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- German
- English
Dive into the silent revolution of the streets of Solingen. While other cities suffocated in diesel fumes, this resilient German city held onto its beloved trolleybus – an extensive electric overhead bus network that emerged from the ashes of the Second World War. Accompany the architecture enthusiast Tom and the Solingen woman Alicia through a network of overhead lines, political rebellions, and state-of-the-art battery technology. Discover how a nostalgic piece of transport history became the blueprint for the green mobility of tomorrow.
3.6 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 107 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure and innovation and urbanism & innovation
Excitingly tells in a podcast style from experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Solingen main station to the pedestrian zone Kölner Straße using local public transport. It is only a few minutes walk from the nearest stop. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from the Solingen Municipal Utilities depot at Weidenstraße 10 to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Solingen main station. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The main shopping street, where the sensory contrast of the quiet, massive electric buses is immediately noticeable.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The central hub of the network, which is characterized by a massive, complex web of overhead lines.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A place deeply connected to the cultural memory of the Stangenbus and the famous Stange-ab phenomenon.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The city administration building, where the decisive political battles to save the O-Bus system were fought in the 1980s and 90s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
An ideal place to observe the specific technique of air softening in action.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The main depot where historical monument preservation meets high-modern BOB technology (Battery Catenary Bus).
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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