When does Path of Coal take place?

The visit is scheduled for August 29, 2026. The exhibition itself runs from March 20 to October 25, 2026.

Where is the event located?

At the LWL Museum Zeche Hannover, Günnigfelder Straße 251, 44793 Bochum.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

The museum offers barrier-free areas, but the Malakow tower and especially the gallery are not fully accessible.

Is there food available on-site?

On weekends and holidays, there are vending machines for drinks and snacks. In nice weather, there are outdoor seating spaces, and bringing your own food and drinks is allowed.

What are the opening hours?

The regular museum hours during the season are Wednesday to Saturday from 2 PM to 6 PM and Sundays and holidays from 11 AM to 6 PM.

Bochum's Coal History in the Malakow Tower: An Exhibition Full of Images, Places, and Change

Name: Path of Coal
Start: 2026-08-29T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-29T20:00:00+02:00
Location: LWL-Museum Zeche Hannover

On the Path of Coal, Bochum's industrial history comes alive

The special exhibition Path of Coal at the LWL Museum Zeche Hannover takes place on August 29, 2026, delving into a topic that has shaped the Ruhr area: coal, transport, labor, and change. The exhibition showcases photographs by Khalil Noé Döring and connects the present of global supply chains with the historic backdrop of the Malakow tower. The exhibition runs from March 20, 2026, to October 25, 2026; admission is free. ([lwl.org](https://www.lwl.org/pressemitteilungen/mitteilung.php?urlID=63343&utm_source=openai))

Industrial culture with atmosphere and depth

The location itself makes the visit special: The Zeche Hannover is one of the most impressive testimonies to Bochum's mining history and is part of the network of LWL museums for industrial culture. Historical architecture, the machine house, and the Malakow tower create an authentic event experience with a strong audience atmosphere and ample space for discoveries. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/))

Photography meets mining romance

The exhibition by Khalil Noé Döring looks at today's path of coal to Europe and makes visible what often remains hidden: logistics, port facilities, freighters, industrial sites, and the people along the supply chain. This blend of documentary expertise and sensual imagery gives the visit depth and relevance. ([lwl.org](https://www.lwl.org/pressemitteilungen/mitteilung.php?urlID=63343&utm_source=openai))

Visit with practical added value

The museum is located in Bochum-Hordel at Günnigfelder Straße 251. Benefits for visitors include good orientation on-site, snack and beverage vending machines on weekends and holidays, and barrier-free areas in the museum grounds; however, the Malakow tower is not fully barrier-free, especially the gallery remains only partially accessible. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/))

For those wanting to experience Bochum's industrial culture, this offers a strong interplay of history, imagery, and location. Path of Coal is a visit for anyone who appreciates exhibitions with depth, character from the Ruhr area, and genuine historical value. Experience it live and trace the path of coal on-site. ([lwl.org](https://www.lwl.org/pressemitteilungen/mitteilung.php?urlID=63343&utm_source=openai))