Jahrhunderthaus Bochum

"The Jahrhunderthaus Bochum is the trade union center of IG Metall in Bochum and was built from 2004 to 2005. As a landmark, the Jahrhunderthaus sets an architectural symbol in the Westpark Bochum.The building consists of two solid blocks of different heights connected by a transparent glass hall The design and materials used in the office building refer to the tradition of the functional buildings of the Ruhr industry's mining industry, which is characterized by the use of bricks, steel and glass.The design was designed by the architect Holger Mauerer, at that time a partner of Prof. Krenz Architekten ( Archwerk Generalplaner KG, Bochum). " Source: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jahrhaus_Bochum

Here you can find more information about the Westpark and the Erzbahnschwinge: ruhrgebiet-industriekultur.de/westpark.html

The bike tour on the subject of forced labor in World War II in Bochum starts here.
The tour is a cooperation between vhs Bochum and the Bochum Alliance Against Right and takes place several times a year. If you prefer to explore the route alone, follow this bike tour.