The Citybeach pop-up in Hildesheim, Germany, will conclude its seasonal operations on August 16, 2026, with organizers currently seeking a buyer for approximately 100 tons of high-quality, washed sand used at the site. According to Hildesheim Marketing GmbH, the sand must be removed by the buyer, who is also responsible for clearing the site after the season ends.
Operational Details and Seasonal Schedule
Citybeach operates as a temporary urban summer attraction in Hildesheim, transforming public space into a beach-themed recreational area. For the 2026 season, the venue is open from June 26 through August 16. The site welcomes visitors Sunday through Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and extends hours on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m.
The dismantling process is scheduled to begin on August 17, 2026. Because the facility relies on a significant volume of sand—sourced from the local company Dörentrup Quarz GmbH & Co. KG in Duingen—Hildesheim Marketing is facilitating the transfer of this material to avoid waste and support local projects.
Sand Acquisition and Logistics
The organizers are looking for a party interested in acquiring the entire stock of sand. Interested buyers must coordinate the transport logistics themselves and ensure the site is left in a clean condition. Parties may reach out to the management team via email at citymanagement@hildesheim-marketing.de to discuss the transfer.
Historically, this sand has been repurposed for various water sports facilities and landscaping projects within and around Hildesheim, providing a sustainable second life for the material once the beach season concludes.
Sponsorship and Project Support
The Citybeach project operates through a public-private partnership involving several regional stakeholders. The initiative is supported by a tiered sponsorship structure:
- Premium Sponsors: Sparkasse Hildesheim Goslar Peine, gbg Wohnungsbaugesellschaft Hildesheim AG (gbg), EVI Energieversorgung Hildesheim, and EVI SOLARMEILE.
- Key Sponsors: Getränke Schwertfeger GmbH, Einbecker Brauhaus AG, Hildesheimer Allgemeine Zeitung, VGH Versicherungen, kwg Kreiswohnbaugesellschaft mbH, Saba Park Deutschland GmbH, Holzbau Schaab GmbH, Arneken Galerie, HI Zukunft, and Brandmotionz GmbH.
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding the transition of the site or sponsorship opportunities for future iterations, the following contacts are available:
- Project Lead: Friederike Schierz, Hildesheim Marketing GmbH, Rathausstrasse 15, 31134 Hildesheim. Phone: 05121 1798 122; Email: friederike.schierz@hildesheim-marketing.de.
- Press Office: Stefanie Hoffmann, Hildesheim Marketing GmbH, Rathausstrasse 15, 31134 Hildesheim. Phone: 05121 1798 130; Email: stefanie.hoffmann@hildesheim-marketing.de.
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