Lebendige Bergbaugeschichte an der Allee des Wandels
Schlägel & Eisen colliery: More than just a historic mine - a lively hotspot for adventurers and mould-breakers of the expeditionary milieu. Founded in 1873, coal mining ended here in 1989. What remains is the oldest preserved Promnitz-type longwall framework in Germany - a must-see for fans of rare industrial architecture.
Urban art and cultural events keep boredom at bay here and make the colliery a place that literally embodies the motto "Borders are there to be crossed". Ideal for creative minds who are looking for something off the beaten track and for anyone who wants to feel the urban pulse of the Ruhr region. The new neighbourhood park invites you to chill out, take a stroll or enjoy a spontaneous picnic and is strategically located on the Allee des Wandels. Perfect for cool Instagram posts or a relaxed cycle tour through industrial history and accessible landscape art. The local community is happy to show you what it means to be a real "Ruhrie", and chatting with locals provides indispensable insider information about the vibrant heart of the Ruhr region.
Surrounded by an authentic atmosphere, the Schlägel & Eisen colliery provides intense insights and unforgettable moments in the heart of Ruhr region culture.
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