Self-guided podcast tour Oberhausen: The cradle of the Ruhr area

Dortmund, Germany
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Duration1h 33m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the rugged, stormy origins of Europe's largest industrial power center. This captivating journey takes you from the very first spark of a revolutionary ironworks in 1758 down into the terrifying depths of the coal mines and finally into the living rooms of the workers who created this empire with their bare hands. Discover the hidden human cost and the bold ambitions that have transformed a quiet valley into the beating heart of the industrial world.

3.2 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 93 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in history, memory, and urbanism innovation
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 starting point of the tour and the birthplace of the Ruhr industry, with the former directors' house.
  2. 10m
    The excavation site of the first blast furnace, which reveals the harsh reality of early iron smelting.
  3. 10m
    The site of the former Osterfeld mine, which illuminates the frightening depths and the human cost of deep mining.
  4. Siedlung Eisenheim
    10m
    The oldest preserved workers' settlement in the Ruhr area, which shows the architecture of entrepreneurial control and human resilience.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Oberhausen main station with local public transport towards LVR Industry Museum St. Antony Cabin. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the St. Antony Cabin. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

Walk from the Eisenheim settlement to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Oberhausen main station. The starting point is the settlement of Eisenheim. 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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