Discover a hidden gem with us: Follow the traces of industrial history on the Skywalk. This tour tells the fascinating storey of a former steel mill. Immerse yourself in the past and experience how Dortmund's landscape has changed. This tour offers you insights and stories about the city, the region, and its impressive structural change. A perfect opportunity to learn more about mining, the steel industry, and the transformation of an entire region. Book your ticket now for a journey through time and history.
Where are we going?
Join us on an exciting journey through Dortmund's industrial past. Our tour starts in Phoenixplatz and takes you along the former blast furnace gas pipeline to the Skywalk with its breathtaking views.
Continue to the vestiges of a time when work and life were inextricably linked. The Hympendahl slag heap, the Felicitas housing estate, and the former farming community provide insights into the daily lives of the people who formed the heart of German industry. You will learn about the Schalthaus 101, the Gebläsehalle 1 and other stops that show Dortmund's transformation.
Our guide will introduce you to the working world of that time, show you hidden treasures, and tell you about the city's development. See how Dortmund has changed from an industrial centre to a place of innovation and culture.