Bergmannsglück mine, Coal mine with heritage designation in Gelsenkirchen, Germany
Bergmannsglück was a coal mine in Gelsenkirchen with two extraction shafts and various industrial buildings typical of Ruhr region mining operations. The site included several auxiliary structures and infrastructure elements that supported the daily operations of a modern extraction facility.
The mine opened in 1905 and became an important coal extraction site in the region. A coking plant was added in 1909 to expand production, but that facility shut down in 1929 while coal mining continued until 1961.
The name 'Bergmannsglück' means 'Miners' Fortune,' reflecting the hopes of workers for successful shifts underground. The site still conveys a sense of the labor and lives that revolved around coal extraction in this region.
The site now serves as a storage area for a grounds management company, though some auxiliary buildings remain accessible. Check ahead if you plan to visit, as current operations may restrict general access to the property.
The former coking plant area was transformed into a neighborhood park in 2020, offering residents a place for relaxation and recreation. This conversion shows how industrial sites can gain new purpose and serve their communities.
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