Baden-Baden in crisis mode: referendum on clinic location is approaching!

Baden-Baden in crisis mode: referendum on clinic location is approaching!

A crucial date is approaching in Baden-Baden: On June 29, 2025, citizens are called upon to vote on the controversial location of the new clinic. While preparations for this referendum are in full swing, numerous personalities and institutions are vehemently commenting on the planned developments. goodnews4.de reports that the decision on the “Am Münchfeldsee” clinic location is considered groundbreaking for healthcare in the region.

Mayor Dietmar Späth, who himself commented in a guest commentary, appeals to citizens to take responsibility and choose the sustainable solution. Currently, three locations and outdated buildings are putting a heavy strain on the city's resources. Each month of delay costs the Mittelbaden Clinic up to two million euros. A failure of the referendum could even lead to only a small basic care facility being built, which would significantly restrict health care.

Voices of the chief physicians and experts

Meanwhile, the chief physicians at the Mittelbaden Clinic are also speaking out. In an urgent open letter they demand the construction of the central clinic on Lake Münchfeld. BNN reports the concerns of the 28 chief doctors who are urgently asking for the support of citizens. In your opinion, a “yes” vote in the referendum could jeopardize the new building and lead to further delays. Particularly when one considers the brain drain that could result from uncertain conditions.

The chief physicians emphasize that the central clinic would enable modern bundling of major medical purchases and guarantee a high quality of care. In their appeal, they warn of the negative consequences that a failure of the project could have on the region's health care system.

Legal framework and citizen participation

A look at the legal framework shows that referendums and petitions in Baden-Württemberg can have far-reaching effects. As on the official website im.baden-wuerttemberg.de As explained, at least 20 percent of all eligible voters must be present at a referendum in order to ensure a valid decision. If this mark is not met, it will be up to the council to re-examine the matter.

Against the background of these political and health challenges, citizens' commitment is required. You are now faced with the choice of deciding for or against the “Am Münchfeldsee” clinic location and thus having a lasting influence on the direction of healthcare in your city.