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- German
- English
Leave the manicured lawns of public parks and dive into the strictly regulated but personal world of the German allotment garden. Learn how a 19th-century medical experiment developed into an important survival mechanism for miners in the smog-plagued Ruhr area. Discover the paradox of allotment gardens: strict rules about hedge heights and canopy sizes created a democratic refuge that survived wars, welcomed migrant families, and triggered a modern eco-renaissance.
- 6.0 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 144 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in society & everyday life as well as identity, migration & globalization
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Herne Main Station to Stadtgarten Herne by local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Stadtgarten Herne, Herne, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From KGV Holsterhausen e.V. walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Herne main station. The starting point is KGV Holsterhausen e.V., Herne, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The city park, which forms the stage for our exploration of public versus private green spaces.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A former industrial production site that provides the crucial context for why green oases were necessary.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We are entering the allotment gardens to explore their origins as vital food sources for industrial workers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The heart of the community: the club house, where micro-politics and garden parties all come together.
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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