Podcast Tour Wuppertal: The Hidden Band Weavings

Bonn, Germany
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Duration1h 57m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Step behind the magnificent facades of the Wuppertal merchant valley and climb into the hidden, bustling heart of the global textile trade of the 19th century. On this captivating journey, you follow the sharp dividing line between the immense wealth of the banking elite in the valley and the grueling, oil-lamp-lit life of the band weavers from the working class on the steep slopes of the northern city. Discover how the unique chemistry of a river and thousands of hidden backyard looms created a global fashion empire.

3.7 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 117 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and society and everyday life
Excitingly tells in a podcast style from experts and locals
Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • Point-to-point navigation between stops

What to expect

  1. Von der Heydt-Museum
    10m
    The former town hall, now a museum, named after the prominent banking family that financed the region's textile monopoly.
  2. 10m
    The banks of the Wupper, whose uniquely soft water was the fundamental advantage for the textile bleaching industry of the region.
  3. 10m
    The historic trade route that marks the transition from the wealthy valley to the working-class neighborhoods on the slope.
  4. 10m
    The heart of the North City, known as 'Ölberg' because of the oil lamps used by the weavers who worked late into the night.
  5. 10m
    The narrow courtyards where the deafening, hidden band looms of working-class families were operated.
  6. 10m
    A huge former factory that represents the transition from decentralized backyard weaving to centralized industrial production.
  7. 10m
    The historic station that exported the locally produced tapes to the fashion capitals of the world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start at the Von-der-Heydt Museum in Wuppertal. From the main station with local public transport towards the museum. Walk the last few minutes from the nearest stop to the museum. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

Walk from Mirker Bahnhof to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Wuppertal Hauptbahnhof. The starting point is Mirker Station, Wuppertal, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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