Emden plans spectacular XXL wall picture for the trough route!

Emden plans spectacular XXL wall picture for the trough route!

A breathtaking art project is launched in Emden: a gigantic mural is to transform the trough route, an often overlooked concrete tube, into a colorful work of art! With an investment of 80,000 euros, the city plans to create the longest and most colorful mural in Germany. But the question remains: Does it really make sense to put so much money into a bypass that serves above all for car traffic?

The enthusiasm of municipal cultural policy is unmistakable, while the critics are wondering whether the trough route is the right place for such a spectacle. So far there are already some successful graffiti in Emden, the dreary power boxes and walls spice up. These small works of art even contributed to deteriorating smearings. But will XXL graffiti really attract people on the trough route and upgrade the city? The supporters dream of an event that inspires both locals and tourists, even if they only have a few seconds to enjoy the splendor of colors when driving past.

The controversy about the art project

The discussion about art is often heated: ability, statement and effect are in the room. In the case of the trough route, the meaningfulness of the project is particularly controversial. Critics are wondering whether colorful images actually achieve the desired effect on an bypass or whether the money should not be invested better in the renovation of schools or other urban projects. It remains to be seen whether the color splendor really leaves a lasting impression or is just a fleeting spectacle.

Finally, the question remains: are there not other corners in Emden that urgently need a color refreshment? The city faces the challenge of making the right decision while the anticipation for the great work of art grows.