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Dive into the rugged, stormy origins of Europe's largest industrial power center. This captivating journey takes you from the very first spark of a revolutionary ironworks in 1758 down into the terrifying depths of the coal mines and finally into the living rooms of the workers who created this empire with their bare hands. Discover the hidden human cost and the bold ambitions that have transformed a quiet valley into the beating heart of the industrial world.
3.2 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 93 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in history, memory, and urbanism innovation
Excitingly tells in a podcast style from experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Oberhausen main station with local public transport towards LVR Industry Museum St. Antony Cabin. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the St. Antony Cabin. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from the Eisenheim settlement to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Oberhausen main station. The starting point is the settlement of Eisenheim. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The starting point of the tour and the birthplace of the Ruhr industry, with the former directors' house.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The excavation site of the first blast furnace, which reveals the harsh reality of early iron smelting.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The site of the former Osterfeld mine, which illuminates the frightening depths and the human cost of deep mining.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Siedlung Eisenheim
The oldest preserved workers' settlement in the Ruhr area, which shows the architecture of entrepreneurial control and human resilience.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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