Westpark
The Westpark - industrial culture and nature
The Jahrhunderthalle Bochum is located in the middle of the Westpark. A great deal has happened since the first construction phase of the Westpark was opened to visitors in 1999. In various stages of construction, the old wasteland of the Bochum association was harmonized with nature up until 2007, creating the Westpark as we know it today. For many residents of Bochum, the park is a very special kind of recreational area. The industrial charm of bygone days can be experienced on foot or by bicycle along bridges, paths and steps. The Erzbahnschwinge bridge leads to the Erzbahntrasse, formally a mining railway route and now a path which is popular with cyclists and pedestrians and connects various industrial heritage sites along its route. The large information boards set up at the site give some idea of the bustling activity that once dominated the now green landscape.
Starlight Express
Experience the spectacular musical “Starlight Express” in Bochum.
Immerse yourself in the world of trains racing around the stage at an incredible speed in breathtaking choreographies. Be inspired by the captivating songs and experience an unforgettable evening. The musical is an absolute highlight for young and old and is one of the most successful productions worldwide. Journey into the night that decides everything: the night of the races for the train world championship.
Starlight Express Bochum
Vfl Bochum
In Bochum, from Bochum, for Bochum! ...
VfL Bochum 1848 has been based at its home ground, the Vonovia Ruhrstadion, on Castroper Straße for over 100 years. Alongside the training facilities for the professional football players of the Bundesliga club, the office of VfL is also located at the stadium. These are connected by the Stadtwerke Bochum Lounge, which is available as an event location and provides plenty of room for individual requirements. Further capabilities are provided by the interior of the stadium including the stands, the press and media centre as well as carparks and open spaces. This means that alongside Bundesliga matches, the Vonovia Ruhrstadion “anne Castroper” can be used for many different types of events.
Vfl Bochum
Tierpark Bochum
“Discover, understand, inspire, protect.”
The Tierpark + Fossilium Bochum sees itself as a modern environmental education centre. The special combination of the zoo and the natural history museum enables us to make the origin, evolution and diversity of life accessible and comprehensible to visitors.
Through the interaction of man and animal we wish to arouse fascination for the animal world and thus promote a respectful attitude towards animals and nature. This is the basis for creating a sustainable awareness for the protection of the environment, nature, animals and species.
Planetarium
Welcome to the Zeiss Planetarium Bochum!
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the fascinating realm of the universe. The central projector uses state-of-the-art technology to show the starry sky as it can be seen from Earth - at any time and any place on the planet. Over 9000 stars shine above you in the ever-cloudless planetarium sky. A wide range of shows and events transports visitors into the infinite expanse of space. Be enthralled by the impressive visualizations and effects and immerse yourself in the wondrous world of stars and planets.
Planetarium Bochum
Bergbaumuseum
Sharing knowledge - experiencing mining.
The Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum – founded in 1930 – is one of eight research museums of the Leibniz Association. It researches, conveys and preserves the history of the extraction, processing and use of geological resources across epochs. Discover the fascinating world of mining in the tours of the permanent exhibition, in the visitor’s mine and by climbing the headframe for the tower tour. You are warmly welcome - above and below the ground.
Bergbaumuseum Bochum
Bermuda3Eck
The Bermuda3Eck in Bochum - a place like no other.
Between Südring and Konrad-Adenauer-Platz, over the course of more than 30 years, something has developed here that also enjoys cult status beyond the borders of the Ruhr region. And thus, every year, four million visitors from all around flock to Bochum’s lively city centre to experience the diversity of the Bermuda3Eck. Because whether it’s snacks, fine dining, shopping, entertainment or culture - it’s all here, to suit every taste and all in one place.
Bermuda3Eck Bochum