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Horster Mühle Hydroelectric Power Plant

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Ruhr Region

Horster Mühle Hydroelectric Power Plant

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Horster Mühle Hydroelectric Power Plant

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  • Location: Ruhr Region, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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    February 18, 2019

    Hiking

    A little info about the Wasserkaftwerk: After the takeover of the mill by Wilhelm Vogelsang in 1910, the mill was converted into a hydroelectric power plant.
    The power plant hall was restored and still contains generators and turbine parts from the beginning of the 20th century.


    On a place in front of the mill, which invites you to take a break, you can still find old gear parts from this power plant.
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    February 21, 2019

    Hiking

    The Horster mill was one of the oldest Essen mill facilities. It was mentioned as early as the 12th century in connection with the creation of a Ruhr weir. Their …
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    October 1, 2021

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    "Small, dreary passages quickly get lost in your head, especially if the route leads past such sights as the Hörster Mühle hydroelectric power station, the former Wohlverwahr colliery and the small protected area in front of the weir."
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    Location: Ruhr Region, Münster District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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