We are working on several brands and products related to "Tourism in the Ruhr Area". In order to optimally exploit the tourism potential of the region, numerous working groups have come together in which new creative ideas for tourism marketing are constantly being developed. Several exciting and successful brands and products have emerged from these ideas.
The Night of Industrial Culture. From 18:2 p.m. to XNUMX:XNUMX a.m., the carousel of the night turns and takes all ExtraShifters on a journey through the Ruhr area! From installations to improv theater to illuminations, visitors are offered an exciting program.
extra shift
The "little shop around the corner", which stands for the way of life of the people in the Ruhr area like no other institution, steps out of the ordinary for a day and is culturally played with extraordinary events and program items.
Day of the drinking halls
A dense network of cycle paths stretching over 1.200 kilometers runs through the Ruhr area and serves as the framework for the radrevier.ruhr. Well-developed former railway lines and scenic canal bank paths connect many industrial monuments and visitor highlights and ensure cycling fun far away from traffic.
cycling area.ruhr
The 240 km long RuhrtalRadweg follows the Ruhr from its source in Sauerland to its confluence with the Rhine in Duisburg. The cycle tour is a "4-star quality cycle route" awarded by the ADFC, which combines nature and culture and invites you to discover the Ruhr area.
Ruhr Valley Cycle Path
The main route of the Römer-Lippe-Route runs over 295 kilometers from Detmold to Xanten and combines water adventures with the Roman history of the region. A further 154 kilometers of themed loops offer interesting detours and make exciting day trips possible.
Roman Lippe Route
The RUHR.TOPCARD offers its holders one-time free entry to over 90 leisure attractions such as swimming pools, zoos and industrial monuments all year round. In addition, more than 40 other partners, including amusement parks, theaters and variety shows, can be visited as often as you like at half price.
RUHR.TOPCARD
The RuhrKultur.Card offers its holders one-time free entry to numerous museums and all partners in the “Industrial Culture” category all year round. In addition, 1 ticket for performances at participating stages, theaters and cultural events can be purchased at half price.
RuhrCulture.Card
The industrial heritage sites were the lifeline of the Ruhr area and still are today. Many of them have been brought back to life - different but just as alive! Theater and cabaret, comedy and cabaret, restaurants and street food festivals, exciting events and sporting challenges are just a few examples.
Industrial heritage route
Chill beats under the open sky against a stunning backdrop. The Hoheward spoil tip will once again attract everyone looking to enjoy a good time with sunset vibes on September 05th, 2026. Enjoy the panoramic view over the Ruhr region to atmospheric electronic music. The Sunset Picnic features a mix of local and national acts.
Sunset picnic
Discover the Ruhr region at a relaxed pace on foot with the Urban.Trails. The routes lead you through industrial heritage sites, parks, trendy neighborhoods, and to hidden gems. Ranging from 7 to 15 kilometers in length and well-connected to buses and trains, they are ideal for a half-day or full-day excursion.
Urban.Trails
