Local supply in Hessen
Hesse combines dense conurbations with wide rural regions such as North Hesse, the Vogelsberg and the Rhön. There, friedas secures basic supply with digital village stores.
Supply gaps in Hessen
- Store closures lengthen the way to the nearest shopping option.
- Smaller places lose their nearby basic supply.
- Long opening hours are hard to finance with conventional staffing.
Digital local supply for places in Hessen
- Smart-store technology enables long opening hours with reduced staffing.
- Formats from container to existing premises adapt to the site.
- Regional products strengthen local value creation.
- Together we assess site, viability and funding options.
Why Hessen benefits from digital local supply
In structurally weaker districts, shops disappear particularly quickly. A 24/7-capable local supplier maintains supply even with lower footfall.
Hesse has already permitted Sunday and public-holiday opening of staff-free stores up to 120 m² since 16 July 2024 (everyday consumer goods) (DHBW, as of 2026). Here, friedas can provide supply around the clock at the weekend too.
Frequently asked questions
Does a friedas store also work in small places in Hessen?
That depends on the catchment area. The free site analysis shows whether and in what form a store is viable at your location.
What funding options are there?
Various EU, federal and state programmes exist for rural local supply. We assess together which ones may apply.
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