It is a very big area which is nicely planned in terms of design, style, service to show history. You can simply touch and feel history and how the weather and the time was earlier. You can also have a guide who can explain you about the history and if you have luck to have someone with a good story telling skills then you can really enjoy the whole visit. There is also restaurant and cafe inside alongside with toilet free of charge. The complex and buildings are distributed a wide area so you may face and see different views

Superanlage, riesengroß, kostenfreie Parkplätze, wenn man da ist sollte man unbedingt eine Führung buchen weil nur dann kommt man auch wirklich überall hin. Da die Anlage so groß ist, ist ein Tag definitiv viel zu wenig um alles zu sehen. Was nützlich ist, wenn das Wetter gut ist, da man ansonsten bei den Außenanlagen ein wenig nass wird. Als erstes sollte man sich im Besucherzentrum (lange Rolltreppe) eine Eintrittskarte besorgen.

The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex (German Zeche Zollverein) is a large former industrial site in the city of Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It has been inscribed into the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites since December 14, 2001, and is one of the anchor points of the European Route of Industrial Heritage. The first coal mine on the premises was founded in 1847, and mining activities took place from 1851 until December 23, 1986. For decades, starting in the late 1950s, the two parts of the site, Zollverein Coal Mine and Zollverein Coking Plant (erected 1957−1961, closed on June 30, 1993), ranked among the largest of their kinds in Europe. Shaft 12, built in the New Objectivity style, was opened in 1932 and is considered an architectural and technical masterpiece, earning it a reputation as the "most beautiful coal mine in the world". The Ruhr Museum in the former Coal Washery, located on the UNESCO World Heritages Site Zollverein, is the regional museum of the Ruhr Area. In its permanent exhibition the Ruhr Museum presents, with over 6,000 exhibits, the fascinating history of one of the largest industrial regions of the world, from the formation of coal 300 million years ago to the current structural change towards the Ruhr Metropolis. The Ruhr Museum has extensive collections on the geology, archaeology, industrial and social history as well as photography of the Ruhr Area. In addition to its permanent exhibition, the Ruhr Museum regularly shows special exhibitions and offers a diverse programme with workshops, guided tours, excursions, lectures, movie nights, audio guides and the museum bag for families.

Amazing historical site. Great tour guide (middle-aged woman, backpack, can't remember name). Highly recommend. Some staff members in top museum were a bit rude. Go to the roof top - beautiful 360 view.

It is a wonderful place that has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Although we have a vaccination passport, we could not enter the museum because we did not have a test, but the outdoor and garden tells everything. This is what it means to protect your values. I advise. If you are going during the pandemic period, you cannot see it without a daily test and vaccination passport and mask.

Ich bin wenig anfällig für Bergbaufolklore und sehr froh, dass wir das Kapitel im Ruhrgebiet schon lange hinter uns haben. Was aber großartig ist, ist die Tatsache, dass hier eben nicht alle Spuren beseitigt wurden, sondern großartige Kulturlandschaften von einmaligem Rang geschaffen wurden. Zollverein gehört zu den absoluten Highlights, die man gesehen haben muss und regelmäßig besuchen sollte.

Ohne der Region, den Menschen und ihrer Geschichte und Kultur zu nahe treten zu wollen, sollte man schon reichlich Interesse am Thema Kohleabbau mitbringen, damit sich ein Besuch des Zechengeländes lohnt. Vermutlich sieht es im Sommer bei entsprechendem Wetter oder zu speziellen Veranstaltungen ganz anders aus, aber im Winter kann man sich eine reine Besichtigung des Geländes (also ohne Museumsbesuch oder geführte Besichtigungen) sparen.

Beautiful place to spend some time. If you want to visit the colliery and the museum, you should allow enough time. You need at least two to three hours. Since the outdoor areas are open 24 hours a day, a visit in the evening is also worthwhile to simply stroll around the complex.

It's a serene place to walk around and capture moments, there are walking guided tours and heritage site tours available which are paid. The Ruhr Museum showing Ruhr heritage (8€) and Red Dot Design Museum (10€) are also on compound. Good transport connectivity. Loved the place...

Well maintained, nice tour. Nice place to spend a sunny afternoon. Most of it you can visit for free. Tour is a bit rushed now, because they have to cram 2 hours into 1, but still worth it.

We loved the red dot design museum. Even in time of Covid you could touch everything. With gloves that were handed out of courses (at no extra charge).

(Translated by Google) That's great, you should definitely plan more time. Everything inside was closed due to the corona. But there is also plenty to see in the outdoor areas and spend the day. (Original) Das is klasse.Man sollte unbedingt mehr Zeit einplanen. Coronabedingt war innen alles geschlossen. Aber auch für die Außenanlagen kann man reichlich sehen und den Tag verbringen.

Wonderful experience and great museum layout. In addition, a couple of hand made shops compliment the museum area. You could easily spend many hours in the museum. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Magnificent place to visit, great museum area (Ruhr, Red Dot Design) and an incredible example of industrial archeology.

Quiet and peaceful place to visit to learn about coal industry. Gives a good idea on the scale of coal harvest worldwide.

When you are here in the neighborhood you definitely have ra visit this site! A day full of great buildings and museums

Quite the visit, you can feel how hard it must have been in the past and it's interesting to grasp a part of this historical place. Couldn't visit the mine itself unfortunately

It is a wonderful place that has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Although we have a vaccination passport, we could not enter the museum because we did not have a test, but the outdoor and garden tells everything. This is what it means to protect your values. I advise. If you are going during the pandemic period, you cannot see it without a daily test and vaccination passport and mask.

I love this place and can relate to it to be an UNESCO world heritage. It's absolutely impressive and stunning. As a German I didn't even know what was here to see. Dimensions are huge and the industrial style to me looks surreal. I will definitely come back to see more and make a guided tour. There is a lot of industrial history here.

The museum is just a small part of the experience, make sure to plan up to three hours of time in order to experience the entire campus fully. Many restaurants on site, beer and coffee are easily available. Plenty of places for children to enjoy, as well as adults. Bring a soccer ball if you can!

Ein beeindruckend großes Areal, das man beispielsweise über den Rundweg "Ringpromenade" zu Fuß oder per Fahrrad (ca. 11 km) erkunden kann (Übersichtskarten gibt es an den Infopoints und den Kassen im Ruhrmuseum). Es gibt unzählige Gebäude, deren Funktion allerdings unklar bleibt, da es schlichtweg keine Infotafeln gibt. Geführte Touren wurden bei unserem Besuch (Donnerstag) nur für Teilbereiche (Zeche, Kohlewäsche, Kokerei) angeboten und waren so getaktet, dass man sie nicht nacheinander besuchen kann. Kombinierte Touren, die beispielsweise den Weg der Kohle vom Abbau über die Kokerei bis zum Abtransport zeigen, wären aus unserer Sicht sinnvoller. Vielleicht finden solche Führungen aber an Wochenenden statt. Die von uns besuchte einstündige Tour durch die Zeche war kurzweilig und sehr interessant. Sie hätte aus unserer Sicht länger sein können, da nur ein Bruchteil des Bereichs gezeigt wurde. Alle wichtigen Grundlagen wurden jedoch gut und verständlich vermittelt. Auf Fragen ist unser Guide jederzeit eingegangen. Für Fans der Industriekultur ist dieser Ort definitiv empfehlenswert, allerdings nur in Verbindung mit den angebotenen Führungen, da sonst kaum Wissen vermittelt wird. Am Besten man informiert sich vorab über die Internetseite des Zollvereins (https://www.zollverein.de/) was wann stattfindet.

Sehr kurzweiliger spannender Tag mit der Familie! Man bekommt einen Eindruck vorher der Wohlstand in unserem Land kommt und wie er von hart arbeitenden Menschen geschaffen wurde. Sollte sich jeder einmal anschauen um zu verstehen, was bezahlbare Energie ausmacht und wie der erarbeitet Wohlstand eine Region bzw. ein Land vereint hat um so lange in Europa friedlich zu leben.

I absolutely loved walking around here, an amazing place, the scale of the factory is mind blowing. Chances are if you’re near here you’re heading for the Ruhr museum, if so definitely take the time to visit this site it’s right opposite the museum you won’t be disappointed. Was very quiet when I visited in November but I’m certain it gets busier when the weather is not so cold

Wirklich ein sehr schöner Ort im Ruhrpott. Gut zu erreichen und wirklich eindrucksvoll. Haben auch erst überlegt, das angrenzende Museum zu besuchen, doch dies lag nicht in unserem Interesse. Hier kann auch ein schöner Sonntagsausflug unternommen werden!

Tolles Ausflugsziel. Es gibt einen ca. 4km langen Rundweg von außen des Geländes. Für jedes Alter geeignet. Auch Kinderwagen. Viele Ausstellungen ganzjährig.

The two-hour English tour of the mine was very engaging and informative the entire time. The modern and traditional Industrial architecture is blended perfectly. The main building hosts a large variety of places to see even without the tour including a nice cafe, two museums and the building itself. Well worth the visit of you're interested in old mining and industrialization.

Very nice, original, clean place.

Booked "Über Kohle und Kumpel" to get a good overview of history, process, machinery, and people during the coal mining period. Knowledgeable guide that provide many facets of interesting stories about the complex. Tour was both inside and outside, dressing warm was needed at this time of year. There are a number of stairs to use but very doable for most people. For EUR 9,50 this was an interesting travel in time. Visited the nearby cafe for warm drinks afterwards. Plenty of free parking at the site.

There is a lot of stuff to learn about the city and its history. Give yourself at least 3 hours here.

A great example of discovering beauty outside of the box. The scene is fascinating (good for pictures, inspiration etc.) But the overall experience can be a bit plain... If you are an industrial style lover that would be your paradise.

Was a beautiful site to behold.

The renovations on the site are amazing, it's a good example of how spaces can have a second porpoise after their primary function has over. The buildings are in really good shape and you can have a pretty good idea of how the work was done before, the new gallery and cafes are ok, gut place to visit if you are interested in the industrial history of nrw state.

Joachim is a very good guide. Very interesting. VerY good organization on the terrain. Just want to mention that the online process to book does not exit

A very interesting museum and architecturally an absolute highlight. The exhibitions are beautifully presented and explained, vividly designed and well thought out. History can be experienced here and it is a blessing that this piece has been preserved. Great class!

Zeche Zollverein Essen. Schöner Spot und eine wirklich tolle Industriekultur.

Wirklich interessant und schön .... eine Reise wert

Sehr zu empfehlen für einen Ausflug/ als Sehenswürdigkeit im Ruhrgebiet: man sollte mindestens 2h einplanen. Der Industriepark ist kostenlos begehbar und an der Information bekommt man ebenfalls kostenlos Infobroschüren und Beratung. Im Museum gibt es eine interessante Dauerausstellung und wechselnde Ausstellungen sowie Führungen - jeweils mit Eintrittspreis. Mit den Tickets kann man dann auch auf die Aussichtsplattform auf dem Dach. Man sollte sich vorher wegen der Uhrzeiten der Führungen erkundigen. Auch ohne Führung lässt sich das Areal (Industriepark mit originalen Industrieanlagen und Natur im Einklang gestaltet und teils neu genutzt) aber gut erkunden. Es gibt auch kostenlose Toiletten und alles ist sehr übersichtlich, gepflegt und einladend angelegt. Man kann zu Fuß oder mit dem Rad das riesige Areal erkunden und sich einen Eindruck verschaffen und sehr viel selbst erkunden.

Sehr interessant. Durch den Rundweg und der Karte (bekommt man an der Info) verpasst man absolut gar nichts.

The UNESCO world Heritage Site, the icon of Essen city. A must visit for anyone who want to experience this important site due to its cultural and historical importance.

Awesome museums with many buildings. You can entre the main museum for 8 euro p.p. you must take the A WHOLE day to see the whole museum

(Translated by Google) Impressive... (Original) Beeindruckend...

Sehenswert! Kostenfreie Parkplätze. Essensmöglichkeiten vor Ort.

(Translated by Google) cult (Original) Kult

(Translated by Google) Everything shut off (Original) Alles abgesperrt

(Translated by Google) dreamlike (Original) Traumhaft

Einfach ein "Must" im Ruhrgebiet. Um dem Geheimnis des Ruhrpots etwas näher zu kommen, besonders zwar als Rheinländer aus Basel, aber eben von dort oben - ist dieses Industriedenkmal der perfekte Ort. Hier spürt man bei einer Führung etwas vom Spirit dieses Gebietes, das über Jahrzehnte die Lokomotive der Industriealisierung Europas war und den Grundstein für die neue industrielle Revolution gesetzt hat. Hier kann man verstehen und ergründen, warum unsere Industrie und unser Wohlstand so geworden ist. Aber auch, warum es heute nicht mehr so sondern anders funktioniert. Der Besuch im RedDot-Museum auf dem Gelände der Zeche Zollverein ist sehr interessant. Wer Freude an alltäglichen Produkten, Design und Modernität hat, ist hier richtig.

(Translated by Google) You should have seen it (Original) Muss man gesehen haben

Ich bin persönlich kein Ruhrgebietsfan, doch solche Orte geben der Sache wirklich Charme. Wer auf Industriekultur steht, ein gutes Museum (mit Mammut... glaub ich mich zu erinnern), leckeres Essen und die Verknüpfung von Kultur und Natur zu schätzen weiß ist hier richtig. Zudem gibt es #Soccer-Golf auf dem Gelände verteilt, nicht nur für Kinder ein echter Spaß :)

Ein schöner Ausflugsort, plant mindestens 3 Stunden ein. Für das Museum und eine Tour noch mehr Zeit einplanen. Am besten eine Tour im Vorhinein buchen, dann kommt man in Räume rein, die nicht für jedermann zugänglich sind. Das Café ist gemütlich und es ist für jeden etwas dabei. Das Museum konnten wir aus zeitlichen Gründen leider nicht besichtigen.

Das ist ein sehr beeindruckender Ort. Unbedingt eine Führung mitmachen

Super interessant und faszinierend, wie eine Zeitreise

I loved the Museum

Einfach riesig. Es gibt Entdeckungen ohne Ende

On a pas fait la visite guidée (que en allemand) et le site est complètement inexploité, rien d'expliqué. De plus la majorité des bâtiments qu'on peut y voir sont en mauvais état.

Das Museum, sowie die größten zugänglichen Teile des Geländes sind barrierefrei. Ein Besuch lohnt sich in jedem Fall. Mit der Straßenbahnlinie 107 kommt man leicht in 20 min. vom Essener Hauptbahnhof oder vom Gelsenkirchener Hauptbahnhof dorthin.

(Translated by Google) class (Original) Klasse

(Translated by Google) Very interesting tour. A lot to see. Just a great place (Original) Sehr interessante Führung. Viel zu sehen. Einfach ein toller Ort.⁸

Ohne Zweifel ein lohnenswertes Ausflugsziel. Vieles aus dem Kohlebergbau und der Geschichte der Zeche und Kokerei wird hier anschaulich erzählt und erlebt. Grosses Parkplatzangebot und wenn geöffnet (Corona bedingt) eine hervorragende Gastronomie.

(Translated by Google) Lots of information, worth a go. (Original) Πολλες πληροφοριες, αξιζει να πατε.

War nicht da war aber bestimmt cool

(Translated by Google) great (Original) Super

(Translated by Google) The family management is really great. The staff at the information stations were very nice and helpful. Unfortunately not much for smaller children (children's playground would be nice). (Original) Die mitmacht Familieführung echt super. Die Mitarbeiter der infostationen sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Leider wenig für kleinere Kinder (Kinderspielplatz wäre schön).

Wir haben heute die Führung "Köhlewäsche mit Ausblick" besucht und es war grandios und sehr informationsreich. Wir werden auf jeden Fall öfter kommen und die anderen Führungen und Ausstellung besuchen! ??‍♂️

(Translated by Google) Nice setting and good restaurants. (Original) Schöne Kulisse und gute Restaurants.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting and worth seeing (Original) Sehr interessant und sehenswert

(Translated by Google) A place that gives many opportunities to spend time. You can take a walk and admire the splendid industrial architecture, sit down and drink a beer and eat something. You can also jog around the huge complex. It is worth visiting the Red Dot Design museum. It is a good idea to walk around the complex with a guide. (Original) Miejsce dające wiele możliwości na spędzanie czasu. Można pospacerować i podziwiać kapitalną architekturę przemysłową, usiąść i napić się piwa oraz coś zjeść. Można też pobiegać po olbrzymim kompleksie. Warto zajrzeć do muzeum Red Dot Design. Dobrym pomysłem jest obejście kompleksu z przewodnikiem.

(Translated by Google) Was a nice evening ? (Original) War ein schöner Abend ?

(Translated by Google) Anyone who has a weakness for history-technology-culture is here at the center of the world. Great industrial history, current art and culture meet here. Here the soul becomes thoughtful and realizes that a large part of our prosperity comes from here. well done (Original) Wer ein Faible für Geschichte-Technik-Kultur hat ist hier am Nabel der Welt. Super aufgearbeitete Industriegeschichte, aktuelle Kunst und Kultur treffen sich hier. Hier wird die Seele nachdenklich und merkt daß hier ein großer Teil unseres Wohlstands herkommt. Klasse gemacht

Schönes Gelände mit 100% Kultfaktor

(Translated by Google) Always worth a visit (Original) Immer einen Besuch wert

Top gepflegte Anlage uns super liebe Mitarbeiter. Am Maustag gab es alles was ein kinderherz begehrt.

(Translated by Google) It was nice here (Original) Es war schön hier

Sehr interessant, sehr schön renaturiert, tolle Radwege.

(Translated by Google) We liked the tours Kumpel and coal and coking plant very much, were very informative and entertaining. Otherwise, the area unfortunately looks very closed and orientation is not so easy without a plan ... (Original) Die Führungen Kumpel und Kohle und Kokerei haben uns sehr gut gefallen, waren sehr informativ und kurzweilig. Ansonsten wirkt das Gelände leider sehr verschlossen und die Orientierung ist nicht so einfach ohne Plan...

Overlooked by most British people I suspect, but it is really worth a trip out there (by tram) a huge world heritage industrial site, with fantastic museum and knowledgeable friendly staff. The blending of the museum artefacts with the old machinery is particularly well done!

(Translated by Google) Very impressive scenery (Original) Sehr eindrucksvolle Kulisse

(Translated by Google) Nice excursion site (Original) Schöner Ausflugsort

Sehenswert, vor allem weil es immer Mal wieder neue Themen gibt.

Abgesehen von Merkels besuch da jedes Jahr und die Polizei ziemlich gut

Hier gibt es Ruhrkultur Pur

(Translated by Google) With every visit you can discover something new. (Original) Bei jedem Besuch kann man etwas neues entdecken.

Enorm gebied met veel oude industrie, je kan mooi lopen tussen de vele buizen, installaties en torens.

Immer ein Besuch wert, vielleicht mit wechselnden Führungen

(Translated by Google) exciting (Original) Spannend

Zum Welterbe gibt es nichts zu berichten, was nicht schön bekannt wäre. Dafür ist der Gastrobereich nicht würdig. Der eine Bereich macht trotz super Wetter erst viel zu spät auf und der andere Bereich hat den Scharm einer drittklassigen Pommesbude. Die Toiletten sind zu weit weg. Kundenfreundlich sieht anders aus.

Einfach ein Muss, für jeden der an der Geschichte des Ruhrgebiets interessiert ist!

Wie gesagt. UNESCO-welterbe.das sagt alles

Amazing historic location. Worth visiting and exploring it.

Such a pleasure to visit this industrial monument, hopefully the pandemic will end soon in order to visit this place again!

One of the best place ever visited.

Nice Old Coal Mine UNESCO Heritage.. and the Ruhr Museum architecture is also good... Good place for historical lovers

Beautiful, amazing place. Good for resting, exploring, just chilling, everything. It has some special vibe. Worth visiting. Definitely.

Industrially reflective. A bygone era of functionality preserved for historians and photographers.

An incredible facility that preserves the industrial history of the Ruhr Valley. This was once one of the largest coal mines in the world, and you can feel the pulse of history in every part of this immense location. Whether you are interested in the history of the industrial revolution, the mining industry, or Bauhaus architecture, there is something to open your eyes and help you travel through time in this landmark UNESCO World Heritage site.

Tolle Bauhaus Architektur! Wegen Corona aber momentan alle Innenbereiche geschlossen.

selbst zu Coronazeiten ein toller Spaziergang

(Translated by Google) Definitely worth a visit. (Original) Auf jeden Fall ein Besuch wert.

(Translated by Google) A breathtaking place if you imagine what was going on here (Original) Ein Atemberaubender Ort, wenn man sich vorstellt, was hier mal los war

(Translated by Google) Pure mining history. Good luck for. (Original) Bergbau Geschichte pur. Glück auf.

(Translated by Google) Always worth a walk and usually you can also find a few painted stones and be happy. (Original) Immer wieder einen Spaziergang wert und meist kann man auch ein paar bemalte Steine finden und sich freuen.

(Translated by Google) A very nice place to go for a walk However, there is nothing else there Anyone expecting something exciting is in the wrong place here (Original) Ein sehr schöner Ort zum spazieren gehen Allerdings gibt es dort nix anderes Wer etwas spannendes erwartet ist hier am falschen Ort

(Translated by Google) I hope to visit it (Original) اتمنى ازوره

(Translated by Google) An indispensable backdrop for beautiful photos. Absolutely beautiful there. (Original) Für schöne Fotos eine unverzichtbare Kulisse. Absolut mega schön dort.

(Translated by Google) Here you can relax and enjoy the peace and quiet and when the lochdown is over you can also have a good cup of coffee and cake (Original) Hier kann man entspannen und die Ruhe genießen und wenn der lochdown zu Ende ist auch gut Kaffee und Kuchen zu sich nehmen

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Sehr schön

(Translated by Google) Very nice terrain. Very good for a long walk. You can see that a lot is being done there to preserve the mining culture. (Original) Sehr schönes Gelände. Sehr gut für einen ausgedehnten Spaziergang. Man sieht, das dort viel für die Erhaltung der Bergbaukultur getan wird.

(Translated by Google) A very beautiful cultural monument with a huge area with a lot to discover. Even if the museum was closed thanks to Corona. I'll be back... (Original) Sehr schönes Kulturdenkmal mit riesigem Gelände, auf dem es viel zu entdecken gibt. Auch wenn dank Corona das Museum geschlossen war. Ich komme wieder...

(Translated by Google) World Heritage! You don't have to say more about it, even the company where I work is located here. (Original) Weltkulturerbe! Mehr muss man dazu nicht sagen.Sogar die Firma wo ich arbeite befindet sich hier.

(Translated by Google) A piece of German history (Original) Ein Stück deutscher Geschichte

(Translated by Google) Always nice for a walk. But there is a lack of children's entertainment in the form of playgrounds. (Original) Zum spazieren immer wieder schön. Aber es fehlt Kinderunterhaltung in Form von Spielplätzen.

(Translated by Google) My mine (Original) Meine Zeche

(Translated by Google) I think it's good that something like this is still kept as a memory. (Original) Ich finde es gut das so etwas noch als Erinnerung erhalten wird.

(Translated by Google) Large area of ​​the Zeche Zollverein with interesting buildings, which can be used for walks. (Original) Großes Gelände der Zeche Zollverein mit interessanten Bauwerken, welches gut für Spaziergänge genutzt werden kann.

(Translated by Google) Should be seen (Original) Sollte man gesehen haben

(Translated by Google) This was the third time at Zeche Zollverein in Essen. I have to say I'm just as thrilled as when I first visited. The colliery and coking plant are absolutely worth seeing and a great destination for young and old. I will definitely come to visit Zollverein a fourth or fifth time. Since I like to take photos, I get my money's worth here. The museum is very informative and worth a visit at any time. (Except for Corona). In any case, we Ruhrpotters can be a little proud of our collieries and Zollverein. (Original) War jetzt das dritte mal auf Zeche Zollverein in Essen. Muss sagen ich bin noch genauso begeistert wie beim ersten Besuch. Zeche und Kokerei absolut sehenswert und ein schönes Ausflugsziel für jung und alt. Werde Zollverein bestimmt auch noch ein viertes oder fünftes mal besuchen kommen. Da ich gerne Fotografiere komme ich hier voll auf meine Kosten. Das Museum ist sehr informativ und auch jederzeit ein Besuch wert. ( Corona mal ausgenommen). Auf jeden Fall können wir Ruhrpottler auf unsere Zechen und auf Zollverein schon ein bisschen Stolz sein.

(Translated by Google) There is nothing special to consider because of Corona (Original) Es ist nichts besonderes zu beachten wegen Corona

(Translated by Google) Super great place. A lot to see. Maybe not necessarily on the weekend when the weather is nice during Corona times, because it is very, very crowded there (Original) Super toller Ort. Viel zu sehen. Vielleicht nicht unbedingt am Wochende bei schönem Wetter während Corona Zeiten, da es dann dort doch sehr, sehr voll ist

(Translated by Google) Our customs union. Always worth a trip .. Huge terrain to get some fresh air and to avoid each other during Corona. In summer, meadows, the café and the bathing container invite you to linger. There is art and culture. A great memorial to times past in Essen. (Original) Unser Zollverein. Immer einen Ausflug wert.. Riesiges Gelände um an die frische Luft zu kommen und sich auch während Corona aus dem Weg zu gehen. Im Sommer laden Wiesen , das Café und der Badecontainer zum verweilen ein. Es gibt Kunst und Kultur. Ein tolles Denkmal an vergangene Zeiten in Essen.

(Translated by Google) Very varied (Original) Sehr abwechslungsreich

(Translated by Google) You should always have a mask with you - at the moment it can only be admired from the outside, but it was a couple of hours. Come back. (Original) Eine Maske sollte man immer dabei haben.Zurzeit nur von aussen zu bewundern, doch es waren ein Paar Stunden. Komme wieder.

(Translated by Google) I would recommend it but visit (Original) انصح بل زياره

(Translated by Google) Much better than 10 years ago (Original) Viel besser als vor 10 Jahren

Great place

(Translated by Google) It was great (Original) Super war es

(Translated by Google) Anyone visiting the Ruhr area should definitely have a look at this colliery, there is always something on offer for young and old. There is so much to discover, you should plan a few hours for a visit. (Original) Wer das Ruhrgebiet besucht sollte sich auf jeden Fall diese Zeche anschauen, es wird für Groß und Klein Immer etwas geboten. Es gibt unglaublich viel zu entdecken, für einen Besuch sollte man schon ein paar Stunden einplanen.

(Translated by Google) Interesting location for photographers. But children also get their money's worth with a wide range of play options. (Original) Interessante Location für Fotografen. Kinder kommen aber auch auf ihre Kosten durch vielfältige Angebote an Spielmöglichkeiten.

Large area with old coalmine and coking plant. Usually interesting museum, currently closed due COVID-19.

(Translated by Google) Here something absolutely harmless for the whole family with enough distance (Original) Hier was für die ganze Familie mit genug Abstand absolut unbedenklich

(Translated by Google) Always worth a visit Beautiful in the flair of the old colliery times (Original) Immer wieder ein Besuch wert Wunderschön im Flair der Alten Zechen Zeiten

(Translated by Google) Always an interesting place, culturally and architecturally. The culture and development of the Ruhr area is appropriately reproduced here. A visit to the museum and a walk around the area are always a special experience. (Original) Ein immer interessanter Ort, in kultureller und architektonischer Hinsicht. Hier wird die Kultur und Entstehung des Ruhrgebiets passend wiedergegeben. Ein Besuch im Museum und ein Spaziergang über das Areal sind immer ein besonderes Erlebnis.

(Translated by Google) A NICE pot 👍👍 (Original) Ein SCHÖNER Pott 👍👍

(Translated by Google) My cell phone has been lost Samsung Note 8 black with extreme damage. If you find it, please report and pay a finder's fee (Original) Mein Handy ist verloren gegangen Samsung Note 8 schwarz mit extrem Schaden der es findet bitte melden zahle auch finderlohn

A very impressive site worth visiting.

Not very well lit at night. Lots of construction and closures. Great history and plenty of industrial structures.

A very Iconic place in Essen one should not miss this place if visiting Essen. The place is very vast lots of things to see around and there is no entry fee. There are few museums located within the premises which are accessible after buying the ticket though the place itself gives some idea about the history. There is a very huge escalator leading to Ruhr museum which again is unique within itself. The nearest public transportation is via Tram station zollverein which is close to the entrance to this building.

it is great... really big, has some turistic guided routes but you need to pay around 10euro ... is fine

Very fun experience- part UNESCO world heritage, (small) part lost place. If you’re there please book a tour including a trip to the terrace offering a panoramic view and think about renting a bike at “Revierrad” on the premises to see all the cool places. You can learn lots about the coal industry, the Ruhr-area and much more or visit the Red Dot Design museum to catch an exhibition. There are lots of dining and snacking options as well. One caveat concerns smaller children: only one tiny playground is to be found - so look beforehand if you want to make a stop at the beautiful Kinderburg playground close-by.

Extremly interesting, big, old, fascinating...

Very interesting site. Lovely museums. Takes a whole day.

Amazing place when you can see all the Carbon industry of the past and feel the intense of RHUR area

Informative and well designed museum about the Ruhr area. The museum includes a great viewpoint of the surrounding area and a socio-historic overview of the area. Only reason why it isn't 5 stars is because it felt a bit propagandistic as the environmental impact of the mining industry was barely mentioned. Regardless it is still worth a visit.

A great place to visit. I went for over 4hrs, the English speaking tour was good, although it could have been longer. It cost 10euro but was a great way to see more of the mining process. So nice to walk around and explore, i will definetely come back. The red dot designer mueum was also excellent, i would reccomend.

The Ruhr museum is very nice and informative..the views from the top of the building are impressive. Would suggest visiting when it's not misty ;)

Interesting place for me, where i was able to perform a good photoshoot. I didn't really look at the different other places (restaurants/bar or so), only outdoor. I really like the old industrial athmosphere. There's no problem to access or to park, with much more places than needed.

We had a great family day out. We started by visiting the Ruhr Museum, which was visually stunning. We loved the staircases and the feel of this former Kohlewäscherei. After a chilled picnic we had a lovely walk to the Kokerei. The children had a great time too. The only thing we would give a miss next time is the Sculpture Forest - google it if you're unsure what it is.

Nice museum. Good displays of varies excibits

Rich rich history. Very organised you can be your own guide because they have translations in English. Enjoyed my visit. A must visit for tourists

Definitely the most uninteresting, uninviting, and least worthwhile of any UNESCO site I have ever seen. The museum is not even about the coal industry, but about history of the Ruhr Valley. The tour is only given in German once per hour. It is, however, the number one tourist attraction in Essen, which tells you a lot about Essen.

Wonderful heritage site. Our favorite was the Red Dot Museum where you can explore and see beautiful designed appliances. The Casino is a nice place to get a drink.

Discover industrial history in a place that stands for superlatives like no other: Get to know what was once the largest and most powerful hard coal mine in the world and the largest central coking plant in Europe.

Beautiful park. Stroll our bike around and see the historic buildings and relics from when the mine was in operation. The top floor of the museum is interesting, and great view of the surrounding area from the roof. The lower floors are a little odd. They get into early man, religion and have a mastadon statue…didn’t fit with the idea of learning about the Industrial Revolution of the area.

MAGNIFICENT!! Absolutely loved being there and experiencing the coal mine industry. You can be there for hours and keep discovering cool stuff. There are museums and a café and other sections which are converted into research centers and so on. It is very peaceful and very big. It is no wonder a UNESCO heritage centre, it absolutely deserves it. Highly recommend going and checking it out. Don't forget to take a map at the information center or a pic of it at the entrance.

It is a wonderful place that has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Although we have a vaccination passport, we could not enter the museum because we did not have a test, but the outdoor and garden tells everything. This is what it means to protect your values. I advise. If you are going during the pandemic period, you cannot see it without a daily test and vaccination passport and mask. It is a mine that produces coke. Production finished and turned into a museum. It is a huge and truly impressive place. There is a beautiful view from the terrace. While walking around the museum, you feel the production time. There is a 360 degree movie show every half hour. A must watch. It is known that many Turkish workers work here. Must see.

Wonderful place to visit. Unfortunately, they don't have English guides on weekdays, but only on weekends. But we were able to walk around freely through the entire campus. The old coal mine, factory, and machinery looked majestic. A very beautiful place indeed. If you are around Essen, I would recommend this place to visit. And a beautiful location for your photoshoot as well.

Good place to visit. Could spend hours inside the museum and outside places. The plus point was when I visited the place, there was music and food fest organized by Essen Stadt. Beautiful place with massive architecture of metal. I would recommend to visit it once. Follow for more interesting suggestions and insights.

Once a huge coal mine now a beautiful industrial monument in the middle of a park with museums, restaurants, playgrounds, walking and biking lanes. No entry costs except for the museums. You can easily spend the whole day.

The tickets fares are rather confusing. We went on a day where the Red dot Museum was closed. So we only visited the Rhur Museum. I recommend the fare that includes the permanent, the special, and the temporary exhibition. As you have to walk and travel up and down the many floors inside the museum on both sides. There is a rooftop for taking pictures of the monument. But only stairs. Each floor they check if you have the correct ticket so I recommend you take the all-included one as you walk a lot up and down the stairs. Permanent exhibition is about history of the industrial complex and collections. The temporary exhibition is currently about football.

A great place to visit. We had a guide who told us about its history in a very interesting way. It's worth listening to and seeing. The very long escalators were amazing.

I would recommend getting a guide. Also visit the Red Dot museum and you may skip the Ruhr museum.

An interesting Place to visit which grants you a look into the past. There is a lot to see, and tours to be taken. Whether you are young or old, want to walk a lot or not, there is something for everyone. A lot to look at, a lot to explore. You can walk around the premises and take a look at the different sites or take the bus. There is a variety of restaurants and cafes all over the area if you get hungry or thirsty in the meantime. There is plenty of parking so that you should easily find a spot whenever you come. Alternatively the site is easily to reach by public transport. Overall if you are interested in the industrial times you should definitely give this place a visit when you are around.