gelsenkirchen

Red Dot Design Museum

The Red Dot Design Museum is situated in Essen, Germany, within the UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex. Designed by renowned architect Norman Foster, the museum transforms an industrial heritage building into a te

Alfred Zingler

This memorial site honors Alfred Zingler, a figure deeply rooted in Gelsenkirchen's local history. The modest plaque and surrounding greenery create a contemplative space for reflection on the lives that shaped the community. It serves as a

Alte Kirche Kray

The Alte Kirche Kray stands as a serene testament to Gelsenkirchen's medieval roots, with its origins tracing back to the 12th century. This Romanesque-style church features a sturdy, unadorned stone exterior that belies a peaceful and cont

Annemarie Zorek

Annemarie Zorek is a memorial in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, that commemorates an individual whose life was part of the city's historical fabric. Marked by a Stolperstein, it serves as a quiet reminder of the personal stories that are often ove

Anubispavian

The Anubispavian exhibit at Gelsenkirchen's zoo offers a fascinating look at the social dynamics of these intelligent primates. Named for their dog-like snouts, these baboons are known for their complex hierarchies and expressive behaviors.

Begegnungszentrum Schacht Bismarck

Housed in a historic industrial building that once served as the winding tower and pithead baths of the Graf Bismarck coal mine, this community meeting center breathes new life into Gelsenkirchen's mining heritage. The red-brick structure,

Bernhard Kreulich

This Stolperstein in Wattenscheid commemorates Bernhard Kreulich, a victim of the Nazi regime. The brass plaque, set into the cobblestone, serves as a permanent reminder of the individual lives affected by historical atrocities. It invites

Bismarck Tower Essen

Rising majestically above the Kray district, the Bismarck Tower Essen stands as a stoic sentinel of the Wilhelmine era, its black stone facade contrasting sharply with the lush greenery of the Nettelnbusch park. Built in 1900 to honor the I

Bismarckturm Essen

The Bismarckturm in Essen is a towering monument dedicated to Otto von Bismarck, built in the early 20th century as a symbol of German national pride. Its robust stone construction and commanding presence on a hilltop offer panoramic views

Braunbärgehege

The Braunbärgehege, or brown bear enclosure, is a spacious and naturalistic habitat that allows these powerful omnivores to roam and forage. The exhibit features a mix of forested areas, rocky outcrops, and a large pool, encouraging the bea

Bronze Sculpture "Pigeon Father" (1950) by Hubert Nietsch

This charming bronze sculpture, created in 1950 by local artist Hubert Nietsch, depicts a man tenderly feeding pigeons, capturing a slice of everyday post-war life in Wattenscheid. The figure stands with a gentle, weathered patina, its deta

Bronzeskulptur "Taubenvater" (1950) von Hubert Nietsch

The bronze sculpture 'Taubenvater' (Pigeon Father) by Hubert Nietsch, created in 1950, is a charming public artwork in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. The sculpture depicts a man tenderly feeding pigeons, capturing a moment of everyday life with wa

Carl Posner

Carl Posner is a memorial in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, that preserves the memory of an individual whose life was intertwined with the city's history. Typically marked by a Stolperstein, it serves as a poignant reminder of the past. This site

Carl von Wedelstaedt

A Stolperstein for Carl von Wedelstaedt lies in Gelsenkirchen, a small, gleaming marker of a life that ended too soon. The brass plaque is polished by time and touch, a physical connection to the past. It is part of a city-wide network of m

Dortmannhof

Dortmannhof is a well-preserved historic farm that offers a window into Gelsenkirchen's rural past before industrialization. Its traditional half-timbered construction and tranquil setting stand in stark contrast to the city's industrial la

Eisbärengehege

The Eisbärengehege, or polar bear enclosure, is a majestic habitat designed to showcase the power and beauty of these Arctic giants. The exhibit features a large, chilled pool and rocky terrain that allows the bears to exhibit natural behav

Ella Posner geb. Stressmann

This Stolperstein memorializes Ella Posner (née Stressmann), a Holocaust victim from Gelsenkirchen. The brass plaque, set into the pavement, bears her name and the details of her persecution. It is an integral part of the Stolpersteine proj

Erich Lange

Erich Lange is a memorial in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, that honors the memory of an individual whose life was part of the city's historical narrative. Typically marked by a Stolperstein, it serves as a poignant reminder of the personal storie

Erna Gradewitz Stolperstein

Amidst the quiet rhythm of Wanner Straße, a brass cobblestone lies embedded in the pavement, marking the final residence of Erna Gradewitz. This poignant memorial, part of Gunter Demnig's global 'Stolpersteine' project, serves as a tactile

Erna Gradewitz geb. Schöneberg

This Stolperstein in Wattenscheid remembers Erna Gradewitz, née Schöneberg, a victim of Nazi persecution. The small brass plaque, set flush with the pavement, marks her last known address before deportation. It serves as a deeply personal m

Europäischer Luchs

Step into the Europäischer Luchs enclosure in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, and be mesmerized by the majestic Eurasian lynx. As you walk through the zoo, the sounds of the city fade away, replaced by the rustling of leaves and the soft padding of

Evangelische Kirche Katernberg

The Evangelical Church in Katernberg is a stately Protestant church built in the late 19th century to serve the growing mining community. Its simple yet elegant design features a tall bell tower and a spacious nave filled with natural light

Fanny Herz

This Stolperstein is dedicated to Fanny Herz, a victim of the Nazi persecution. Located on a quiet street in Gelsenkirchen, the brass plaque marks the last place she lived freely before her deportation. It stands as a silent witness to the

Fleuthebrücke

The Fleuthebrücke is a historic bridge that once served as a vital link for industrial transport in Gelsenkirchen. Its sturdy iron construction and riveted details are characteristic of 19th-century German engineering. Now a pedestrian cros

Flöz Dickebank

Former Mining School

Former Site of Zeche Holland Shaft 3/4/6

Förderturm d. ehem. Zeche Bonifacius

Gedenkstein - Fährunglück

Gedenkstein in der Kampfbahn Glückauf

Giraffe Enclosure

Günter Schöneberg

Hegemannshof Colony

Heimatmuseum Unser Fritz

Heinrich Hirschhorn

Heinrich König

Hermann Hirschhorn

Hinterwald Cattle, Dwarf Donkey and Shetland Pony

Johanna Gruner

Jugendhalle Schonnebeck

Kamchatka Brown Bear

Kinder- und Familienzentrum BLAUER ELEFANT Zollverein

Kletteranlage Nordsternpark

Kolonie Zollverein III (Schlägel & Eisen)

Kurt Rosengarten

Käthe Hirschhorn

LWL Industrial Museum Zeche Hannover

Lemureninsel

Lindenstein

Liselotte Margot Elikan

Llama Enclosure

Lore (Hunt)

Lotte Posner

Louis-Eugen Gruner

Löwengehege

Malakow Tower of Zeche Unser Fritz Shaft 1

Margarethe Zingler

Margit Zorek

Maria Kreulich

Marienhaus

Martha Hirschhorn geb. Karpf

Maschinenhaus Schacht 10

Mining Tunnel

Open-Air Museum

Paul Gruner

Pig-tailed Macaque

Polar Bear

Pumpwerk im Nordsternpark

Realm of the Orangutans

Rentiergehege

Rhenish Railway

Ruth Hirschhorn

SANAA-Gebäude

Sachsenwaldeiche

Savanne

Schacht Oberschuir

Schalthaus

Schloß Grimberg

Seelöwenrevier

Selma Schöneberg geb. Rosenthal

Sitatunga Antelope

Spotted Hyena

St. Barbara (Kray)

St. Joseph (Katernberg)

Stollen

Studio in the Signal Box

Toni Meyer geb.Schönenberg

Walter Gruner

Waschbärengehege

Werner de Vries

White Rhinoceros

Wilhelm Lorbach

Zeche Zollverein Schacht 1/2/8

Ziegenmichelhof

Zollvereinschule

ehem. Bergschule

ehem. Zeche Bonifacius

2 Bergleute

Center of the Ruhr Area

Center of the Ruhr Region