Podcast Tour Hagen The Utopian Forge

Rhine River, Germany
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Duration3h 19m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the soot-blackened streets of the Hagens of the early 20th century, where a radical experiment changed the world of design forever. Accompany Clara, a down-to-earth design enthusiast, and Jonas, a passionate architectural historian, on their journey of discovery to the 'Hagen Impulse' – a visionary movement led by Karl Ernst Osthaus that brought utopian aesthetics to a raw industrial metropolis. Discover how this unlikely city produced the total work of art and laid the actual foundation for the Bauhaus.

7.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 199 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in art, design & aesthetics and history & memory
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 industrial gate with Johan Thorn Prikker's monumental stained glass window, which symbolizes the Hagener Impulse.
  2. Osthaus Museum Hagen
    10m
    Originally the Folkwang Museum, with an interior designed by Henry van de Velde, which marks the institutional birth of the movement.
  3. Eduard-Muller-Krematorium
    10m
    This strict, geometric crematorium designed by Peter Behrens reflects the progressive, secular mindset of Osthaus' circle.
  4. Hohenhof
    10m
    Henry van de Velde's masterpiece, designed as a 'total work of art' for Karl Ernst Osthaus.
  5. 10m
    Designed by Lauweriks for the artist Johan Thorn Prikker, it illustrates the concept of the utopian artist colony.
  6. 10m
    A row of houses by Lauwerik that demonstrates the transition to systematic, modern housing construction.
  7. Cuno Siedlung
    10m
    Designed by Peter Behrens for Mayor Willi Cuno, it underscores the political backing of the Hagen initiative.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Hagen main station with local public transport towards Hagen main station (Stained glass window). From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Hagen main station (stained glass windows), Hagen, Germany.

End point

Walk from Haus Cuno to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Hagen main station. The starting point is Haus Cuno, Hagen, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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