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Gießen Celebrates Unique History with 'ELEFANTAS­TIC' Summer Events

Discover Gießen's quirky charm this summer. From the historic Elephant Square to the iconic Elephant Toilet, there's plenty to explore and enjoy.

The picture is taken on the street of a city. In the center of the picture there are shops, tents,...
The picture is taken on the street of a city. In the center of the picture there are shops, tents, umbrellas, auto rickshaw, motor bike, people and many other objects. In the background there are buildings. In the foreground there are waste papers on the road.

Gießen Celebrates Unique History with 'ELEFANTAS­TIC' Summer Events

Gießen is celebrating its unique history and culture with a series of 'ELEFANTAS­TIC' events this summer. The city's economic development is behind this innovative inner-city promotion, focusing on creativity, quality of stay, and community. A green sign at Schulstraße/Wagenstraße reminds passersby of the historic Elephant Square, once home to exotic animals like elephants.

At the heart of these actions is the Elephant Toilet, a quirky symbol of Gießen's charm. This year, it will pull the city's Christmas tree, with sales starting in mid-November. The toilet, priced at 14.95 €, is available for purchase at the Tourist Information and directly at the elephant toilet, featuring a colorful T-shirt with the elephant toilet motif. The Tourist Information also offers free information about events, sights, and leisure activities, as well as regional products and event tickets.

Gießen Marketing is committed to offering high-quality and regional products. You can find 'Good from Gießen' like honey or spirits at the Tourist Information. The 'Gießen is ELEFANTAS­TIC because...' action aims to highlight why Gießen is unique and special.

The Elephant Toilet is the hub and centerpiece of these actions, showcasing why Gießen is ELEFANTAS­TIC. The economic development received funding for the project in the Hessian competition 'In the middle - Bring life to the city'. So, if you're in Gießen this summer, keep an eye out for these exciting events and embrace the city's quirky charm.

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