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Darmstadt District

Kreis Groß-Gerau
Kelsterbach

Old factory on the Main

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Germany
Hesse

Darmstadt District

Kreis Groß-Gerau
Kelsterbach

Old factory on the Main

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Old factory on the Main

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  • Location: Kelsterbach, Kreis Groß-Gerau, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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    February 6, 2026

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    The Okriftel cellulose factory was founded in 1884/85. After its "Aryanization" in 1938, the Offenheimer family fled to the USA. In 1949, the factory was returned to the family and …
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    The industrial site is the so-called Phrix-Werke (cellulose and paper mill). This factory turned the rather rural and small Okriftel into an industrial location with over 1,000 jobs in this plant alone. Founded in 1884/1885, the founders - the Offenheimer family - had to emigrate to the USA during the Third Reich. In 1970, the plant was closed (after being transferred back to the founding family, sold (among others to BASF)). Parts of this complex are listed as historical monuments and have been converted into condominiums, lofts, and shops for several years.
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    Mönchhof Chapel – Main River Cycle Path loop from Flörsheim(Main)

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    Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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    Location: Kelsterbach, Kreis Groß-Gerau, Darmstadt District, Hesse, Germany

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