Local supply in Thüringen
The “green heart of Germany” is shaped by low mountain ranges and many small municipalities. In Thuringian villages, friedas secures local supply digitally.

Supply gaps in Thüringen
- 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 Thüringen
- 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 Thüringen benefits from digital local supply
In the Thuringian Forest and rural districts, supply routes are long. Digital stores with a regional range bring supply and identity together.
In Thuringia, Sunday opening is not yet permitted; a cabinet decision provides for opening up to 400 m² in smaller municipalities (up to 3,000 inhabitants) (DHBW, as of 2026). friedas already offers the longest possible opening hours today.
Frequently asked questions
Does a friedas store also work in small places in Thüringen?
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.
Local supply in other federal states
Secure local supply in Thüringen
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