Residential estate steeped in history
The ENKA complex, situated in the southern part of Ede, originally served as an artificial silk factory. JC Hartogs, a chemist with some entrepreneurial spirit, established the factory in 1919.
Railway line within walking distance The factory was constructed here in Ede for various reasons, including the fact that there was a railway line within walking distance, and that land was quite affordable here.
Railway line within walking distance
The factory was constructed here in Ede for various reasons, including the fact that there was a railway line within walking distance, and that land was quite affordable here.
The factory specialised in the production of artificial silk (rayon/viscose), and so played a major part in the textile industry. Moreover, the former artificial silk factory had an impact on the local economy and jobs. In its heyday, the factory employed more than 500 people on a day-to-day basis.
Production too expensive
In the late 1990s, the production of artificial silk grew too expensive in the Netherlands, thus forcing the factory to close its doors. Since its closure in 2003, the ENKA premises have been transformed into a wonderful place to live, work and relax amidst numerous traces of history.
Listed building
Although it used to be a factory, it is now a unique location where our much-appreciated industrial heritage is still tangible. And best of all, you can spend some quality time here!
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