Hessisches Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum

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Hessisches Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum, Mining museum in Borken, Germany

The Hessisches Braunkohle Bergbaumuseum presents exhibits related to lignite mining with working models of equipment and coal extraction machinery across multiple halls.

The museum, which opened in 1992, documents the regional mining activities that transformed the landscape and energy supply from 1923 until 1991.

Four exhibition areas showcase mining history, including a visitor mine that reconstructs underground working environments and demonstrates original mining equipment.

The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday between 14:00 and 17:00, with extended hours from Easter until November 1st.

A 32-kilometer circular trail connects visitors to ten districts of Borken, featuring historical mining sites and lakes formed from former coal pits.

Location: Borken (Hessen)

Inception: 1992

Official opening: October 17, 1992

Opening Hours: Wtorek-Niedziela 14:00-17:00; easter - Niedziela - listopada 1: Niedziela 12:00-17:00

Website: http://braunkohle-bergbaumuseum.de

GPS coordinates: 51.05060,9.26722

Latest update: March 8, 2025 12:09

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