Lausitzhalle in Hoyerswerda is being renovated

The Lausitzhalle in Hoyerswerda is being renovated with the help of coal funds. Regional Development Minister Thomas Schmidt (CDU) handed over a funding decision for 18.5 million euros on Friday. This is to enable the cultural and conference center to be modernized. According to the ministry, plans include the repair of structural damage, new fire protection and new building services.

The Lausitzhalle is a listed building. It was built between 1974 and 1984 as the "House of Miners and Energy Workers". The hall is used for concerts, cabaret, theater and opera performances. Even after the conversion, the complex will serve as a multifunctional cultural center. As part of the coal phase-out, the federal government is making money available to help the affected mining areas with structural change.