Self-guided podcast tour The Hagen Sound Revolution

Rhine River, Germany
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Duration1h 53m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

In the late 1970s, the gray, post-industrial city of Hagen became the epicenter of a musical earthquake. Discover the 'Hagener Szene', where punk met the neon aesthetic of the New German Wave. Stroll through the streets where Nena's band found its first notes before guitarist Carlo Karges dreamed of 99 Luftballons in West Berlin. Explore the places of Extrabreits rebellion anthems and the villas that became breeding grounds for a creative generation. Find out how a working-class and steel city participated in the colorful pop revolution of the 80s.

3.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 113 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in pop culture media landscapes and pop culture media
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. 10m
    The main station, a symbol of the arrival point for dreamers and the ironic inspiration for the famous NDW anthem by Extrabreit.
  2. 10m
    The central square of the Wehringhausen district, the historical heart of the alternative and creative scene Hagens.
  3. 10m
    A street lined with magnificent, historicist architecture, which offered affordable, communal living and rehearsal space so important for the 80s music scene.
  4. Kulturzentrum Pelmke
    10m
    A grassroots democratic cultural center in a former school, embodying the DIY ethos and the constant struggle to preserve alternative free spaces.
  5. 10m
    A central park where the youth met and which provided the backdrop to talk about the fears of the Cold War that inspired world hits like '99 Luftballons'.
  6. Kongress und Eventpark Stadthalle Hagen
    10m
    The large entertainment venue that hosted the triumphant home concerts of Hagen's biggest stars and cemented the city's musical heritage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts directly at Hagen main station. Go to the main entrance on the side of the station square upon your arrival. Another ride on public transport is not necessary for the first stop. Please check your train or bus connection on the day of travel.

End point

From Stadthalle Hagen, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Hagen main station. The starting point is Stadthalle Hagen, Hagen, 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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