When does Urban Wilderness take place?

The date is on 11.09.2026 at 10:00 AM.

Where does the exhibition take place?

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

How much is the admission fee?

According to the event information, the museum admission fee applies.

Is the exhibition indoors or outdoors?

It is an outdoor exhibition on the museum's outdoor grounds.

How do I get to the museum via public transport?

Best to take bus line 368 to Hannoverstraße or bus line 390 to Röhlinghauser Straße, each with a short walk.

Bochum's wild urban nature surprises at Zeche Hannover outdoors

Name: Urban Wilderness
Start: 2026-09-11T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-11T12:00:00+02:00
Location: LWL-Museum Zeche Hannover

Urban Wilderness: When the city becomes a stage for real nature

The outdoor exhibition Urban Wilderness at the LWL Museum Zeche Hannover in Bochum brings the focus on urban nature and animal inhabitants into motion. Photographer Sven Meurs presents German cities from a surprising perspective and directs attention to wildlife reclaiming their space amidst city life. The experience merges urban nature, photography, and industrial culture into a unique exhibition moment in the Ruhr area. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/grossstadt-wildnis-115.html))

Urban nature that immediately sticks

Wild boars, foxes, and kingfishers are not presented as footnotes here, but as main characters of an outdoor exhibition. The photographs reveal how closely nature and big cities are intertwined today, generating exactly that mix of awe and proximity that defines strong exhibition experiences. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/grossstadt-wildnis-115.html))

A place with history and atmosphere

Zeche Hannover is among the defining industrial monuments of Bochum. The historical site with its Malakow tower and machinery house adds additional depth to the exhibition and makes the visit architecturally appealing as well. The grounds are located in Bochum-Hordel and can be reached by bus, train, bicycle, and car; accessible elements such as disabled parking spaces, ground-level access, and a wheelchair-accessible restroom are available. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/bochum-entdecken/wissens-und-industriekultur/zeche-hannover-und-zeche-knirps.html))

Photography with an eye for the hidden

Sven Meurs has been working for many years as a photojournalist, speaker, author, and moderator. He intensively explores the interplay between humans and nature and specializes in urban wilderness. This expertise also shapes the exhibition: not loud, but attentive; not instructive but observational. ([svenmeurs.de](https://www.svenmeurs.de/vita/?utm_source=openai))

Why the visit is worthwhile

Urban Wilderness combines nature photography, urban nature, and industrial culture into an outing that lingers long after. Those wanting to experience Bochum differently will find a strong reason to visit the mining site here. The museum experience is aimed at everyone who appreciates photography, environmental topics, and special places. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/grossstadt-wildnis-115.html))

Conclusion: This exhibition makes visible how vibrant a big city can be when you look closely. Urban Wilderness invites you to experience Bochum, nature, and photographic art together. A visit promises striking images, fresh perspectives, and a place with character. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/grossstadt-wildnis-115.html))