In 1847, the coal and steel industry in the German Ruhr area reached cruising speed as industrialist Franz Haniel erected a coal mine in Essen.
Dive into the heart of Germany's industrial past with a captivating exploration of the Ruhr area's relics. From the towering furnaces of Dortmund to Duisburg's Landschaftspark and Essen's historical complexes, explore a bygone era of industrial might. Discover which industrial heritage sites are Unesco World Heritage.
In 1847, the coal and steel industry in the German Ruhr area reached cruising speed as industrialist Franz Haniel erected a coal mine in Essen.
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