Discover how the dramatic, unyielding topography of the Sauerland shaped an industrial power center. On this captivating tour, you will follow the courses of the four rivers of Hagen and learn how steep valleys and rushing water determined everything – from medieval blacksmithing to huge railway networks. We are shedding light on the ecological costs of this industrial boom and witnessing the modern ecological rebirth of a city.
- 3.7 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 91 min.
- Ideal for urbanism, infrastructure & innovation
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
From Hagen main station with local public transport towards Bodelschwinghplatz and Ennepeufer. From the nearest stop, it's the last few minutes on foot. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
From Stadtgarten Hagen, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Hagen main station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
The starting point of Hagen's industrial rise, where the rushing Ennepe powered early foundries and dictated the linear expansion of the city.
A huge railway junction that arose out of geographical necessity, where the tracks were forced to follow the ancient paths dug from the rivers into the mountains.
Hagen's modern town hall, built directly on the Volme, serves as a central point to address the heavy industrial pollution and the subsequent ecological remediation of the city's waterways.
A lush, steep park on the edge of the city, which perfectly illustrates how Hagen has preserved dramatic natural landscapes right next to dense urban industry.
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