The Haniel slag heap, once a mining waste relic, has developed into an iconic spot that is not mainstream. At the top, the installation "Totems" by the Basque sculptor Agustín Ibarrola - a captivating encounter between art and history that has found its home here. These colorful totems, made from railway planks, break through the mass and open up a new perspective on industrial history.
The Haniel spoil heap is not only a scene of spectacular sunsets. Anyone who wants to try new things will also find the Way of the Coals, a path of special metaphorical power. The wind carries the stories of the people and the land, while the railway lines linger in silent patience.
For adventurers who like to experience their surroundings from new perspectives, Haniel is a playground of possibilities. The mixture of industrial past and its artistic transformation makes the slag heap a Got to for those who want to navigate beyond conventional travel routes.
A visit to the Haniel spoil heap is no ordinary excursion. It is an invitation to rediscover a region that unfolds its charm despite all conformity. This is where the Expeditives' credo manifests itself: "Borders are there to be crossed" - and Haniel offers no boundaries, only horizons.
