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Offered languages
- German
- English
Dive into the rough, unpretentious, and eerily proud soul of the Ruhr area. This tour uses Herbert Grönemeyer's legendary 1984 album "4630 Bochum" as a poetic map to explore a city that has transformed from a heavy industry and mining metropolis into a modern cultural center. Discover the stories behind the lyrics, the taste of the working class, and the pulse of steel that still echoes through these streets.
- An 8.0 km self-guided tour with 7 stops in 182 min.
- Ideal for travelers interested in pop culture media landscapes and sensual emotional cities
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travel from the central transport hub in Bochum to Bermuda3Eck using public transport. Go the last bit to the sausage house at Kortumstraße 18. Check the current connection on the day of travel.
Go from the Vonovia Ruhrstadion to the nearest stop and travel back to the central transport hub in Bochum. Check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The legendary snack bar in Bochum's nightlife district, which embodies the culinary soul of the working class and Grönemeyer's hit "Currywurst."
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The artistic birthplace of Grönemeyer, where he worked with the revolutionary director Peter Zadek and shaped his narrative and emotional depth.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A street that contrasts sharply with Düsseldorf's wealthy shopping boulevard and emphasizes Bochum's unpretentious identity.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The town hall with its massive cast steel bell, which represents the "pulse of steel" of the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The mining museum with its towering hoisting rig, which symbolizes the "mine gold" and the men who were "very gray from work."
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Moritz Fiege Brewery
The independent local brewery that embodies the line "Bochum, I'm hooked on you" and is deeply rooted in the community.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The home of VfL Bochum, where 27,000 fans sing Grönemeyer's hymn before every game and create pure Ruhrpott magic.
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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