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Ludwig Erhard Zentrum
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Ludwig Erhard Zentrum

Discover the Birthplace of Social Market Economy

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The Ludwig Erhard Zentrum in Fürth offers a journey into the roots of the Social Market Economy. Engage with interactive exhibits and visit Ludwig Erhard's birthplace. Experience history up close and learn how Erhard's concepts shaped modern economics. A visit that captivates beyond just history buffs.
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The Ludwig Erhard Zentrum was inaugurated on the 70th anniversary of the 1948 economic and currency reform, a pivotal moment in German economic history.

Quick Facts

Opening Hours
Tu-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa,Su,PH 10:00-18:00
Wheelchair Access
Fully accessible

Guided Story

Can you feel the pulse of history? Right in front of you is the birthplace of Ludwig Erhard, one of the masterminds behind the Social Market Economy. Look to your right, there's the Criminal Museum of Fürth. But here, at the center, it's all about Erhard's visionary ideas. Did you know that as the Economic Minister after World War II, he played a crucial role in steering Germany towards the economic miracle? Imagine him growing up here in Fürth, holding ideas that would later influence global economics. Behind you, just a short walk away, is the town hall, another witness to the era Erhard lived in. Visiting here is like walking through history, still alive and palpable today.

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