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- German
- English
Dive into the soot-blackened streets of the Hagens of the early 20th century, where a radical experiment changed the world of design forever. Accompany Clara, a down-to-earth design enthusiast, and Jonas, a passionate architectural historian, on their journey of discovery to the 'Hagen Impulse' – a visionary movement led by Karl Ernst Osthaus that brought utopian aesthetics to a raw industrial metropolis. Discover how this unlikely city produced the total work of art and laid the actual foundation for the Bauhaus.
7.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 199 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in art, design & aesthetics and history & memory
Excitingly tells in a podcast style from experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Hagen main station with local public transport towards Hagen main station (Stained glass window). From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Hagen main station (stained glass windows), Hagen, Germany.
Walk from Haus Cuno to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Hagen main station. The starting point is Haus Cuno, Hagen, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The industrial gate with Johan Thorn Prikker's monumental stained glass window, which symbolizes the Hagener Impulse.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Originally the Folkwang Museum, with an interior designed by Henry van de Velde, which marks the institutional birth of the movement.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
This strict, geometric crematorium designed by Peter Behrens reflects the progressive, secular mindset of Osthaus' circle.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Henry van de Velde's masterpiece, designed as a 'total work of art' for Karl Ernst Osthaus.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Designed by Lauweriks for the artist Johan Thorn Prikker, it illustrates the concept of the utopian artist colony.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A row of houses by Lauwerik that demonstrates the transition to systematic, modern housing construction.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Designed by Peter Behrens for Mayor Willi Cuno, it underscores the political backing of the Hagen initiative.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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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