--- title: "Ehemalige Zigarrenfabrik" url: "https://en.teutoburgerwald.de/region/excursion/poi/ehemalige-zigarrenfabrik" description: "The Tobacco Industry in Vlotho: Historical DevelopmentIn the 18th century, the processing of tobacco plants from America was a key economic sector in Vlotho. At times, about 25% of the population was employed in this sector.The development of the industry proceeded in the following phases:World War I: The number of businesses rose to 40; wages and prices increased by about 30%.After World War I: A shortage of raw materials led to structural change.From 1920 onward: The introduction of a tax on tobacco packaging, as well as subsequent increases in tobacco taxes, led to business closures and rising unemployment.1945: There were still 15 factories in operation in Vlotho.1968: The number of factories dropped to 4.From Cigar Factory to Cultural CenterOne of the last cigar factories in town was the Schöning Cigar Factory on Lange Straße. The building was later repurposed and now houses the “Kulturfabrik.”" language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/876079/38677d1daee4fce83a87485b61d956719681d7c51a170abc645d1688cd2e4478/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Teutoburg Forest > Discover the region > Excursion > POI" --- Share Ehemalige Zigarrenfabrik ======================== - Monument Kulturfabrik, großes Gebäude in Backstein, vorne etwas Rasenfläche Today's Kulturfabrik in Vlotho is housed in a former industrial building. The site is closely linked to the town's history of tobacco processing. The Tobacco Industry in Vlotho: Historical Development ------------------------------------------------------ In the 18th century, the processing of tobacco plants from America was a key economic sector in Vlotho. At times, about 25% of the population was employed in this sector. The development of the industry proceeded in the following phases: - **World War I:** The number of businesses rose to 40; wages and prices increased by about 30%. - **After World War I:** A shortage of raw materials led to structural change. - **From 1920 onward:** The introduction of a tax on tobacco packaging, as well as subsequent increases in tobacco taxes, led to business closures and rising unemployment. - **1945:** There were still 15 factories in operation in Vlotho. - **1968:** The number of factories dropped to 4. From Cigar Factory to Cultural Center ------------------------------------- One of the last cigar factories in town was the Schöning Cigar Factory on Lange Straße. The building was later repurposed and now houses the “Kulturfabrik.” Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Today, the former cigar factory is home to the "Kulturfabrik". The entrance times therefore depend on the facilities located there. Read more General information - Parking Available Eligibility - Bad Weather Offer - for Groups - for Class - for families - for individual guests - Suitable for the Elderly - Suitable for Pushchair - for Children of the age of 3-6 - for Children of the age of 6-10 - for Children of the age of 10 upwards Foreign Language German Other Furnishing/Equipment - Children's Playground (outdoors) - Toilet Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Parking spaces are located directly at the Kulturfabrik. The train station is opposite. Read more Contact person Stadt Vlotho / KulturbüroLange Straße 53 32602 Vlotho License (master data) Vlotho Marketing GmbH Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Market - Other - Guided tour/tour - Food & Beverage - Snack bar - Restaurant - Restaurant - Accomodations - Motorhome parking site - Hotel - Campsite - Package - Romantik - Place of interest - Historic building - Museum/exhibition - Library - Tours 34.47 km - Regional bike tour 75.66 km - Regional bike tour 40.90 km - Regional hiking trail Contact Lange Straße 53 32602 Vlotho