Podcast Tour Hagen The Utopian Forge

3 hr 19 minGerman, EnglishRhine River, Germany

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Dive into the soot-blackened streets of the Hagens of the early 20th century, where a radical experiment changed the world of design forever. Accompany Clara, a down-to-earth design enthusiast, and Jonas, a passionate architectural historian, on their journey of discovery to the 'Hagen Impulse' – a visionary movement led by Karl Ernst Osthaus that brought utopian aesthetics to a raw industrial metropolis. Discover how this unlikely city produced the total work of art and laid the actual foundation for the Bauhaus.

7.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 199 min. Ideal for everyone interested in art, design & aesthetics and history & memory Excitingly tells in a podcast style from 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 industrial gate with Johan Thorn Prikker's monumental stained glass window, which symbolizes the Hagener Impulse
10 min
Osthaus Museum Hagen
Museumsplatz 3, Navi: Hochstr. 73, Hagen, Germany
Originally the Folkwang Museum, with an interior designed by Henry van de Velde, which marks the institutional birth of the movement.
10 min
Eduard-Muller-Krematorium
Am Berghang 30, Hagen, Germany
This strict, geometric crematorium designed by Peter Behrens reflects the progressive, secular mindset of Osthaus' circle.
10 min
Hohenhof
Stirnband 10, Hagen, Germany
Henry van de Velde's masterpiece, designed as a 'total work of art' for Karl Ernst Osthaus.
10 min
Designed by Lauweriks for the artist Johan Thorn Prikker, it illustrates the concept of the utopian artist colony
10 min
A row of houses by Lauwerik that demonstrates the transition to systematic, modern housing construction
10 min
Cuno Siedlung
Cunosiedlung, Hagen, Germany
Designed by Peter Behrens for Mayor Willi Cuno, it underscores the political backing of the Hagen initiative.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

From Hagen main station with local public transport towards Hagen main station (Stained glass window). From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Hagen main station (stained glass windows), Hagen, Germany.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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

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