Urban Wilderness in Bochum: Outdoor Exhibition at Zeche Hannover

Urban Wilderness in Bochum: City Nature Meets Industrial Backdrop

With the outdoor exhibition Urban Wilderness, the LWL Museum Zeche Hannover brings impressive photographs by Sven Meurs to Bochum from May 6 to October 4, 2026. Between the Malakow tower, open spaces, and historic industrial surroundings, an exhibition experience emerges that sharpens our view of animals in the city and makes urban nature palpable right in the Ruhr area. The presentation takes place in the museum's outdoor area and perfectly fits the unique atmosphere of the site. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/de/veranstaltungen/?current=1&id=1100510))

When Wild Animals Conquer the City

Wild boars in Berlin gardens, foxes in Cologne, or kingfishers in Düsseldorf's city park: The exhibition presents German cities from a new perspective and makes it visible how vibrant urban nature can be. Photographer Sven Meurs has been working for many years as a photojournalist and expert on urban wilderness; his works draw attention to the beauty and need for protection of these habitats. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/de/veranstaltungen/?current=1&id=1100510))

A Place with Character and History

The Zeche Hannover provides the perfect stage for this. The former coal mine is one of the striking spots of industrial culture in the Ruhr area, now with a museum, outdoor spaces, and accessible atmosphere. Visitors experience not just an exhibition here, but a real event experience amidst history, broad perspectives, and Ruhr area flair. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/de/besuch/allgemeine-informationen/))

Practical Information for Your Visit

The exhibition can be viewed during museum opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday from 2 PM to 6 PM, Sundays and public holidays from 11 AM to 6 PM. Admission is free. You can travel by bus to the Hannoverstraße stop on line 368; there are parking options available for cars at the museum site, including two designated disabled parking spaces. The site is also easily accessible, with an elevator, wheelchair-accessible restroom, and tactile site map. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/de/besuch/allgemeine-informationen/))

Conclusion

Urban Wilderness combines photographic art, nature observation, and industrial culture into a calm, inspiring destination. Anyone looking for strong images, new perspectives, and an extraordinary exhibition format should experience this showcase live and discover urban nature with their own eyes. ([zeche-hannover.lwl.org](https://zeche-hannover.lwl.org/de/veranstaltungen/?current=1&id=1100510))

Official Channels of Sven Meurs / LWL Museum Zeche Hannover:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zechehannover/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZecheHannover/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LWLIndustriekultur
• TikTok: No official profile found

Sources:

• LWL Museum Zeche Hannover - Urban Wilderness
• LWL Museum Zeche Hannover - Exhibitions
• LWL Museum Zeche Hannover - General Information
• LWL Museum Zeche Hannover - Accessibility
• Sven Meurs - Zingst