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Zeche Egbert
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Zeche Egbert

The Ruhr Valley's last small mine – a living history

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At the Egbert Mine in Witten, you can feel the authentic atmosphere of the Ruhr Valley's industrial past. As the last operational small mine in the region, it preserves the memories of the coal mining era. Part of the Route of Industrial Heritage, it stands as a striking monument to early industrialization in North Rhine-Westphalia. Visiting here is like stepping back in time, bringing the significance of mining history to life.
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Opened in 1962, Zeche Egbert was the last small coal mine in the Ruhr area and is now a protected heritage site.

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Founded
1962
Heritage Status
Architectural Heritage Monument

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