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- German
- English
Discover the beating heart of the Ruhr area on a tour that goes far beyond football. It's not just about FC Schalke 04, but about the miners who made a game a religion. Run through the rough streets where the legendary Schalker Kreisel was born, stand in the church where priests announced the match results from the pulpit, and visit the pub that served as the community's living room. From the dark history of the Nazi era to the transformation of industrial ruins into cultural spaces, this audio journey shows how immigrant workers created an identity that outlasted the end of the coal age.
- 4.8 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 162 min.
- Ideal for society everyday life as well as history memory
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at the Schalker Market. Start the tour independently there with the app. From Gelsenkirchen main station with local public transport towards Schalker Markt; in the last few minutes you walk.
The tour ends at the Consol Theater. From there, you go to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Gelsenkirchen main station.
Itinerary
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1
The historical birthplace of the club and the center of the old working-class district.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The Schalke church symbolizes the connection between Catholicism, Polish migrants, and the club.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The legendary street where the Schalker Kreisel was born and important players lived.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The famous pub served as a living room for players and fans alike.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
The historic stadium was built by workers themselves and is considered the spiritual home of the club.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The location of the former mine connects Sunday football with Monday work.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The former fan building was converted into a theater and represents the cultural change of the district.
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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