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Podcast Tour Dortmund: The Paradox of Coal and Bloom

New3 h 4 minFree cancellationBy Red Thread
Podcast Tour Dortmund: The Paradox of Coal and Bloom

About this activity

Forget everything you think you know about the industrial Ruhr area. Accompany Tom and Elena on a Red Thread tour that shatters the cliché of the 'grey city' and shows how Dortmund has transformed its scarred, coal-mining-marked earth into one of Europe's most spectacular botanical oases. From a landfill reborn as a vast park to a bombed-out castle swallowed by nature – discover the breathtaking paradox of how industrial destruction unintentionally created ecological havens.

7.5 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 184 min.

Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure & innovation 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

Meeting and pickup

  • From Dortmund main station with local public transport towards Westfalenpark Ruhrallee entrance. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Westfalenpark entrance Ruhrallee, Dortmund, Germany.

Good to know

  • 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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