Podcast Tour Bochum: Steel, Sweat and Solidarity

Rhine River, Germany
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Duration2h 25m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the rough, beating heart of Germany's industrial power center. This is not just a walk through history; it is a journey of discovery, how the darkness of the coal mines forged an unshakeable culture over the years. Discover the linguistic melting pot of Ruhr German, try the uniformity of the cult currywurst, and see how a community has reclaimed its industrial ruins. Come along and find out why the miner spirit of solidarity in Bochum still shapes things today.

6.1 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 145 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in identity, migration & globalization, and everyday society
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 square under the iconic headframe conveys the sheer size of the mining industry and the basic concept of the 'miner'.
  2. 10m
    In this historic Ruhrpott pub, we explore pub culture as a social equalizer, where the local dialect is spoken freely.
  3. 10m
    This street, supported by the community, shows modern solidarity and alternative culture in Bochum.
  4. 10m
    The culinary anchor of the laborers: Here, currywurst is served as an iconic, egalitarian dish of the working class.
  5. Westpark
    10m
    The former Krupp steelworks was converted into a public park. Here, 'layer in the shaft' and the reclamation of industrial brownfields are illustrated.
  6. 10m
    The historical mining workers' settlement of Stahlhausen embodies the architecture of solidarity and the enduring soul of the region. The meeting point is the neighborhood meeting at Halbachstraße.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Bochum main station take local public transport towards the German Mining Museum. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the square under the mining tower. Please check the current connection with the transport association on the day of travel.

End point

The tour ends in the Stahlhausen settlement at the neighborhood meeting place on Halbachstraße. Walk from there to the nearest stop and take local transport back 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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