Deutsches Bergbaumuseum

Am Bergbaumuseum 28, 44791 Bochum, DE-NW, DE

Deutsches Bergbaumuseum

German Mining Museum (Deutsche Bergbaumuseum) is one of the most important museums on the history of mining in Germany. It impressively shows how closely the development of technology, work, and everyday life was linked to mining. Visitors get exciting insights into the world underground and into the long tradition of the Ruhr area. Highlights include the large exhibition areas with original machines, historical tools, and many vivid exhibits. Especially impressive is the shaft with the headframe, which gives an authentic impression of work in the mine. The scientific collections and changing special exhibitions also make the visit varied. The museum combines clear interpretation with living history and is a worthwhile destination for people interested in technology, families, and school classes.