Podcast Tour: Deep in the West The Heartbeat of Bochum Football

Rhine River, Germany
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Duration1h 52m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the raw, unpretentious, and extremely loyal world of Ruhr area football. This is not just a sports tour; it is a journey of discovery into the identity of the working class, industrial resilience, and a community that places stubborn independence above the millions of corporations. From the hiss of the legendary Currywurst to the brutalist concrete of a stadium in the English style, built directly into a residential area – discover why football in Bochum is not just played, but lived.

- 3.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 112 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in society & everyday life and history & memory
Excitingly told in a podcast style by 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 culinary starting point of the game day, deeply rooted in the local music and worker food culture.
  2. Moritz Fiege Brewery
    10m
    An independent family brewery whose loyalty to the local football club became legendary.
  3. 10m
    A historic pub on the main thoroughfare of the fans, representing the deep roots of the club in the neighborhood.
  4. Vonovia Ruhrstadion
    10m
    An iconic, brutalist stadium in the English style, integrated directly into the city's residential area.
  5. 10m
    The unpretentious administrative center that emphasizes the democratic roots and accessibility of the association.
  6. 10m
    A rough, traditional fan pub where the community gathers to process the emotions of the game.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Bochum main station by local public transport towards the Bratwursthaus. From the nearest stop a few minutes walk to the sausage house on Kortumstraße. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

End point

The tour ends at the Kneipe Ritterburg on Castroper Straße. Walk from there to the nearest stop and take public transport to Bochum main station. 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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