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- German
- English
Dive into the belly of the industrial beast and witness its wondrous resurrection. On this journey through the UNESCO World Heritage site Zollverein, you will discover how Europe's loudest, dirtiest, and most dangerous coal mine was transformed into a sanctuary for art, design, and culture. Discover the Bauhaus-inspired architecture, ride a bright orange escalator into the depths of history, and experience the stories of the miners who drove an entire nation.
- 2.9 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 116 min.
- Ideal for urbanism, infrastructure & innovation and urbanism & innovation
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Essen main station to Zollverein by public transport. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to PACT Zollverein. Check the current connection on the travel day.
From Kokereiallee to the Kokerei Zollverein or Zollverein Nord stop and take public transport back to Essener Hauptbahnhof. Check the current connection on the travel day.
Itinerary
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1
The former washhouse of the miners, today a state-of-the-art center for performing arts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The iconic double-bock scaffolding, a masterpiece of Bauhaus-inspired industrial design.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The huge former coal washing plant, redesigned by Rem Koolhaas, with a spectacular, luminous escalator.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The former boiler house, transformed by Norman Foster into the world's largest exhibition for contemporary design.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A colossal bunker where coal was mixed, today a cavernous space for immersive contemporary art.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A huge hall with a wooden roof, where ammonium sulfate was stored, today a spectacular entertainment venue.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A bright blue swimming pool, welded together from shipping containers, in the middle of the rusting coke plant.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
A 150-meter-long canal that serves as a reflection pool in the summer and a spectacular ice rink in the winter.
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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