Klosterbusch mine, Coal mine in Querenburg district, Bochum, Germany.
Klosterbusch mine is a former coal extraction site in Querenburg district near Bochum, featuring multiple shafts, ventilation systems, and processing structures spread across the lower Lottental area. The complex reveals the technical systems and infrastructure that supported underground coal operations.
The mine was founded in 1918 by the mining union Vereinigte Klosterbusch and became a significant production center in the Ruhr region. Throughout the 20th century, it underwent various phases of expansion and adaptation before coal extraction finally ceased.
The site represents the industrial heritage of the Ruhr region and shows how mining shaped the area over many decades. Walking through the grounds allows you to sense the traces of the working life that once filled this place.
The site can be explored through marked hiking trails that connect to local routes in the area. Good footwear is recommended as you navigate the grounds, and visitors should respect the marked paths to protect the historic structures.
The mine featured an innovative cable car system from the 1920s that transported coal directly to a rail loading point in another valley, showcasing early engineering solutions for moving heavy materials. This remarkable transport method connected the site to a larger industrial network without requiring additional roads.
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