Neue Hütte, Industrial monument in Schmalkalden, Germany.
Description
The Neue Hütte presents a late classicist blast furnace complex from 1835 that once processed iron ore using charcoal-based smelting technology until its closure in 1924.
History
Built in 1835 by J. W. Bleimüller, this facility represented the final development stage of charcoal-based iron smelting and operated for nearly 90 years before closing in 1924.
Culture
The museum preserves industrial heritage through exhibitions showcasing the development of iron and steel production, hosting traditional mining festivals like the Barbara celebration to maintain regional customs.
Practical
The museum operates from April to October on Wednesdays through Sundays, offering guided tours, educational programs for school groups, and special workshops that can be booked individually.
Did you know?
This facility houses one of the last preserved charcoal blast furnaces in Central Europe, featuring a 12-meter-high furnace with original water-powered machinery still demonstrated during visitor tours.
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