Self-guided Podcast Tour Solingen: Steel, Stone, and Electricity
Rhine River, Germanyby Red Thread
- 1.8 hours
- Free cancellation
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- Up to 99 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Overview
Discover the hidden machinery behind the world-famous brand 'Made in Solingen'. This is not a factory, but a journey through a decentralized industrial landscape that turned an entire city into a workshop. From the slate-clad villas of the merchant elite to the damp, roaring river valleys where the dredgers ruined their lungs. You will walk in the footsteps of the 'Liewerfrauen' – those delivery women who carried the burden of industry on their heads. Come with us and we'll dissect the 'Solinger System': a story about craftsmanship, radical inequality, and the geological fate of the Wupper. - 3.6 km self-guided tour with 5 stations over 108 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and urbanism & innovation Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's included
- Verified facts woven into an engaging story
- Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
- Precise navigation between the stops
- Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
- 1
Deutsches Klingenmuseum
10 min
The starting point that establishes the worldwide prestige of the Solingen brand.
- 2
Stop 2
10 min
The historic square that represents the rule of merchants and guild masters.
- 3
Stop 3
10 min
A walk through the narrow alleys, revealing the workshops of the Reider (fitters).
- 4
Stop 4
10 min
The path that symbolizes the daily commute of the delivery women.
- 5
Stop 5
10 min
The riverbank, where the geological necessity of industry becomes clear.
Meeting and pickup
From Solingen main station with local public transport towards the Deutsches Klingenmuseum. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to the museum. Check the current connection on the travel day with the transport association.
End point
Walk from Wupperufer (near Wipperkotten) to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Solingen main station. The starting point is Wupperufer (near Wipperkotten), Solingen, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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