Sightseeing in Bochum - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The magnificent Tierpark remains one of the most popular destinations for outdoor recreation among tourists. This place is perfect for sports, strolling, and cycling. There is even a small …
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Travelers preferring to stay in a stylish situation should necessarily pay attention to Hotel Ostmeier. This modern hotel is located near the old town hall, its spacious rooms with high …
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The most upscale and prestigious apart-hotel in Bochum is Besser-wohnen auf Zeit with its only 2-guest room. The apartments are well-equipped from a technical point of view and decorated …
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An ideal place for a romantic stay in Bochum would be art Hotel Tucholsky . It stands out among the others with its unique romantic-style interior. All the rooms are very beautifully …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Bochum and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Bochum
♥ Shopping area ' Kortumstraße' Bochum, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Kortumstraße' Bochum, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Bochum
♥ Castle 'Hardenstein Castle' , 9.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Bladenhorst' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Cappenberg' , 29 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burg Vischering' , 36.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Altena Castle' , 37.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hardenstein Castle' , 9.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Bladenhorst' , 10.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Cappenberg' , 29 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burg Vischering' , 36.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Altena Castle' , 37.9 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Bochum
♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 78.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 86.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Veluwezoom' , 103.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Sallandse Heuvelrug' , 110.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Dwingelderveld' , 155.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Maasduinen' , 78.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'De Meinweg' , 86.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Veluwezoom' , 103.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Sallandse Heuvelrug' , 110.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Dwingelderveld' , 155.4 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Bochum and around
♥ Art museum 'Museum Folkwang' Essen, 15.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Von der Heydt Museum' Wuppertal, 25.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museum Folkwang' Essen, 15.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Von der Heydt Museum' Wuppertal, 25.6 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Bochum from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Abteiberg Museum
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Distance from Bochum center - 63.4 km.
The year 1901 is considered the official date of the museum's foundation. It occupied several rooms in the city hall building for the first three years of its existence. The museum moved to the former Protestant school building in 1904. It was located there until 1925. The museum was moved to the Karl-Brandt House in 1926. It stayed there until 1944. This historic building was destroyed during the Second World War. So the museum had to find a new location. It was located in the Oskar-Kühlen-Haus building until 1982. The museum building is an outstanding architectural landmark of Monchengladbach today. …
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Kolner Rathaus
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Distance from Bochum center - 63.2 km.
During the reconstruction of the basement there were found ruins of the ancient Roman buildings. Today all rebuilt elements of the historical buildings are open for everyone. Another peculiarity of the Kolner Rathaus is the musical instrument that makes wonderful melodies with the toll. It has appeared in the town hall in 1958. This construction has 45 bronze bells. A lot of people come to listen to the sound of them. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
The project organizers note that the new Kyoto hotel is perfect for both business and leisure. Just to remind you, the opening of the Roku Kyoto hotel took place in the city in 2021. The luxury hotel also never ceases to amaze guests with its exquisite atmosphere and variety of services. It is close to famous attractions like Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Shozan Resort Kyoto Pavilion is a short walk from the hotel.
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The project organizers note that the new Kyoto hotel is perfect for both business and leisure. Just to remind you, the opening of the Roku Kyoto hotel took place in the city in 2021. The luxury hotel also never ceases to amaze guests with its exquisite atmosphere and variety of services. It is close to famous attractions like Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Shozan Resort Kyoto Pavilion is a short walk from the hotel.
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27.07.2024
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