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- German
- English
Discover the hidden machinery behind the world-famous brand 'Made in Solingen'. This is not a factory, but a journey through a decentralized industrial landscape that turned an entire city into a workshop. From the slate-clad villas of the merchant elite to the damp, roaring river valleys where the dredgers ruined their lungs. You will walk in the footsteps of the 'Liewerfrauen' – those delivery women who carried the burden of industry on their heads. Come with us and we'll dissect the 'Solinger System': a story about craftsmanship, radical inequality, and the geological fate of the Wupper.
- 3.6 km self-guided tour with 5 stations over 108 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and urbanism & innovation
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 Solingen main station with local public transport towards the Deutsches Klingenmuseum. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to the museum. Check the current connection on the travel day with the transport association.
Walk from Wupperufer (near Wipperkotten) to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Solingen main station. The starting point is Wupperufer (near Wipperkotten), Solingen, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The starting point that establishes the worldwide prestige of the Solingen brand.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The historic square that represents the rule of merchants and guild masters.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A walk through the narrow alleys, revealing the workshops of the Reider (fitters).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The path that symbolizes the daily commute of the delivery women.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The riverbank, where the geological necessity of industry becomes clear.
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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