Stadt Bochum in the news

The Gerthe branch library reopens on October 5th at a new location with a special event and ongoing modernizations, including a 'Tüftel-Lab' and a children's area.

Bochum secures 6 million Euros to implement climate-adapted urban infrastructure, including street redesigns and green roofs, to manage rainwater and mitigate climate change impacts.

Bochum is conducting a foot traffic check, supported by the state, to evaluate and improve pedestrian paths in the city, especially in the Wattenscheid district, with public participation.

A Bochum fishing supply store, resilient after overcoming COVID-19 and personal health issues, now faces disruption due to the city's road modernization project aimed at traffic reduction.

The Bochum art duo 'scheinzeitmenschen' will present a free light and shadow installation called 'WITHIN' at three locations along the 308/318 train line in Bochum from September 30 to October 25, inspired by local culture and daily life.

Bochum reviews its five-year Smart City achievements and future plans, showcasing digital solutions that enhance urban living and citizen participation.

Bochum is making strides in digitalization, ranking among Germany's top smart cities with various online services and apps, but faces ongoing challenges in public service development and user experience.

NRW Minister Verena Schäffer visited the Welcome Office Bochum, a central initiative aiding international skilled workers and companies in recruitment, recognized for its innovative approach to integrating foreign professionals into the local workforce and economy.

Bochum's mayor met with hospital management to address healthcare challenges, foster collaboration, and ensure high-quality medical care for the city's residents.

Bochum is considering appointing its first female city director to replace the departing legal affairs officer and deputy mayor, Sebastian Kopietz.

Key administrative leaders are departing from the city of Bochum's management board.

Bochum's city politics address social benefit abuse, explore drone technology for tree maintenance, and investigate rat infestations.

Bochum plans to sell the vacant historic Dahlhausen train station to an investor for transformation into a medical center after years of disuse.

Bochum faces leadership challenges as its city director and another department head are leaving, reducing the number of top officials from seven to three.

Bochum secured 16.2 million Euros for Wattenscheid's urban development, focusing on public space revitalization and community programs.

The city of Bochum has declared the "Deutsches Bergbau-Museum" subway station as a historical monument, marking it as the first of its kind in North Rhine-Westphalia, recognizing its unique architecture linked to the region's mining heritage and its significance for urban development.

Bochum maintains its position among Germany's top ten most digital major cities in the 2026 Smart City Index, emphasizing practical benefits for its residents despite a slight drop in overall ranking.

Bochum is installing 120 bollards for terror protection in its city center, sparking criticism over Wattenscheid's exclusion from similar security measures.

An old church in Bochum is being converted into a district center, with confirmed tenants but an uncertain start date for renovations.

Construction of a nursing home in Bochum has been stalled for years, and the owner ignored the city's ultimatum, facing severe consequences.