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Citymarketing Darmstadt, together with Volksbank, is bringing a play area for children to the city center
From July 11 to August 3, 2025, plaza in front of the Centralstation in the Carree be transformed into a popular meeting place for families: The Darmstadt Water Playground invites visitors to splash, pump, and experiment with water daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Buckets, channels, and pools make the playground a particularly enjoyable experience for children up to ten years old.

The initiative is part of the city center development plan , which aims to specifically promote family-friendly offerings in the city center. "With the multi-week water playground, we want to create another targeted offering for families during the summer months," explains City Marketing Chairman Moritz Koch .
Water fun with a concept
The mobile water playground system Wasserspielmobil© was specifically developed for use in city centers, daycare centers, and events. It is TÜV-certified, design-protected , and used throughout Germany. While the children play, seating and nearby restaurants invite parents to relax and enjoy themselves.

Strong partners from the region
The project is presented by Volksbank Kinderzeit, part of Volksbank Darmstadt Mainz . "We are happy to support the water playground as an attractive destination for families," emphasizes Stefan Krüger , Head of Social Engagement.
Other supporters of the campaign are Wissenschaftsstadt Darmstadt Marketing GmbH , the advertising association Carree , toy store Faix and FRATZ – the family magazine as media partner.
(DARMSTADT – RED/CM)