Act sustainably: Repair instead of throwing away and conserve resources
Darmstadt-Eberstadt. Under the motto "Repair instead of throwing away," the Eberstadt Repair Café for the 36th time on Saturday, November 8, 2025 , from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. New this year is a presentation of modern 3D printing technology , demonstrating how spare parts and small everyday helpers can be manufactured on-site.
Volunteering for sustainability
At the Repair Café, volunteer repairers the task of repairing broken appliances – from vacuum cleaners to printers, clothing, small furniture, and even bicycles . Tools and materials are available to help visitors with repairs.
This helps prevent waste , protect the environment and sustainable consumer behavior Foodsharing Darmstadt e.V. also participates , providing rescued food.
3D printing technology in practical use
For the first time, the Repair Café will showcase the possibilities of 3D printing . Expert consultants will explain the technology and demonstrate on-site how spare parts and everyday items can be produced.
Meeting, coffee and cake
bakers at the neighborhood café provide a cozy atmosphere , offering coffee, tea, and mineral water. The repair café is not only a workshop but also a meeting place for people from different cultural backgrounds—a contribution to social cohesion in Eberstadt .
Cooperation and location
The Repair Café is a collaboration between the Eberstadt Senior Citizens' Network , the Science City of Darmstadt , the Werkhof Darmstadt e.V.) with the Nala , and the Caritas Center Eberstadt Süden .
It takes place at the Werkhof Darmstadt e.V. , Grenzallee 4–6, 64297 Darmstadt . Donations to support the work are welcome.
Volunteers and repair specialists are needed to strengthen the team .
(EBERSTADT – RED/PM/Caritras)
