One of the best areas of Essen for tourism, where you can find the Red Dot Design Museum and the old massive mining structures, with a magnificent museum inside.

Very interesting! We were there with family and dog Maxi. Everyone had a lot of fun. Great for a long walk with interesting scenery! Next time we will go into the museum- without the dog!

Highly recommend the tour. You need at least 2 hours here to see everything - probably four is better. Good car parking and there is a cafe. Not really suitable for those with disabilities as you can only visit the main floor. A tour involves...More

Had hoped to participate in an English-language tour, but our schedule did not allow it. But it didn't really matter since there is plenty to see here even if you can't read all of the exhibits. Gives a great insight into the industrial heritage of...More

One of the most interesting places in Ruhrarea ! Used to be a coalmine but to day it is a wonderful Museum ,interesting architecture and the most beautiful restaurant.

Zollverein is a great place to get close to the industrial history of the Ruhr area. There are interesting museums and recommended tours that focus on different aspects of the work done here. The view from the top of Kohlenwäsche brings more interesting insights. Also...More

The 'Über Kohle und Kumpel' (about coal and miners) guided tour is excellent. I had to go on a guided tour in German but on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays they have guided tours in English. During the tour, the guide explained all the processes involved...More