Our Heritage

Industrial culture in the Ruhr Region

Rusting giants and brick beauties: The industrial culture in the Ruhr still characterizes the face of the region today. But it hasn't been grey and dusty for a long time.... Now DJs and popular bands heat up the crowds where the furnaces use to burn. And the scents of regional and international delicacies waft where the smokestacks used to fume. Historical machine halls house modern design.

Does that go together? Along the Industrial Culture Route you can see just how well it does...

Looking for clues in the district

Take a 400 km long trip into the history of the Ruhr Region. Like pearls on a string, the most beautiful witnesses of the mining industry are lined up along the Industrial Culture Route: Mines and lodges. Mining and industrial museums.  Lookout points and settlements from different eras. The Petul houses An der Zeche, Ernestine, Residenz and Am Ruhrbogen are located just a few hundred meters from this marked trail – the perfect starting place of your excursion into history!

Insider tip: There's also a special path for bikers. We will be happy to organize a rental bike for you.