
ehem. Zeche Wohlverwahrt
Where industrial heritage embraces modern culture
Did you know?
The Wohlverwahrt coal mine, once bustling with activity, now stands as a silent testament to the industrial history in Horst an der Ruhr.
Guided Story
Imagine the clattering of mining carts and the pounding of jackhammers echoing around you. That's the soundscape here during the heyday of the Wohlverwahrt coal mine. Picture the miners emerging from the shafts, their faces smudged with coal dust after a hard day's work. These sturdy walls around you speak of the grit required to wrestle the earth's treasures. Turn your gaze east and you'll spot the Horster Mühle hydroelectric plant. It’s a reminder of how both water and coal powered this region. Transforming this site into a place of remembrance allows us to feel the history etched into its very stones. Here, you can appreciate the change and honor the past in one inspiring moment.







