Podcast Tour: Deep in the West The Heartbeat of Bochum Football

1 hr 52 minGerman, EnglishRhine River, Germany

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Dive into the raw, unpretentious, and extremely loyal world of Ruhr area football. This is not just a sports tour; it is a journey of discovery into the identity of the working class, industrial resilience, and a community that places stubborn independence above the millions of corporations. From the hiss of the legendary Currywurst to the brutalist concrete of a stadium in the English style, built directly into a residential area – discover why football in Bochum is not just played, but lived.

- 3.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 112 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in society & everyday life and history & memory Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
Point-to-point navigation between stops

What you'll do

The culinary starting point of the game day, deeply rooted in the local music and worker food culture
10 min
Moritz Fiege Brewery
Moritz-Fiege-Str. 1, Bochum, Germany
An independent family brewery whose loyalty to the local football club became legendary.
10 min
A historic pub on the main thoroughfare of the fans, representing the deep roots of the club in the neighborhood
10 min
Vonovia Ruhrstadion
Castroper Str. 145, Bochum, Germany
An iconic, brutalist stadium in the English style, integrated directly into the city's residential area.
10 min
The unpretentious administrative center that emphasizes the democratic roots and accessibility of the association
10 min
A rough, traditional fan pub where the community gathers to process the emotions of the game
10 min

Meeting and pickup

2 locations

Pickup details

From Bochum main station by local public transport towards the Bratwursthaus. From the nearest stop a few minutes walk to the sausage house on Kortumstraße. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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