Podcast Tour Wuppertal: The Hidden Band Weavings

1 hr 57 minGerman, EnglishBonn, Germany

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Step behind the magnificent facades of the Wuppertal merchant valley and climb into the hidden, bustling heart of the global textile trade of the 19th century. On this captivating journey, you follow the sharp dividing line between the immense wealth of the banking elite in the valley and the grueling, oil-lamp-lit life of the band weavers from the working class on the steep slopes of the northern city. Discover how the unique chemistry of a river and thousands of hidden backyard looms created a global fashion empire.

3.7 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 117 min. Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and society and everyday life 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

Von der Heydt-Museum
Turmhof 8, Wuppertal, Germany
The former town hall, now a museum, named after the prominent banking family that financed the region's textile monopoly.
10 min
The banks of the Wupper, whose uniquely soft water was the fundamental advantage
for the textile bleaching industry of the region.
10 min
The historic trade route that marks the transition from the wealthy valley to th
e working-class neighborhoods on the slope.
10 min
The heart of the North City, known as 'Ölberg' because of the oil lamps used by
the weavers who worked late into the night.
10 min
The narrow courtyards where the deafening, hidden band looms of working-class families were operated
10 min
A huge former factory that represents the transition from decentralized backyard
weaving to centralized industrial production.
10 min
The historic station that exported the locally produced tapes to the fashion capitals of the world
10 min

Meeting and pickup

1 location

Pickup details

Start at the Von-der-Heydt Museum in Wuppertal. From the main station with local public transport towards the museum. Walk the last few minutes from the nearest stop to the museum. Please check the current connection with the local transport association 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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Podcast Tour Wuppertal: The Hidden Band Weavings

Overview

What's included

Itinerary

What you'll do

Von der Heydt-Museum

The banks of the Wupper, whose uniquely soft water was the fundamental advantage

The historic trade route that marks the transition from the wealthy valley to th

The heart of the North City, known as 'Ölberg' because of the oil lamps used by

The narrow courtyards where the deafening, hidden band looms of working-class families were operated

A huge former factory that represents the transition from decentralized backyard

The historic station that exported the locally produced tapes to the fashion capitals of the world

Meeting point

Good to know

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Cancellation policy

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