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Offered languages
- German
- English
Leave the classic history books behind and dive into the architectural and human development of Hochlarmark. This walk through a German suburb leads through the soul of Europe's industrial heartbeat. From rust-kissed monuments of the coal boom to the geometric harmony of the workers' garden cities and the curved bridges of post-industrial leisure culture, you experience how a landscape of extraction transformed into a canvas of memory and hope.
- 2.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 98 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure innovation, 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 Recklinghausen main station with local public transport towards Förderturm Zeche Recklinghausen II. Walk the last few minutes from the nearest stop. Check current connection on travel day.
Walk from the Dragon Bridge to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Recklinghausen main station. Check current connection on travel day.
Itinerary
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1
The industrial anchor from which the settlement originated and which is responsible for the massive influx of miners.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Classic brick pithead houses that show the original architectural intention of uniform, functional living space with large gardens for self-sufficiency.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The spiritual and cultural anchor for the Catholic workers, reflecting the deep roots of the Ruhr Poles.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The geometric core of the historical development, which applies the ideals of the 'garden city' to create a village atmosphere.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Newer single-family homes that show the shift towards an individualized, modern suburban life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A striking pedestrian bridge that symbolizes the transformation of industrial waste into a landscape for leisure and art.
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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