Repair Café at ZAM in Erlangen: Repairing together instead of throwing away

Repair instead of throwing away: The Repair Café at ZAM brings Erlangen together

At ZAM – Center for Exchange and Making, on September 19, 2026, craftsmanship meets sustainable living. Anyone who brings a broken device, toy, or household item can experience an event with a genuine workshop atmosphere, personal advice, and a strong sense of community. The service is free and aimed at everyone who prefers to keep things rather than dispose of them. ([dein-mint.de](https://dein-mint.de/termin.aspx?id=493))

Repairing together, saving together

Whether electrical, electronic, or mechanical: At the Repair Café, things will be disassembled, checked, and tested for what can still be salvaged. The small Erlangen group behind the format has been focusing on creativity, craftsmanship, and the idea that good items deserve a second chance for years. That’s exactly what makes this format appealing: practical help, short paths, and an immediate sense of accomplishment at the workbench. ([zam.haus](https://www.zam.haus/programm/repair-cafe-124/))

Location with an open workshop atmosphere

ZAM is located in the heart of Erlangen at Hauptstraße 65-67 and is known as a creative production venue, meeting point, and makerspace. The building is currently accessible without barriers except for the metal workshop; elevators and accessible toilets are available. Its central location makes it ideal for getting there, and the parking options around the city of Erlangen are well connected. ([zam.haus](https://www.zam.haus/en/kontakt/))

This is what the Repair Café feels like

This is not an anonymous service atmosphere; instead, it’s a lively interaction. Visitors bring their favorite items, watch the repairs, and see how a seemingly broken object becomes useful again. This fits perfectly with ZAM's profile as a place for exchange, open workshops, and a participatory culture. ([zam.haus](https://www.zam.haus/programm/repair-cafe-124/))

Fans' voices

On ZAM's official channels, excitement for communal repairs, the open workshop character, and the sustainable concept is particularly evident. The social media presence emphasizes the character of the house as an active meeting point for Erlangen. ([zam.haus](https://www.zam.haus/en/kontakt/))

Conclusion

The Repair Café at ZAM combines sustainability, practical help, and a friendly community atmosphere into a visit that is worthwhile for many broken everyday helpers. Anyone wanting to experience how vibrant repair culture can be should not miss this date in Erlangen. ([zam.haus](https://www.zam.haus/programm/repair-cafe-124/))

Official channels of ZAM – Center for Exchange and Making:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zam.erlangen
• Facebook: no official profile found
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZAM.erlangen
• TikTok: no official profile found
• Mastodon: https://chaos.social/@zam

Sources:

• ZAM - Repair Café - Event page
• ZAM - Contact and Directions
• Your MINT Erlangen - Repair Café at ZAM
• ZAM - Press Review
• City of Erlangen - Parking in Erlangen