows, and events. Today, it is renowned for its event venues and exhibition halls, attracting companies from diverse industries, restaurants, and a wide range of sports and leisure activities. This unique mix makes Areal Böhler a popular place to work, connect, and explore.
Our vision
In the coming years, we will transform Areal Böhler into an even more vibrant and diverse destination for both regional and international visitors. Our focus will be on revitalizing historic halls, creating additional green spaces, and reducing sealed surfaces. Sustainability is at the heart of our vision, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere.
With local gastronomy concepts, a rich cultural program, and the establishment of innovative businesses from technology, research, and the creative industries, we aim to foster a dynamic, sustainable community that drives synergies among tenants and shapes the future of the site.
Our team
Antje Donath
antje.donath@areal-boehler.de
Head of Operations
Jens Fehling
jens.fehling@areal-boehler.de
Head of Facility Management
Markus Hamann
markus.hamann@areal-boehler.de
Head of Fire Protection & Work Safety
Miriam Hausner
miriam.hausner@areal-boehler.de
Art & Culture Management
Martin Honak
martin.honak@areal-boehler.de
Managing Director
Sebastian Kahl
sebastian.kahl@areal-boehler.de
Managing Partner
Jürgen Krause
juergen.krause@areal-boehler.de
Logistics
Carolin Pitzen
carolin.pitzen@areal-boehler.de
People & Culture
Marie Schlang
marie.schlang@areal-boehler.de
Graphic Design
Dagmar Schmöger
dagmar.schmoeger@areal-boehler.de
Property Management
Charlotte Schweikle
charlotte.schweikle@areal-boehler.de
Spatial Design
Lea Stauff
lea.stauff@areal-boehler.de
Marketing Management
Luca Tito
luca.tito@areal-boehler.de
Head of Placemaking
Eileen Tröster
eileen.troester@areal-boehler.de
Accounting
Stephanie Walbergs
stephanie.walbergs@areal-boehler.de
Architect
Mario Wernado
mario.wernado@areal-boehler.de
Logistics
Clemens Zerwas
clemens.zerwas@areal-boehler.de
Asset Management
Antonia Binhold
Programming
Katja Mierisch
Head of People & Culture
Alev Cagdas
Head of Finance
Paul Pilewski
Property Management
Tobias Admiral
Logistics
Mandy Schreiber
Project Manager Building Renovation
Mathias Willumat
Project Manager Building Renovation
Oliver Maltzan
Project Manager Building Renovation
Press
The concept combining lifestyle, culture and dining seems to be a hit, as the crowds of visitors at the weekend say it all.
Rheinische Post, 17.05.2026
The former industrial site combines art, sport, design, work and dining to create a new urban lifestyle.
Mr. Düsseldorf, 02.11.2024
Areal Böhler has become one of the most exciting venues for culture and events in the region.
Rheinische Post, 2024
History
1914 – Founding of the Böhler-Werke steel plant on today's Areal Böhler, marking the beginning of industrial steel production.
2000s – After decades of successful steel production and industrial transformation, the plant is decommissioned.
2012 – Start of the revitalization process: former industrial halls are renovated and transformed into modern event and commercial spaces.
Today – Areal Böhler has evolved into a vibrant hub for businesses, trade fairs, events, and leisure activities, seamlessly blending historic architecture with contemporary usage concepts.
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