Stationery store in Eimsbüttel about to close: appeal for donations started!

Stationery store in Eimsbüttel about to close: appeal for donations started!

Things are going haywire in Eimsbüttel: Andreas Bonertz's Hamburg stationery store in the Karl-Schneider-Passagen is about to close. A large construction site on Osterstrasse means that access to the store is severely restricted. This not only affects the constant flow of customers, but also hits the store's sales to its core. The reason for this inconvenience is the laying of district heating pipes, which are necessary as part of the energy transition. moin.de describes that this main artery of the city is blocked and many customers who would otherwise run errands on the way to work are staying away.

Another downer in this difficult situation is the rerouted local transport. The HVV buses take a different route, making it more difficult for regular customers to reach the store. The noise and dirt caused by the construction work are making the situation even worse and threaten to make the Karl Schneider Passagen unattractive. “It's getting worse and worse,” says Bonertz, expressing his concerns. Many shops are suffering from the ongoing construction site, and restaurants and pharmacies are also affected.

Fight for survival

Andreas Bonertz has already invested private reserves in his business in order to survive the devastating effects of the corona pandemic. Now he is faced with the threat of closure. According to reports from Eimsbütteler Nachrichten, the closure of the branch on Osterstrasse, which was closed in May 2025, has long been a reality. The location in the Karl Schneider Passagen remains, whose fate is now also in the balance.

In this difficult situation, Bonertz criticizes the lack of support from the Hamburg energy works and district politics. So far there have been no visits from representatives who could have encouraged him or sought dialogue. In order to avert the impending closure, the store operator has now launched a call for donations. A GoFundMe campaign called “Save the Stationery Store!” should raise 9,000 euros to cover rent and outstanding bills.

A place of community

The solidarity of the residents in Eimsbüttel is clear: many people are ready to support their favorite shop. Numerous fundraising campaigns and appeals have been formed to help. It is gratifying to see how a sense of community is blossoming in such difficult times.

Amid these challenges, the HDE climate protection offensive offers help for local companies to implement energy efficiency and climate protection measures. Small and medium-sized trading companies in particular can benefit from support such as free materials and tips in order to operate sustainably.

The situation at the Hamburg stationery office remains tense. The coming weeks will be crucial to see if the fundraising drive provides enough momentum to keep the store afloat.