Das Lütgens – vom Fuhrhof zur Weberei
Roetgen
On the old country road stands a property as old as the history of the Roetgen weaving itself, and it is now to become something new.
In 1763, Johann Peter Kaufmann had his yard built here on the federal highway – in honor of his wife, Anna Lütgen. Later, the property was expanded: a weaving mill and dye works were established, where cashmere fabrics were produced.
In the 19th century, Lütgens was one of the most productive businesses in the area. Over a hundred quintals of wool were processed here each year. With the decline of the cloth industry, the building lost its function, yet it remained part of Roetgen's cultural memory.
Today, the local history and heritage association plans to convert the house into a community and meeting place. Thus, the circle closes: From a place of work, it becomes a place of gathering – and the story of the weavers remains alive.
In 1763, Johann Peter Kaufmann had his yard built here on the federal highway – in honor of his wife, Anna Lütgen. Later, the property was expanded: a weaving mill and dye works were established, where cashmere fabrics were produced.
In the 19th century, Lütgens was one of the most productive businesses in the area. Over a hundred quintals of wool were processed here each year. With the decline of the cloth industry, the building lost its function, yet it remained part of Roetgen's cultural memory.
Today, the local history and heritage association plans to convert the house into a community and meeting place. Thus, the circle closes: From a place of work, it becomes a place of gathering – and the story of the weavers remains alive.
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Weberweg
52159 Roetgen
