Bochum: Guided Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
ID: GYG455574-816543
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Bochum, located in the Ruhr Valley, is one of the most densely cultural landscapes in Europe, and a controversial city that successfully combines a cultural atmosphere with its industrial area.
The modern Ruhr University, located in Bochum, was the first to be founded after WWII. See the Paulus Church, the oldest protestant church in the city. Dated from 1655, it was almost totally bombarded in WWII but rebuilt in the ’50s. Learn the story of the last herdsman of Bochum, at the Kuhhirte Herdsman Memorial. Discover the Propsteikirche St Peter and St Paulus, or Provost Church, Designed in a late Gothic style, the church was founded in 785 by Charlemagne. Get a glimpse of the past at the Altes Brauhaus Rietkötter, considered one of the oldest houses in Bochum. It was built in 1630 and turned into a brewery in 1777. Learn why the 19th-century Christ Church today stands as a memorial against war. Get acquainted with the story of Fritz Husemann, a member of the Reichstag known for being a member of a non-violent resistance group, at the Husemannplatz and Kortum Fountain. These are only a few reasons to visit this bustling town, which is full of history and cultural activities. Discover them all in this intense walking tour because regardless of season, Bochum is a great destination and should not be missed!
Highlights
- Discover a city with a rich industrial heritage
- Be transported from a small town of 4500 inhabitants to over 300.000
- Discover the legacy of coal mining and steel industries that shaped the city
- Admire the iconic architecture of Karl Roth
- Witness impressive Construction boom in the 1920s and rebuilding efforts
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet Guide in front of the Bochum City Hall, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 44777 Bochum, Germany
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
