Seven thousand three hundred and sixteen souls call Oberhausen-Süd home. That’s a significant number for one of Augsburg’s 42 statistical districts. This area a mere 1.381 square kilometers boasts a rich history.
Oberhausen-Süd is more than just numbers. It’s a vibrant tapestry woven from threads of history and industry. Think of its borders. They trace a fascinating path. Starting in the north and moving clockwise we find Oberhausen-Nord Links der Wertach-Nord Links der Wertach-Süd Kriegshaber and Bärenkeller. The boundaries follow the railway line toward Donauwörth. They curve around the Nordfriedhof. They follow Bürgermeister-Bunk-Straße the Hettenbach riverbank Ulmer Straße the railway toward Ulm and finally the Oberer Schleisweg.
Imagine life here in 2013. Six thousand one hundred and fifty-eight people lived within these very borders. Almost half were women. A significant portion 31.70 percent held foreign passports a number much higher than Augsburg’s city average. This area has always been diverse.
But let’s step back in time. Oberhausen-Süd isn’t just about modern demographics. A crucial part of its identity is tied to the Augsburg Gasworks. This impressive eight-hectare site a testament to industrial ingenuity. Built in 1915 it’s considered a European landmark unique in Bavaria. Remarkably almost all its buildings still stand today. You can still see the different types of gas holders: the telescopic and the disc gas holders. Though the gasworks including the gas boiler shut down in 2001 its legacy lives on. This industrial giant is slowly being transformed into a museum.
Oberhausen-Süd’s story is a story of change and resilience. A place where history meets the present. A blend of old and new. A reminder that even in a fast-paced modern world pockets of history remain. A place where the echoes of the past are interwoven with the vibrant pulse of the present. Take a moment. Absorb the unique atmosphere of Oberhausen-Süd. Its narrative is unique. Its future continues to unfold.