Göppingen: WATZL Group signs rental agreement with the CJD – Administrative center moves to Göppingen

• The WATZL Group leases 3,000 sqm to the CJD in Göppingen for 15 years.
• The CJD will move into its new administrative headquarters in Mittlere Karlstraße in late summer 2026.
• The long-term partnership with a major educational and social organization operating nationally will strengthen the Göppingen location.

Göppingen, February 25, 2025 | The WATZL Group has signed a long-term 15-year lease agreement with Christliches Jugenddorfwerk Deutschlands (CJD) for around 3,000 sqm of rental space at Mittlere Karlstraße 93-97 in Göppingen. From late summer 2026, the former furniture store will serve as the new CJD administrative headquarters and office of the Board of Directors. This will bring one of the largest Christian educational and social organizations in Germany to the city.

New CJD headquarters underlines the quality of the location
“We are delighted to have secured a prestigious tenant for our property in the form of the CJD, an important partner of the welfare state. The decision to choose Göppingen for the new headquarters underlines the attractiveness of our location and will contribute to the revitalization of the city center,” says Mr. Jan Watzl, Managing Partner of the WATZL Group.

WATZL Group creates a modern working environment for the social sector
The central location near the city center and train station provides optimal infrastructure conditions for the CJD and its employees. In the coming months, the building will be completely refurbished in terms of energy efficiency and adapted to the requirements of the new tenant in order to create a modern and functional working environment.

With this rental agreement, the WATZL Group continues its strategy of repositioning attractive and multifunctional commercial space in a central location.

About WATZL Group
WATZL Group is a leading real estate company specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of premium commercial and residential properties. The company prioritizes quality and sustainability, aiming to create stable and long-term value across its diverse portfolio.