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Camera Obscura
Uncover the Magic of Pre-Cinema
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Mülheim an der Ruhr: First Steps10 pts
Mülheim an der Ruhr: Explorer25 pts
Mülheim an der Ruhr: Insider50 pts
Step into the captivating world of moving images before cinema as we know it. Housed in a historic water tower, the largest walk-in Camera Obscura invites you to explore the roots of film history. Be amazed by interactive exhibits and intriguing insights into early image projection techniques. A visit that sparks imagination and brings the past to life.
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Did you know?
Originally built in 1904, the water tower that now houses the Museum of Pre-Film History was once the water tower for the Mülheim-Speldorf train station.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 2006
- Architect
- none
- Height
- 25.5 m
- Former Name
- Wasserturm des Bhf Mülheim-Speldorf
- Opening Hours
- We-Su 10:00-17:00
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Phone
- +49 208 3022605
Audio Guide
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Part of These Trails
Heritage Sites in Mülheim an der RuhrStop 4 of 12
Industrial-Era Mülheim an der RuhrStop 9 of 11
Towers & Views of Mülheim an der RuhrStop 6 of 9
Location
Nearby
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113 m away
Schloss Broich
321 m away
Alte Dreherei
237 m away
MüGa - Mülheimer Landesgartenschau
303 m away
Stadthalle Mülheim an der Ruhr
484 m away
Biogarten
179 m away
Historisches Museum im Schloß Broich
322 m away
Wilhelminenkirche
619 m away