Overview

• Pulp, a beloved nightclub in Duisburg-Hochfeld, will shut its doors permanently after operating since June 1996.
• The venue, known for its unique transformation of a former train station into a 3,000 sqm ‘event castle,’ has struggled with declining attendance since the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Owner Zeljka Orec stated that low turnout and insolvency risks made continued operations unsustainable in the current economic climate.
• The closure follows recent shutdowns of other iconic Ruhrgebiet nightlife venues, including Ballermann 6 and the Olgas Rock festival.
• The announcement has left the local community stunned, marking the end of an era for the region’s nightlife culture.