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Thor Central is the central building and information point of Thor Park, the repurposed industrial site of the former Waterschei coal mine in Genk. The building forms the beating heart of the park and is a blend of modern architecture and historical industrial heritage. Thor Central tells the story of the transformation of an active mine into an innovative and recreational zone where technology, science, and recreation converge. The original Waterschei mine played a crucial role in Genk's economy throughout the 20th century. Thousands of miners worked here daily in difficult conditions to extract coal from the depths. With the closure of the mines, the site was gradually repurposed, and Thor Park emerged as a center for innovation, entrepreneurship, and recreation. Thor Central serves as an access point and information hub for visitors: you'll find explanations about the industrial past, walking routes through the park, educational exhibitions, and events about science and technology.

https://www.visitlimburg.be/de/was-tun/thor-central "Thor Central is a powerful, impressive industrial building that was considered a cultural heritage site after the closure of the coal mines. The task of giving this beautiful building a new future was also part of the search for a meaningful purpose for the Waterschei mining site and the option of transforming this site into a technology park. Thor Central is the beating heart of the Thor Park site. The Food Plaza is particularly worth visiting, with Restaurant Partaasch and Brasserie Lampada, which are open daily to the public. Furthermore, the building has been given a primarily business-oriented layout, with meeting rooms, an auditorium, a central reception, and even a daycare center. Events and exhibitions are regularly organized here."

Beautiful view over the surroundings

Nice picnic spot

A ride on the little train is a wonderful surprise for all ages. And those who want and are able can climb the tower, where a magnificent view of the former coal-mining region awaits.

The 31-meter-high observation tower is a replica of the drilling rig André Dumont used to extract the first coal in 1901. This tower is located at the As station and is free to visit. It offers a panoramic view of the station site and the surrounding National Park.

Thorpark is beautifully quiet, and there are lovely restaurants in the truly beautiful and beautifully restored old power station. A great stop for lovely bike rides in the Hoge Kempen!