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Vereinigte Maria Anna & Steinbank Schacht 4

Discover Bochum's Mining Legacy

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Vereinigte Maria Anna & Steinbank Shaft 4 in Bochum offers a glimpse into the region's mining heritage. Walk through the site and admire the remnants of industrial architecture, feeling the echoes of the past. It's a journey back in time, bringing to life the pioneering spirit and hard work of the miners.

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The shaft is located in the historically rich mining area of Bochum.

Guided Story

Can you feel the history in the air? Right here, at Shaft 4 of the Vereinigte Maria Anna & Steinbank mine, time seems to stand still. Imagine the clamor of tools and the rumble of coal carts from years ago. Look to your left, and you’ll see part of the old lifting equipment. Over a century ago, miners bustled through these spaces, gearing up for demanding shifts. Behind you, towards Wattenscheid-Höntrop, you can find more traces of the mining era. The legacy of the miners is almost tangible here, their determination and pride echoing through the site.