© Woolworth GmbH
© Woolworth GmbH

Germany: Woolworth opens 1000th European Store

German discount retailer Woolworth GmbH has opened a new store at the Kronenberg Center in Essen as part of its European expansion.

The new location opened on 5 March 2026 at the Kronenberg Center Essen. The opening forms part of the retailer’s broader growth strategy in the European market and strengthens its brick-and-mortar presence in Germany.

According to the company, the Essen store also marks a milestone in its network development, as Woolworth continues to expand its discount retail concept and reach a growing customer base.

To celebrate the opening, the retailer announced promotional offers and special activities for visitors at the Kronenberg Center on the launch day.

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