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The end of an era: Klinik am Eichert becomes a ghostly lost place
The Klinik am Eichert in Göppingen will be dismantled as the new building with 645 beds and modern facilities has been in operation since July 2025.
The end of an era: Klinik am Eichert becomes a ghostly lost place
In Göppingen, change in healthcare is gradually taking shape. The Klinik am Eichert, which opened in 1979 with around 1,000 beds, is increasingly becoming a ghost story. The former district hospital has been largely empty since July 2025, after the new Alb Fils Clinic building was occupied. With 645 beds, 12 operating rooms and over 43,000 square meters of space, this modern complex meets the current requirements for medical facilities.
But what will become of the old building? Schwaebische.de reports that the last patients who will receive radiotherapy treatment there are scheduled to move by the end of September 2025. The condition of the old building is not very inviting: dismantled benches and musty smells dominate the picture, while security personnel monitor and document the entrances. Lights that will soon go out only give an idea that there was once a lot of activity here.
Farewell to the past
The clinic's decline had been foreseeable since the poor report from 2011, which revealed the need for renovation. There were discussions in the district council about the possible demolition of the old building, the dismantling of which could be complicated and costly due to a bat population. The original plan called for reuse for other companies, but that has now been rejected. The old building will probably be demolished in the near future to make room for a patient park, which also takes ecological aspects into account.
Sustainability also plays a central role in new construction. Experts emphasize that modern hospital projects should be equipped with environmentally friendly materials and efficient energy systems. Weltdenken.com highlights that sustainable building practices can not only reduce the environmental footprint, but also boost the local economy. Regions with new healthcare facilities typically expect an increase in property values and positive development of the surrounding area. In the case of the Klinik am Eichert, this could also apply in the future.
A look into the future
While the new Alb Fils Clinic has opened its doors, the fate of the old building remains uncertain. Dismantling is expected to begin in October 2025, and the lights of the old house will finally go out. The memories of the once vibrant clinic will soon be a thing of the past, and a new patient park at this location could be another step towards timely healthcare. The question remains: How will this development affect the quality of life and property prices in the region? It is clear that the positive effects of future sustainability initiatives and modern healthcare architecture should not be underestimated.