Halde Hoheward, Summit and former waste dump in Herten-Recklinghausen, Germany
The Hoheward hill rises 152 meters above sea level between Herten and Recklinghausen, offering panoramic views of the surrounding North Rhine-Westphalia region.
The site emerged from mining activities when materials from several local collieries, including Recklinghausen II and Ewald, formed Europe's largest connected heap landscape.
The horizon observatory features 45-meter steel arches and a horizontal sundial obelisk, demonstrating the connection between industrial heritage and astronomical observation.
Visitors can reach the summit through multiple paths, including a 500-step stairway from the north side or by crossing the dragon bridge.
The site houses an exhibition called 'New Horizons - On the Traces of Time' in the visitor center, explaining horizon astronomy through interactive displays.
Location: Herten
Location: Recklinghausen
Elevation above the sea: 152.2 m
Phone: +492366181160
Website: https://hoheward.rvr.ruhr
GPS coordinates: 51.56862,7.16796
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:51
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