Amazon Fulfillment Center CGN1 Kobern-Gondorf, DE
13 August 2025Amazon Fulfillment Center DUS2 Rheinberg, DE
13 August 2025
OUR GOAL
To provide an A-to-Z e-commerce logistics solution that would complete Amazon fulfillment network in the European Union.
The Amazon FRA3 Fulfillment Center, located in Bad Hersfeld, Hesse, is one of Amazon’s oldest and most established logistics hubs in Germany. Its central location provides excellent access to Frankfurt, Kassel, and the wider Hesse region, making it a strategic site for both domestic and international FBA shipments. FRA3 is known for its large‑scale operations and plays a vital role in Amazon’s European distribution network.
Amazon FRA3 at a Glance
To ensure your inbound shipments to Amazon FRA3 are processed quickly and efficiently, take note of these key specifications:
FC Code: FRA3
Full Address: Amazon Fulfillment Center FRA3 Amazonstrasse 1 36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany
- GLN Code: 5450534001021
Booking System: All inbound shipments must be registered via Amazon Carrier Central
Pallet Exchange: Yes, available for all shipment times
Deep Sea Imports: Yes, accepted at this facility
Slip Sheet Unloading: Yes, supported with clamp trucks
Strategic Location
Situated in Bad Hersfeld, FRA3 benefits from direct access to the A4 and A7 motorways, linking it to Frankfurt, Kassel, and Leipzig. Its central position in Germany makes it a key hub for Amazon’s inbound flows, serving both German and international sellers shipping into Amazon’s European network.
Operational Specifications for FRA3
Follow Amazon’s strict delivery standards to ensure your shipment is accepted without delays: All deliveries to Amazon FRA3 must comply with Amazon’s inbound requirements. This includes correct palletization, labeling, and vehicle compliance. Non‑compliant shipments risk rejection or delays, so it is essential to prepare your cargo according to the specifications below.
Booking and Hours
Appointments: Must be made at least 24 hours in advance via Carrier Central
Receiving Hours:
Monday – Friday: 06:00 – 22:00
Saturday: 06:00 – 14:00
Vehicle Requirements
Palletised Deliveries Accepted:
7.5‑tonne trucks
Articulated vehicles
Swap bodies
Loose Loaded Parcels Accepted:
Sprinters
Transit vans
Private Vehicles: Not permitted for inbound deliveries
Other Accepted Vehicles:
Flatbed trucks
Vehicles under 7.5 tonnes
Drag & drop trailers
Double‑deck trailers
Tail lifts
Cargo & Pallet Preparation
Pallet Standards: Only 800 x 1,200 mm Euro/CHEP pallets are accepted. Pallets must be GMA Grade B or higher and heat-treated to ISPM-15 standards for international shipments.
Height & Weight: * Maximum height: 1.8 m (single stack). Double-stacked pallets are permitted up to 3.0 m (total height including pallets) if safe to unload.
Maximum weight: 500 kg per pallet.
Stacking & Stability: Boxes must be securely stretch-wrapped in clear plastic (black/opaque wrap is grounds for rejection). Wrap at least three times around the pallet base. Cargo must remain stable after the wrap is removed.
Box & Labeling Requirements
Box Dimensions & Weight: * No side may exceed 63.5 cm (unless the item itself is larger).
Max weight per box: 23 kg.
Heavy Package Warning: Boxes exceeding 15 kg must be marked "Heavy Package" on both the top and sides.
Labeling Precision: * Use laser printers only (inkjet barcodes often smudge and become unscannable).
Place labels at least 3 cm from edges and never over a seam or tape.
Every box and pallet must carry a unique, valid FNSKU or shipping label. Mixed SKU pallets must be clearly marked as "Mixed Merchandise" or "Mixed SKUs".
Scalable Solutions for the FRA3 Logistics Hub
Navigating the requirements of the Bad Hersfeld logistics hub demands professional oversight and administrative resilience. FLEX. acts as your tactical staging partner, ensuring your inventory is fully optimized for the FRA3 terminal. Consider how these specialized services can refine your German operations:
If your shipment requires rigorous compliance auditing... Success at FRA3 depends on perfect physical presentation. Our FBA prep center Germany service conducts a comprehensive pre-arrival audit at our staging points. We stabilize your Euro-pallets, optimize barcode positioning for automated high-speed scanners, and ensure that every unit meets Amazon's rigorous "Receive-Ready" standards, effectively removing the risk of costly gate refusals.
If you are shipping from abroad and need end-to-end transport management... The final leg of the journey into Hesse requires strict coordination. Our forwarding to Amazon in Germany service manages the entire delivery process, from scheduling Carrier Central appointments to providing Amazon-compliant transport. We handle the administrative and physical handover at the FRA3 gates, ensuring your goods are offloaded without detention delays or administrative friction.
If you need to optimize your storage costs and IPI health... To maintain lean inventory levels at FRA3 without risking "out-of-stock" scenarios, you need a local buffer. Our pre Amazon storage service allows you to hold bulk inventory in our German staging hubs. We manage your replenishment flow, pulling and prepping stock as needed to ensure your inventory at the fulfillment center is always active and your storage fees remain minimal.
Elevate your supply chain management by utilizing our detailed Amazon Fulfillment Centers guide, designed to help you track shifting facility requirements and balance your stock perfectly between regional staging hubs and the German market.
How FLEX. Can Help
Establishing your presence in Central Germany should drive your growth, not complicate your operations. At FLEX., we act as your strategic outpost in Bad Hersfeld, managing every technical nuance of the Amazon FRA3 facility so you can stay focused on brand development. From exhaustive pallet audits to the final mile in Hesse, we ensure your cargo is perfectly synchronized with Amazon’s strict receiving expectations.
By combining deep regional expertise with a high-performance logistics network, we protect your business from the financial impact of shipment rejections and the headaches of administrative compliance. Whether you are scaling bulk distribution or fine-tuning a multi-channel strategy, we provide the operational stability and precision required to win in the European marketplace.
Eliminate the complexity of German fulfillment. Partner with FLEX. today to build a resilient, high-velocity supply chain that delivers results.
