Wuppertal, the city with the suspension line

Welcome to Wuppertal,
the city with the
suspension line
Else Lasker-Schüler park
Brill district
The city in profile
behind the city’s economy. These are complemented by innova-
alist villas surrounded
byWuppertal
expansive also
parks,
or a wide variety of
something
more casual,
offers
we now know as Marxism. Politics and the art of the debate are as
tive and entrepreneurial service-sector companies operating in
the Zoo area
with its
cinemas,
cabarets
andmulti-storey
music clubs.buildings
The city not only has a well-
alive today as in Engels’s time – as shown by high-profile political
Wuppertal is a large, modern city with a rich history, located in
niche markets such as event marketing. Wuppertal’s business
in the Wilhelmine
style.
And for
of course
zooand salsa dancing
known
tradition and
passion
jazz, itsthe
tango
protagonists like Alice Schwarzer, Rita Süssmuth and Johannes Rau.
the idyllic Wupper river basin. It was created on 1 August 1929,
community includes a number of worldwide market leaders – in
itself ishas
always
worth aa visit.
scene
also earned
reputation far beyond the region.
The grande dame of dance theatre, Pina Bausch, may not have
when the previously independent towns of Barmen and Elber-
fields like shoelaces, pliers, filter membranes, pharmaceuticals,
feld were incorporated as a single municipality, along with the
car windscreens and vacuum cleaners.
communities of Cronenberg, Ronsdorf, Vohwinkel and Beyenburg.
Wuppertal from eight to eight
In 1975, Dönberg, Dornap and Schöller were added. The individual
districts of Wuppertal are much older: its first stone church was
A stroll through Wuppertal’s many parks is refreshing. The city
built around the year 1000 in Elberfeld. Cronenberg and Barmen
been born in Wuppertal – she hails from neighbouring Solingen –
Looking
for culture?
The
range
from a
Wuppertal’s
potpourri
ofoptions
prominent
personalities
but has made it the home of her Dance Company since 1973. The
visit to the anthropological Fuhlrott Museum
greats of German poetry also include a native of Wuppertal. Else
or
a journey
back
the beginnings
of industriIn 1856,
Johann
CarltoFuhlrott
was presented
with a few old bones
Lasker-Schüler, born in 1869, achieved recognition as a leading
alisation
in the historic
centre to Man
the Von
“from
prehistoric
times” –city
Neanderthal
had been discovered.
expressionist poet with her book Meine Wunder (My Wonders).
der Heydt
Museum
collection
works Bayer, was born
The
founding
father with
of theits
Bayer
Group,of
Friedrich
One has to wonder where movie director Tom Tykwer got his fas-
were first mentioned in writing in 1050 and 1070, respectively.
boasts 4,858 hectares of public green areas in total. And the
by 1825
the big
names in 16th to 20th century
art. Sauerbruch, the
in
in Barmen-Wichlinghausen.
Ferdinand
cination with crime: he begins “The Princess and the Warrior” with
Vohwinkel has existed officially since 1312.
spaces are as varied as they are vast: enchanting forests, gardens,
most important and influential surgeon in the first half of the
a very credible bank heist. The filmmaker, who made his internation-
parks and game reserves offer ample room to breathe.
Choosing
from
theborn
evening
entertainment in 1875. Friedrich En20th
century,
was
in Wuppertal-Barmen
al debut with “Run Lola Run”, scored a further success with his
Yarn bleaching laid the groundwork for the area’s textile and
garment trade, which allowed many other sectors to grow.
The valley is the place to go for a shopping trip: Barmen and
Barmen and Elberfeld became well known for textile products,
Elberfeld invite with long-standing specialty shops and fashion-
while Cronenberg earned a reputation as a tool-making centre.
able department stores as well as shopping centres and of course
Industrialised textile production in the early 1800s brought about
plenty of areas to browse. Wuppertal’s city squares are great
offering
no in
easy
task. Aasperformance
the
gels
was is
born
Barmen
the son of anatindustrialist,
and went
interpretation of Patrick Süskind’s bestseller “Perfume. The Story
breathtaking
Historische
Stadton
to join Karlconcert
Marx inhall
developing
the revolutionary
social theory
of a Murderer” in 2006.
halle is an experience to remember. The theatre,
Alice
Schwarzer
Else Lasker-Schüler
on the other hand,
isSophie
famous
for its modern
productions and the opera house (reopening
a dynamic upswing in the city’s economy. Entire districts – like
places to stop for coffee, a continental breakfast or just a break.
in 2008) puts on outstanding shows – from
Elberfeld’s Nordstadt and the Brill district – were built during this
Well rested, you can continue your tour up the steep streets of
popular musicals to classic operas. Both houses
period. In 1972, Wuppertal inaugurated its university. Steel and
the former working-class neighbourhood in Nordstadt, a sought-
are favoured venues for the fascinating pieces
metal manufacturing industries as well as the chemicals, electron-
after filming location with historic buildings and decorative fa-
presented by Pina Bausch and her world-famous
ics and automotive sectors have now become the main drivers
çades. For contrast, visit the Brill district with its elegant industri-
Dance Company. And if you are in the mood for
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Tom Tykwer
Johannes Rau
Pina Bausch
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core competences. We are your partner
regarding all questions concerning the
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Else Lasker-Schüler park
The city in profile
behind the city’s economy. These are complemented by innova-
something more casual, Wuppertal also offers a wide variety of
we now know as Marxism. Politics and the art of the debate are as
cinemas, cabarets and music clubs. The city not only has a well-
alive today as in Engels’s time – as shown by high-profile political
Wuppertal is a large, modern city with a rich history, located in
the idyllic Wupper river basin. It was created on 1 August 1929,
tive and entrepreneurial service-sector companies operating in
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business
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when the previously independent towns of Barmen and Elber-
fields like shoelaces, pliers, filter membranes, pharmaceuticals,
feld were incorporated as a single municipality, along with the
car windscreens and vacuum cleaners.
known tradition and passion for jazz, its tango and salsa dancing
protagonists like Alice Schwarzer, Rita Süssmuth and Johannes Rau.
scene has also earned a reputation far beyond the region.
The grande dame of dance theatre, Pina Bausch, may not have
been born in Wuppertal – she hails from neighbouring Solingen –
Wuppertal’s potpourri of prominent personalities
but has made it the home of her Dance Company since 1973. The
communities of Cronenberg, Ronsdorf, Vohwinkel and Beyenburg.
greats of German poetry also include a native of Wuppertal. Else
Wuppertal from eight to eight
In 1975, Dönberg, Dornap and Schöller were added. The individual
districts of Wuppertal are much older: its first stone church was
A stroll through Wuppertal’s many parks is refreshing. The city
built around the year 1000 in Elberfeld. Cronenberg and Barmen
In 1856, Johann Carl Fuhlrott was presented with a few old bones
Lasker-Schüler, born in 1869, achieved recognition as a leading
“from prehistoric times” – Neanderthal Man had been discovered.
expressionist poet with her book Meine Wunder (My Wonders).
The founding father of the Bayer Group, Friedrich Bayer, was born
One has to wonder where movie director Tom Tykwer got his fas-
were first mentioned in writing in 1050 and 1070, respectively.
boasts 4,858 hectares of public green areas in total. And the
in 1825 in Barmen-Wichlinghausen. Ferdinand Sauerbruch, the
cination with crime: he begins “The Princess and the Warrior” with
Vohwinkel has existed officially since 1312.
spaces are as varied as they are vast: enchanting forests, gardens,
most important and influential surgeon in the first half of the
a very credible bank heist. The filmmaker, who made his internation-
parks and game reserves offer ample room to breathe.
20th century, was born in Wuppertal-Barmen in 1875. Friedrich En-
al debut with “Run Lola Run”, scored a further success with his
gels was born in Barmen as the son of an industrialist, and went
interpretation of Patrick Süskind’s bestseller “Perfume. The Story
on to join Karl Marx in developing the revolutionary social theory
of a Murderer” in 2006.
period. In 1972, Wuppertal inaugurated its university. Steel and
Faculty of Humanities
of Economics
The valley is the place to go forFaculty
a shopping
trip: Barmen and
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Elberfeld invite with long-standing specialty shops and fashionFaculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering,
able department stores as well as shopping centres and of course
Mechanical Engineering and Safety Engineering
plenty of areas to browse. Wuppertal’s city squares are great
Faculty of Electrical, Information and
places to stop for coffee,
a continental
breakfast or just a break.
Media
Engineering
Well rested, you can continue your
tourofupArt
theand
steep
streets of
Faculty
Design
the former Faculty
working-class
neighbourhood
in Nordstadt,
a soughtof Educational
and Social
Sciences
metal manufacturing industries as well as the chemicals, electron-
after filming location with historic buildings and decorative fa-
ics and automotive sectors have now become the main drivers
çades. For contrast, visit the Brill district with its elegant industri-
Studying in Wuppertal
Yarn bleaching laid the groundwork for the area’s textile and
garment trade, which allowed many other sectors to grow.
Barmen and Elberfeld became well known for textile products,
while Cronenberg earned a reputation as a tool-making centre.
Industrialised textile production in the early 1800s brought about
a dynamic upswing in the city’s economy. Entire districts – like
Elberfeld’s Nordstadt and the Brill district – were built during this
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Else Lasker-Schüler
Alice Sophie Schwarzer
Tom Tykwer
Johannes Rau
Pina Bausch
Monorail coach approaching the Ohligsmühle stop
A monorail fit for a monarch
Changes to the suspension line over time
The illuminated suspension track at the Kluse stop
The Kaiserwagen – Wuppertal’s lofty luxury lounge
Soaring over Wuppertal –
“Steadily and securely, the
a once-in-a-lifetime experience
– lovingly restored – remains
birthday party, engagement
coach with its precious cargo
operational to this day, so
celebration, bridal shower or a
weather, multifaceted Wup-
glided along the winding
we can enjoy nostalgic lofty
wedding in high style – a ride
pertal has a side to suit every
occasion.
Wuppertal’s suspended mono-
coaches soar over the streets
based engineer Eugen Langen.
the plan to build the “giant
elephant
Tuffi
out of aand
moving rides
coachnestled
into in luxury. The
track, with
thefell
Emperor
in Wuppertal’s lofty luxury
rail belongs to a rare class of
at a height of eight to 12 metres.
Construction began in 1898
caterpillar” shortly before the
the
Wupper
– andseveral
came away
no furnishings
more
Empress
making
stopswithrich
include plush
lounge is always unforgettable.
turn of the century.
tourist attraction: it’s also a
The 35-minute journey from
and the official inauguration
perfectly regular and essential
terminal to terminal takes
took place just three years lat-
means of public transporta-
passengers to 18 different sta-
er – on 1 March 1901. Although
than
a scrape
ongracious
the behind.
day,curtains
the
to bestow
their
and To this
seats,
with gold
Enjoy Wuppertal –
monorail
has
a recordupon
as one of the
world’s historic lamps
benevolent
greetings
decorations,
Everyone worries about the
By 1925 the suspended mono-
safest
and most
reliable
means of transportatheir subjects
below
...” Thus
and art nouveau ornamental
weather when planning an
tion. “Like a dragon, hard as
tions, each one a gem in a style
it was hailed as a technologic-
rail had transported almost
tion,
even ifreport
youngfrom
elephants
it.
the original
1900 – shy away
glassfrom
separating
the first- and
outing – but not in Wuppertal!
steel”, as the Wuppertal-born
of its own: from historic to
al feat, Wuppertal residents
20 million passengers – clear
on 24 October, the royal
Not only does our suspended
poet Else Lasker-Schüler put it,
futuristic and exotic or down-
did not exactly welcome the
proof of its rising level of
Now,
the ripe
age ofIImore
years, “stewardesses” and
coupleatKaiser
Wilhelm
and than 100
ledgeable
monorail offer a great ride
this world-renowned engin-
to-earth, they mirror Wupper-
suspension line with open
acceptance. Yet the suspen-
the
metalAuguste
construction
with over 450
steel in historic costumes
Kaiserin
Viktoria
“stewards”
sheltered from the elements,
eering monument forms the
tal’s trademark diversity.
arms. In fact, many irate city
sion line did not achieve true
struts
is asthe
solid
as ever. Thanks to pamper
its comprehonoured
suspended
tour passengers
every part of Wuppertal can
dwellers cried blue murder
worldwide fame until 21 July
hensive
monorailrestoration
with a testand
ridestriking
from illumination,
with snacks, beverages and
be enjoyed in all seasons and
backbone of the city’s transit
second-class sections. Know-
system, carrying some 75,000
The monorail system was the
when the twin cities of Bar-
1950: during a promotional
the
line istosure
to keep attracting
admiring
Elberfeld
Vohwinkel.
What
local lore. Whether for a cosy
weather conditions. In spring,
people daily. The suspended
brainchild of the Cologne-
men and Elberfeld announced
stunt for a circus, the young
gazes
for years
to coach
come. No. 5
good fortune
that
summer, autumn and winter,
4
5
ride with coffee and cake, a
in rainy, stormy or sunny
in all seasons!
Monorail coach approaching the Ohligsmühle stop
A monorail fit for a monarch
Changes to the suspension line over time
The Kaiserwagen – Wuppertal’s lofty luxury lounge
Soaring over Wuppertal –
“Steadily and securely, the
a once-in-a-lifetime experience
– lovingly restored – remains
birthday party, engagement
coach with its precious cargo
operational to this day, so
celebration, bridal shower or a
weather, multifaceted Wup-
glided along the winding
we can enjoy nostalgic lofty
wedding in high style – a ride
pertal has a side to suit every
occasion.
Wuppertal’s suspended mono-
coaches soar over the streets
based engineer Eugen Langen.
the plan to build the “giant
track, with the Emperor and
rides nestled in luxury. The
in Wuppertal’s lofty luxury
rail belongs to a rare class of
at a height of eight to 12 metres.
Construction began in 1898
caterpillar” shortly before the
Empress making several stops
rich furnishings include plush
lounge is always unforgettable.
turn of the century.
tourist attraction: it’s also a
The 35-minute journey from
and the official inauguration
perfectly regular and essential
terminal to terminal takes
took place just three years lat-
means of public transporta-
passengers to 18 different sta-
er – on 1 March 1901. Although
By 1925 the suspended mono-
to bestow their gracious and
seats, curtains with gold
benevolent greetings upon
decorations, historic lamps
Everyone worries about the
their subjects below ...” Thus
and art nouveau ornamental
weather when planning an
Enjoy Wuppertal –
tion. “Like a dragon, hard as
tions, each one a gem in a style
it was hailed as a technologic-
rail had transported almost
the original report from 1900 –
glass separating the first- and
outing – but not in Wuppertal!
steel”, as the Wuppertal-born
of its own: from historic to
al feat, Wuppertal residents
20 million passengers – clear
on 24 October, the royal
second-class sections. Know-
Not only does our suspended
poet Else Lasker-Schüler put it,
futuristic and exotic or down-
did not exactly welcome the
proof of its rising level of
couple Kaiser Wilhelm II and
this world-renowned engin-
to-earth, they mirror Wupper-
suspension line with open
acceptance. Yet the suspen-
Kaiserin Auguste Viktoria
eering monument forms the
tal’s trademark diversity.
arms. In fact, many irate city
sion line did not achieve true
honoured the suspended
pamper tour passengers
every part of Wuppertal can
dwellers cried blue murder
worldwide fame until 21 July
monorail with a test ride from
with snacks, beverages and
be enjoyed in all seasons and
backbone of the city’s transit
ledgeable “stewardesses” and
“stewards” in historic costumes
monorail offer a great ride
sheltered from the elements,
system, carrying some 75,000
The monorail system was the
when the twin cities of Bar-
1950: during a promotional
Elberfeld to Vohwinkel. What
local lore. Whether for a cosy
weather conditions. In spring,
people daily. The suspended
brainchild of the Cologne-
men and Elberfeld announced
stunt for a circus, the young
good fortune that coach No. 5
ride with coffee and cake, a
summer, autumn and winter,
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5
in rainy, stormy or sunny
in all seasons!
Lions atop a “boulder with a view” in their new enclosure, opened in 2007
The open-air enclosure for orang-utans
Opened in 1881, the Wuppertal Zoological
and most modern big cat facilities in Europe.
polar
bears and
mountain
goats,
thetonaturally
The
German
stadthalle
generally
refers
a municipal auditorium
Gardens have now grown to size of around
A tower and a hollow construction of artificial
designed
open-air
for orang-utans
or community
hall. Ifenclosure
that reminds
you of a faceless public building
highlight that draws families, fans of jazz and classical music
24 hectares. With its age-old trees, expansive
boulders with lookout windows – located in the
and
space
for African
penguinsStadthalle
–
fromthe
thenew
1970s,
Wuppertal’s
Historische
will be an
and supporters into the building and its beautiful gardens. The
meadows and large ponds, it is known as one
middle of the lion enclosure – afford visitors
modelled after
a section
of it
South
African coast
eye-opener.
Built
in 1900,
underwent
years –of highly skilled
acclaimed Wuppertal Symphony Orchestra values the excellent
of Germany’s most beautifully landscaped zoos.
fascinating views.
are
among the
other outstanding
attractions.
restoration,
to reopen
in all its former
splendourin 1996. Especially
acoustics of the grand hall and plays there regularly. The venue
impressive is its ornately decorated grand hall, with room for
also frequently hosts international ensembles and famed soloists,
The modern animal holding facilities and aes-
of all kinds. The large-scale Johannisberg Festival is a summer
thetically designed enclosures harmonise with
The highlights include a generously propor-
The
king
penguins,
which adorn
theatWuppermore
than
1,500 visitors,
situated
the heart of the building.
who are equally impressed by its sound quality. But lighter fare
the grounds. Regardless of the weather, visitors
tioned elephant enclosure, which is regarded
tal Zoo
logo,
will
move intoStadthalle
a new facility
in accepted into the
No
wonder
the
Historische
has been
shines in the palace’s splendour too. From pop concerts and
musicals to comedy shows, from tango balls to over-30 parties,
are treated to a close-up view of approximately
as a model in the field of zoo construction and
2008.
Onegroup
of Europe’s
mostConference
advanced penguin
exclusive
of Historic
Centres of Europe (HCCE).
4,500 animals belonging to 450 species from
management. The first two African elephants
enclosures, it will feature an approximately 15
from mediaeval markets to reptile shows – the diversity of the
all continents – including zoological rarities like
bred in North Rhine-Westphalia were born here
metre-long
tunnel.is not a museum piece, but rather
At
the sameclear
time,acrylic
the building
events held here is virtually unlimited. And the cultural spectrum
okapis (“forest giraffes”), pudus (the world’s small-
in 2005, and a further elephant came to the
a lively venue for culture and business. Beneath its historic sur-
is complemented by a wide range of larger and smaller conferen-
est deer), drills, Asian gold cats and cheetahs.
world in 2007. The former elephant house was
In
addition
tofind
its animals,
the Wuppertal
Zoocommunications
face,
you will
state-of-the-art
event and
ces, seminars and corporate events, including medical congresses,
remodelled as a tapir house and is now home
offers
gueststhat
an meets
excitingevery
programme
events
technology
demandof
that
arises from more than
car presentations and much more.
The zoo has seen numerous modernisations
to the only Central American tapirs in Europe.
like open-air
concerts,And
guided
tours andiscele400
events annually.
the spectrum
broad: the Historische
You can find even more information about the location and its
and additions over the past years. The largest
Viewers can even watch them from underwater –
brations, especially
duringattraction
the summer.
There
Stadthalle
is a year-round
for aficionados
of culture
current programme of events at: www.stadthalle.de.
project yet was an expansion of the grounds
a worldwide first! The birth of two baby tapirs
is even a large playground for children. And the
that included the construction of new open-air
in 2006 created a sensation. A birdhouse with
zoo shop is a great place to find for fun and
spaces for lions and Siberian tigers, opened in
a free-flying hall for hummingbirds and other
educational souvenirs.
2007. The new enclosures are among the largest
tropical birds, a panorama facility for sea lions,
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Welcome
to Wuppertal
home of the
family-owned company
Lions atop a “boulder with a view” in their new enclosure, opened in 2007
Opened in 1881, the Wuppertal Zoological
Stadthalle
and most modern big catHistorische
facilities
in Europe.
The German stadthalle generally refers to a municipal auditorium
Gardens have now grown to size of around
A tower and a hollow construction of artificial
or community hall. If that reminds you of a faceless public building
highlight that draws families, fans of jazz and classical music
24 hectares. With its age-old trees, expansive
boulders with lookout windows – located in the
from the 1970s, Wuppertal’s Historische Stadthalle will be an
and supporters into the building and its beautiful gardens. The
meadows and large ponds, it is known as one
middle of the lion enclosure – afford visitors
eye-opener. Built in 1900, it underwent years of highly skilled
acclaimed Wuppertal Symphony Orchestra values the excellent
of Germany’s most beautifully landscaped zoos.
fascinating views.
restoration, to reopen in all its former splendourin 1996. Especially
acoustics of the grand hall and plays there regularly. The venue
impressive is its ornately decorated grand hall, with room for
also frequently hosts international ensembles and famed soloists,
The modern animal holding facilities and aes-
of all kinds. The large-scale Johannisberg Festival is a summer
thetically designed enclosures harmonise with
The highlights include a generously propor-
more than 1,500 visitors, situated at the heart of the building.
who are equally impressed by its sound quality. But lighter fare
the grounds. Regardless of the weather, visitors
tioned elephant enclosure, which is regarded
No wonder the Historische Stadthalle has been accepted into the
shines in the palace’s splendour too. From pop concerts and
exclusive group of Historic Conference Centres of Europe (HCCE).
musicals to comedy shows, from tango balls to over-30 parties,
events held here is virtually unlimited. And the cultural spectrum
are treated to a close-up view of approximately
as a model in the field of zoo construction and
4,500 animals belonging to 450 species from
management. The first two African elephants
all continents – including zoological rarities like
bred in North Rhine-Westphalia were born here
At the same time, the building is not a museum piece, but rather
okapis (“forest giraffes”), pudus (the world’s small-
in 2005, and a further elephant came to the
a lively venue for culture and business. Beneath its historic sur-
is complemented by a wide range of larger and smaller conferen-
est deer), drills, Asian gold cats and cheetahs.
world in 2007. The former elephant house was
face, you will find state-of-the-art event and communications
ces, seminars and corporate events, including medical congresses,
from mediaeval markets to reptile shows – the diversity of the
remodelled as a tapir house and is now home
technology that meets every demand that arises from more than
car presentations and much more.
The zoo has seen numerous modernisations
to the only Central American tapirs in Europe.
400 events annually. And the spectrum is broad: the Historische
You can find even more information about the location and its
and additions over the past years. The largest
Viewers can even watch them from underwater –
Stadthalle is a year-round attraction for aficionados of culture
current programme of events at: www.stadthalle.de.
project yet was an expansion of the grounds
a worldwide first! The birth of two baby tapirs
that included the construction of new open-air
in 2006 created a sensation. A birdhouse with
spaces for lions and Siberian tigers, opened in
a free-flying hall for hummingbirds and other
2007. The new enclosures are among the largest
tropical birds, a panorama facility for sea lions,
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WUPPER
Sights to see along the Wupper
The Wupper runs through the multifaceted city of Wuppertal like
Varresbecker Str.
a common thread. It flows around 34 km through the city as it
meanders along the valley. It accompanies the suspended monorail for over 13 km, carrying us along on its journey.
Vohwinkel | Bruch | Hammerstein
Flea market: The world’s biggest one-day, open-air flea market
transforms hundreds of thousands of visitors into bargain-hunters every year on the last Sunday of September.
Lüntenbeck castle: In 1231, this was the realm of the Abbey of
Gerresheim. Today, more worldly powers hold sway at Schloss
Lüntenbeck, although its romantic past comes back to life
during special events – like the charming Christmas market
on two December Sundays each year and enchanting summer
concerts in its courtyard.
Zoo Stadium
Sonnborn
Vohwinkelviaduct
flea market
Lüntenbeck castle
Zoo Stadium
Sonnborner Str. | Zoo/Stadion | Varresbeck
Zoo: Uphill and downhill – the Wuppertal Zoo, situated in a pretty
Zoo Stadium: Since its opening in 1924, the Stadion am Zoo
park with age-old trees, is one of Germany’s most beautifully
has served as fitting venue for a long list of top-level sporting
landscaped zoos. Here you can get a close-up view of animals
events. A modern grandstand for 5,000 spectators was built in
from all over the world – apes, tapirs, bears, big cats, elephants
1993, integrating the façade – a listed historical monument –
and reptiles – in modern facilities and open-air enclosures,
into its structure. The stadium seats more than 23,000.
Sonnborner Str.
regardless of weather conditions.
The Samba rail line: Built in 1891 and closed in 1989, the “SambaHammerstein
Trasse” is now an inviting cycling and hiking route. The historic
tracks run from Elberfeld to Cronenberg and over the zoo grounds,
affording an exciting bird’s-eye view of the big cat enclosure.
Bruch
W
UP
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The Samba hiking and cycling path
The zoo’s African penguin enclosure
Vohwinkel
The entry area of the zoo
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WUPPER
Sights to see along the Wupper
The Wupper runs through the multifaceted city of Wuppertal like
Varresbecker Str.
Souvenirs of Wuppertal !
a common thread. It flows around 34 km through the city as it
www.wuppertalshop.de | www.kaiserwagen.de
Döppersberg information centre
Touristinformation | Kaiserwagen Tours | Sightseeing Tours
Tel. +49 (0)202 / 563 22 70 / 563 21 80 / 1 94 33
meanders along the valley. It accompanies the suspended monorail for over 13 km, carrying us along on its journey.
Opening times: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Vohwinkel | Bruch | Hammerstein
Flea market: The world’s biggest one-day, open-air flea market
transforms hundreds of thousands of visitors into bargain-hunters every year on the last Sunday of September.
The suspension line in Vohwinkel
Lüntenbeck castle: In 1231, this was the realm of the Abbey of
Gerresheim. Today, more worldly powers hold sway at Schloss
Lüntenbeck, although its romantic past comes back to life
during special events – like the charming Christmas market
on two December Sundays each year and enchanting summer
concerts in its courtyard.
Zoo Stadium
Sonnborn viaduct
Lüntenbeck castle
Sonnborner Str. | Zoo/Stadion | Varresbeck
Zoo: Uphill and downhill – the Wuppertal Zoo, situated in a pretty
Zoo Stadium: Since its opening in 1924, the Stadion am Zoo
park with age-old trees, is one of Germany’s most beautifully
has served as fitting venue for a long list of top-level sporting
landscaped zoos. Here you can get a close-up view of animals
events. A modern grandstand for 5,000 spectators was built in
from all over the world – apes, tapirs, bears, big cats, elephants
1993, integrating the façade – a listed historical monument –
and reptiles – in modern facilities and open-air enclosures,
into its structure. The stadium seats more than 23,000.
Sonnborner Str.
regardless of weather conditions.
The Samba rail line: Built in 1891 and closed in 1989, the “SambaHammerstein
Trasse” is now an inviting cycling and hiking route. The historic
tracks run from Elberfeld to Cronenberg and over the zoo grounds,
affording an exciting bird’s-eye view of the big cat enclosure.
Bruch
The Kaiserwagen – Wuppertal’s lofty luxury lounge !
A ride on the “Kaiserwagen” promises a nostalgic pleasure across the
Wupper valley. We take pleasure in giving you information about bookings.
W
UP
PE
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www.kaiserwagen.de | www.wuppertalshop.de
Döppersberg information centre
Touristinformation | Kaiserwagen Tours | Sightseeing Tours
Tel. +49 (0)202 / 563 22 70 / 563 21 80 / 1 94 33
Opening times: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Samba hiking and cycling path
The zoo’s African penguin enclosure
Vohwinkel
The entry area of the zoo
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“Opera house” pool: Right next door to the Historische Stadthalle
lies the Schwimmoper, whose name refers to its monumental
architecture reminiscent of an opera house. Built in 1956, the
municipal pool is now a listed monument. With its curved lines,
concave roof and expansive glass surfaces, the structure has a
transparent and light appearance despite its size.
The high points:
Cronenberg: The name of the district appeared in writing for the
first time as “Cronberga” around 1050. The romantic little town
was chartered in 1808. The onion spire of the Reformed church on
Hauptstraße is unusual for the Berg region.
Ronsdorf: The city of Ronsdorf was founded in the 18th century by
the Zionite cleric Elias Eller. Up until 1929, the charming town was
Wuppertal’s best-known stairway
Luisenviertel
independent with its own thriving band-weaving industry. Kur-
Brill district
Church at Laurentiusplatz
fürstenstraße, the late baroque pastorate (1777) and the Reformed
Westende | Pestalozzistr. | Robert-Daum-Platz
De Weerth Garden: The industrialist De Weerth family designed
Ölberg:
A typical
workers’
The beautiful
Church school
(1828)
attestdistrict.
to the district’s
roots.stucco
the city’s first landscape garden in 1802: the Deweerthscher Gar-
façades are misleading – this was not a place of luxury!
Bayer AG: Way back in 1866, Friedrich Bayer and Friedrich Weskott
ten. Today, the garden is a haven of peace in the middle of town,
Ölberg,
or “oilRonsdorf
hill”, owesdam:
its name
to the fact that
Gelpe valley,
The recreational
areapetrolbordering dir-
relocated the Bayer AG main works – where Aspirin was invented –
surrounded by cafés, a pétanque field and sandpit, flanked
eum
were usedand
here
long after
the advent
elecectly lamps
on Cronenberg
Ronsdorf,
featuring
the of
Ronsdorfer
Tal-
to the city’s (old) westend. The suspended monorail offers a
by a memorial to the victims of the Third Reich and a modern
tricity.
Today
multicultural
neighbourhood
sperre and
thethe
two
brooks Saalbach
and Gelpe, celebrates
is a great place for
bird’s-eye view of the pipe landscape that comprises the factory
fountain.
its
goodback
sense
of community
the remnants
inviting Ölbergfest.
hiking
in time.
Here you with
can find
of early industry,
grounds.
like old knife-making huts and forges, where blades were ground
Stairs:
Withup
469
stairways
of 12,383 steps
and forged
topublic
the middle
of themade
20thup
century.
Ohligsmühle
Brill district: Industrialist villas with huge gardens as well as the
in total, the 19th-century residential areas of Wupper-
Brill district’s characteristic row houses with their richly decor-
Laurentius church/Laurentius square: St.-Laurentius-Kirche was
tal were clearly built for pedestrians. Today, 23 of the
ated façades attest to the wealth Wuppertal achieved through
the first Catholic church erected in Elberfeld after the Reforma-
Der 1. Märzare
1901listed
gilt als
der Tagmonuments.
der offiziellenThe
Betriebseröffnung.
staircases
historic
most
the textile industry in the 19th century.
tion. It was built between 1828 and 1835 in the neoclassical style.
Schon einige
Monate
zuvor fuhr der
deutsche
Kaiser mit Gefolge
famous
of them
is traditionally
known
as Tippen-Tap-
The adjacent Laurentiusplatz is one of the nicest squares in Wup-
die Strecke nach
Vohwinkel
die dann
zwei Jahre
später
pen-Tönchen,
echoing
the ab,
sound
of wooden
shoes
on bis
pertal to sit and relax over coffee.
Oberbarmen
damit auf
die volle
Länge has
von 103
13,3steps
Kilometern
the
steps. Theund
charming,
winding
stairway
Weyerbusch tower: The Weyerbuschturm looms high above Nüt-
erweitert
wurde.
haben die
diesethe
Bahn jedoch
and
connects
theGeliebt
Luisenviertel
in Menschen
Elberfeld with
zenberg in a park with an adventure playground and a high-ropes
Else Lasker-Schüler memorial on Herzogstraße: The expression-
nicht aufWith
Anhieb.
Aufgebrachte
Bürger
schrien Ladder
Zeter und
Ölberg.
155 stairs,
Jakobstreppe
– Jacob’s
– Mordio,
ist poet Else Lasker-Schüler (1869–1945) grew up in the Brill dis-
alsthe
kurz
vor dercontinuous,
Jahrhundertwende
die Schwesternstädte
is
longest
straight staircase
in Wuppertal.Barmen
Elberfeld old town (Luisenstr./Friedrich-Ebert-Str., Luisenviertel):
trict. Not only is she memorialised here, she created a memorial
und
Elberfeld
den Bau des „Tausendfüßlers“
beschlossen.
It
connects
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße
with Nützenberg.
The Elberfeld old town invites with its intriguing boutiques, cosy
for Wuppertal herself in her play “Die Wupper”.
Doch schon 1925 wurden fast 20 Millionen Fahrgäste mit der
park. A spectacular view of the entire valley.
shopping and relaxing. Each May, the Luisenfest flea market takes
Schwebebahn
– wahrlich
kein–Zeichen
von Ablehnung.
Stadthalle:
Thebefördert
Historische
Stadthalle
one of Europe’s
Robert-Daum-Platz
Endgültige
Weltberühmtheit
erlangte
sie concert
am 21. Juli
most
beautiful
and acoustically
refined
and1950. An die-
place here – very creative and international.
sem Tag sprang
der–junge
Tuffi während
Zirkus-Werconference
venues
offersElefant
a panoramic
view of einer
the city.
cafés, lively pub scene, restaurants and pretty squares for window
befahrt
aus einercentre
fahrenden
Bahninin1900
die Wupper
– und kam mit
This
community
was built
in the opulently
einer Schramme
am dicken
davon.
Die lovingly
Schwebebahn ist
decorative
Wilhelmine
style.Hinterteil
It reopened
in 1995
bis heuteto
eines
der sichersten
undand
zuverlässigsten
Fortbewegungsrestored
its original
splendour
unique acoustics
–
mittel, wenn
nur keintechnological
scheues Elefantenkind
ist.
enhanced
by man
21st-century
equipment.
Johannisberg sculpture park: The Historische Stadthalle
is framed by four important artworks, the sculptures “ElasDie Schwebebahn
und ihre
tisch schwebend” (‘Elastically Floating’) by Claus
Bury,
Veränderung
im Laufe der Zeit.
“Anröchter Dolomit” (‘Dolomite from Anröcht’)
by Ulrich
Westende
Rückriem, “229,5° Arc x 5” by Bernard Venet and “Rondo”
Pestalozzistraße
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by Alf Lechner, at the entrance.
Ohligsmühle
“Opera house” pool: Right next door to the Historische Stadthalle
lies the Schwimmoper, whose name refers to its monumental
architecture reminiscent of an opera house. Built in 1956, the
municipal pool is now a listed monument. With its curved lines,
concave roof and expansive glass surfaces, the structure has a
transparent and light appearance despite its size.
The high points:
Cronenberg: The name of the district appeared in writing for the
first time as “Cronberga” around 1050. The romantic little town
was chartered in 1808. The onion spire of the Reformed church on
Hauptstraße is unusual for the Berg region.
Ronsdorf: The city of Ronsdorf was founded in the 18th century by
the Zionite cleric Elias Eller. Up until 1929, the charming town was
independent with its own thriving band-weaving industry. Kur-
Laurentiusplatz
Brill district
Wuppertal’s best-known stairway
Church at Laurentiusplatz
fürstenstraße, the late baroque pastorate (1777) and the Reformed
Westende | Pestalozzistr. | Robert-Daum-Platz
De Weerth Garden: The industrialist De Weerth family designed
Church school (1828) attest to the district’s roots.
the city’s first landscape garden in 1802: the Deweerthscher GarBayer AG: Way back in 1866, Friedrich Bayer and Friedrich Weskott
ten. Today, the garden is a haven of peace in the middle of town,
Gelpe valley, Ronsdorf dam: The recreational area bordering dir-
relocated the Bayer AG main works – where Aspirin was invented –
surrounded by cafés, a pétanque field and sandpit, flanked
ectly on Cronenberg and Ronsdorf, featuring the Ronsdorfer Tal-
to the city’s (old) westend. The suspended monorail offers a
by a memorial to the victims of the Third Reich and a modern
sperre and the two brooks Saalbach and Gelpe, is a great place for
bird’s-eye view of the pipe landscape that comprises the factory
fountain.
hiking back in time. Here you can find remnants of early industry,
grounds.
like old knife-making huts and forges, where blades were ground
and forged up to the middle of the 20th century.
Ohligsmühle
Brill district: Industrialist villas with huge gardens as well as the
Brill district’s characteristic row houses with their richly decor-
Laurentius church/Laurentius square: St.-Laurentius-Kirche was
ated façades attest to the wealth Wuppertal achieved through
the first Catholic church erected in Elberfeld after the Reforma-
the textile industry in the 19th century.
tion. It was built between 1828 and 1835 in the neoclassical style.
The adjacent Laurentiusplatz is one of the nicest squares in Wup-
Weyerbusch tower: The Weyerbuschturm looms high above Nüt-
pertal to sit and relax over coffee.
zenberg in a park with an adventure playground and a high-ropes
Ölberg (“oil hill”)
park. A spectacular view of the entire valley.
Else Lasker-Schüler memorial on Herzogstraße: The expressionist poetElberfeld
Else Lasker-Schüler (1869–1945) grew up in the Brill dis-
Elberfeld old town (Luisenstr./Friedrich-Ebert-Str., Luisenviertel):
trict. Not only is she memorialised here, she created a memorial
The Elberfeld old town invites with its intriguing boutiques, cosy
for Wuppertal herself in her play “Die Wupper”.
cafés, lively pub scene, restaurants and pretty squares for window
Robert-Daum-Platz
shopping and relaxing. Each May, the Luisenfest flea market takes
place here – very creative and international.
Westende
Pestalozzistraße
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11
Ohligsmühle
Kluse
Döppersberg (Main Station)
Entrance
Pina Bausch
andDance
interiorCompany
view of the Von der Heydt Museum
Pedestrian zone in Elberfeld
City Arkaden shopping centre in Elberfeld
The Stadtsparkasse tower and Tony Cragg sculpture “Zufuhr” (‘Intake’)
Döppersberg
Vonthe
On
derway,
Heydt
you
Museum:
will cross
You
Neumarkt
can viewwith
the crème
its de la crème
with the support of almost 400 assistants. The university is
Main station, Information Centre: The bus station, the suspen-
jubilee
fountain
andVon
many
marketHere, a top-class
of art history
in the
der colourful
Heydt Museum.
characterised by direct channels of communication – on the aca-
sion line terminal and the main station form the gateway to the
collection
stalls.
Builtisindisplayed
1901, the in
fountain
an exceptionally
is a replicabeautiful
of the architectural
demic as well as personal levels – and emphasises individuality
city. At the Information Centre at Döppersberg, you can find an
setting: Elberfeld’s
Fountain
of Neptunefirst
in the
citynorthern
hall, built
Italian
between
city 1827 and 1842.
and human interaction.
array of interesting souvenirs along with practical information
Highlights
of
Trento. Tony
include
Cragg,
important
a Wuppertaler
paintings
by choice
from the 17th century
for tourists.
to the
and
internationally
present as wellknown
as a collection
artist, hasofplaced
sculptures
his from the 19th
Wuppertal Institute: The Wuppertal Institute is an effective
and 20th
mark
on the
centuries.
city with
Immerse
his artworks:
yourself
the
inbronzes
the fascinating worlds of
and international organisation dedicated to climate, environ-
Elberfeld civic centre: Elberfeld’s main shopping area can be
Der 1. MärzToulouse-Lautrec,
1901 gilt
als der Tag
derand
offiziellen
Betriebseröffnung.
“Mörser/Flasche”
Spitzweg,
(‘Mortar/Bottle’)
Liebermann,
“AmphoMunch,
Degas, Monet,
ment and energy research. Its goal: to overcome conflicts be-
found in front of the station. In case of bad weather, you can
Schon einige
Monate
zuvor
fuhr der
Kaiser
Gefolge
re/Dose”
Gauguin,
(‘Amphora/Can’)
Picasso,
Paula
Modersohn-Becker
flank
the deutsche
entrance
and
manymit
others.
The
tween economy and ecology.
take refuge in one of the two excellent shopping centres Rat-
die
Strecke
nach
Vohwinkel
ab, die
zwei Jahre
später
bis
world-class
to
the
Von der
special
Heydt
exhibitions
Museum,
are
hisdann
also
“Wupper”
always
worth
a visit.
hausgalerie and City Arkaden and continue browsing with a
Oberbarmen
und damit and
auf die
Längecornuvon 13,3 Kilometern
“flows”
near Neumarkt
the volle
symbolic
roof over your head.
erweitert
wurde.
Geliebt
haben
die Menschen
diese Bahn how
jedoch
Timepiece
copia
“Zufuhr”
museum:
(‘Intake’)
Around
is located
2,000
before
objectsthe
demonstrate
nicht
auf
Anhieb.
Aufgebrachte
Bürger
schrien
Zeteryears
und in
Mordio,
main
headquarters
of the
bank.
mankind
has
measured
theStadtsparkasse
passing
time
for
5,000
the
Theatre: Designed by Gerhard Graubner, the theatre was inaug-
City church (Old Reformed church): The oldest church in Elber-
als kurz
vorhas
deracquired
Jahrhundertwende
diebySchwesternstädte
Barmen
The
artist
the anthroposophical
timepiece
museum,
privately
owned
the jeweller Abeler.
urated in 1966 by Heinrich Böll. With its clear lines, the building
feld, its first foundations were laid as early as the middle of
und Elberfeld den
Bau des „Tausendfüßlers“
beschlossen.
Herberts-Villa
(Unterbarmen),
where he is de-
appeals to modern aesthetic sensibilities and seats 745. Its multi-
the 10th century. Along with its function as a place of worship,
Dochold
schon
wurden
fast 20 Millionen Fahrgäste
mit der
veloping
his 1925
sculpture
park.
The
synagogue:
The
Begegnungsstätte
Alte Synagoge
faceted programme ranges from theatre to dance. A large Henry
the church now serves as a venue for many interesting cultural
Schwebebahn
– wahrlich
keinofZeichen
vonElberfeld
Ablehnung.
Wuppertal is a befördert
reminder of
the location
the former
Moore sculpture of a seated figure welcomes visitors in the foyer.
events. The beautiful church square with the monument to the
Endgültige
Weltberühmtheit
erlangte
sieinstallations,
amto21. Juli 1950.
An dieCity
hall: The
Rathaus
adjacent
synagogue.
It isimposing
used for art
exhibitions,
school
history of the Elberfeld fortress and a number of cafés is an
sem Tag sprang
der
junge Elefant
Tuffi
während
einer Zirkus-WerNeumarkt,
nowand
an events.
administrative
building,
presentations
The memorial
alsowas
features
a per-
Tanztheater Pina Bausch: Theatre critics call Pina Bausch one
invitation to stop for a break.
befahrt
aus
einer
fahrenden
Bahn
in
Wupper
undregion.
kam mit
built
around
1900.
With
79-metre
coppermanent
exhibit
about
theitshistory
of die
Jews
in the –Berg
of the most important contemporary choreographers. The Wup-
einer Schramme
amespecially
dicken Hinterteil
davon.
Die Schwebebahn ist
domed
tower, it is
impressive
illumin-
pertal Tanztheater shares her worldwide acclaim. She has been
Public art in Elberfeld: The Poststraße pedestrian zone runs
bis heute
eines
der
sichersten
und
zuverlässigsten
Fortbewegungsated
after
nightfall.
Berg
university:
Since
1972, the
fortress-like
complex
that houses
recognised with many awards and is revered in the international
straight through the hustle and bustle of Elberfeld, framed by
mittel,
wenn man
nur kein has
scheues
Elefantenkind
ist. offering
the Bergische
Universität
towered
over the valley,
dance scene.
the two traditional Wuppertal figures Mina Knallenfalls and
around 13,000 students a safe haven of knowledge and educa-
Zuckerfritz by Ulle Hees. You can also count the many partner
tion. The school’s approximately 50 different study programmes
CinemaxX: Right next door you can enjoy compelling big-screen
cities, which appear – Hollywood-style – on bronze plaques
are taught by around 300 professors, who also conduct research
experiences.
embedded in the cobblestones. Turn left toward the Rathausgalerie and you will encounter the bold lion of the Grand
Duchy of Berg.
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Kluse
Die Schwebebahn und ihre
Veränderung im Laufe der Zeit.
Kluse
Döppersberg (Main Station)
Entrance and interior view of the Von der Heydt Museum
Kluse
Pedestrian zone in Elberfeld
City Arkaden shopping centre in Elberfeld
The Stadtsparkasse tower and Tony Cragg sculpture “Zufuhr” (‘Intake’)
Döppersberg
Von der Heydt Museum: You can view the crème de la crème
with the support of almost 400 assistants. The university is
Main station, Information Centre: The bus station, the suspen-
of art history in the Von der Heydt Museum. Here, a top-class
characterised by direct channels of communication – on the aca-
sion line terminal and the main station form the gateway to the
collection is displayed in an exceptionally beautiful architectural
demic as well as personal levels – and emphasises individuality
city. At the Information Centre at Döppersberg, you can find an
setting: Elberfeld’s first city hall, built between 1827 and 1842.
and human interaction.
array of interesting souvenirs along with practical information
Highlights include important paintings from the 17th century
for tourists.
to the present as well as a collection of sculptures from the 19th
Wuppertal Institute: The Wuppertal Institute is an effective
and 20th centuries. Immerse yourself in the fascinating worlds of
and international organisation dedicated to climate, environ-
Elberfeld civic centre: Elberfeld’s main shopping area can be
Spitzweg, Toulouse-Lautrec, Liebermann, Munch, Degas, Monet,
ment and energy research. Its goal: to overcome conflicts be-
found in front of the station. In case of bad weather, you can
Gauguin, Picasso, Paula Modersohn-Becker and many others. The
tween economy and ecology.
take refuge in one of the two excellent shopping centres Rat-
world-class special exhibitions are also always worth a visit.
hausgalerie and City Arkaden and continue browsing with a
Kluse
Timepiece museum: Around 2,000 objects demonstrate how
Cityyour
hall head.
roof over
City church (Old Reformed church): The oldest church in Elber-
mankind has measured the passing time for 5,000 years in the
Theatre: Designed by Gerhard Graubner, the theatre was inaug-
timepiece museum, privately owned by the jeweller Abeler.
urated in 1966 by Heinrich Böll. With its clear lines, the building
feld, its first foundations were laid as early as the middle of
appeals to modern aesthetic sensibilities and seats 745. Its multi-
the 10th century. Along with its function as a place of worship,
The old synagogue: The Begegnungsstätte Alte Synagoge
faceted programme ranges from theatre to dance. A large Henry
the church now serves as a venue for many interesting cultural
Wuppertal is a reminder of the location of the former Elberfeld
Moore sculpture of a seated figure welcomes visitors in the foyer.
events. The beautiful church square with the monument to the
synagogue. It is used for art exhibitions, installations, school
history of the Elberfeld fortress and a number of cafés is an
presentations and events. The memorial also features a per-
Tanztheater Pina Bausch: Theatre critics call Pina Bausch one
invitation to stop for a break.
manent exhibit about the history of Jews in the Berg region.
of the most important contemporary choreographers. The Wup-
Public art in Elberfeld: The Poststraße pedestrian zone runs
Berg university: Since 1972, the fortress-like complex that houses
recognised with many awards and is revered in the international
straight through the hustle and bustle of Elberfeld, framed by
the Bergische Universität has towered over the valley, offering
dance scene.
the two traditional Wuppertal figures Mina Knallenfalls and
around 13,000 students a safe haven of knowledge and educa-
Zuckerfritz by Ulle Hees. You can also count the many partner
tion. The school’s approximately 50 different study programmes
CinemaxX: Right next door you can enjoy compelling big-screen
cities, which appear – Hollywood-style – on bronze plaques
are taught by around 300 professors, who also conduct research
experiences.
pertal Tanztheater shares her worldwide acclaim. She has been
embedded in the cobblestones. Turn left toward the Rathausgegr. 1881
galerie and you will encounter the bold lion of the Grand
Duchy of Berg.
VULKANFIBER +
KUNSTSTOFF-HERSTELLUNG
www.sachsenroeder.com
Friedrich-Engels-Allee 143 · 42285 Wuppertal · Tel. 02 02 / 2 80 54-0
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The opera house
“The Sun”
by in
Friedrich
Werthmann
A room
the Engels
residence
The Elisenturm tower
Museum of anthropology: Missionaries belonging to the Rhenish
Opera house: The original building was completed in
Missionary Society and the Bethel Mission brought the exhibits to
1907 according to plans drawn up by the Cologne-based
Eiland: An island in Wuppertal! Known earlier as a legal venue,
the Völkerkundemuseum in Wuppertal: religious and utilitarian ob-
architect Carl Moritz. This mixture of neobaroque and art
the tiny island is now a great place to stroll along the Wupper.
jects, masks, jewellery, weapons and statues from Africa and Asia.
nouveau styles reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the
Landgericht | Völklinger Straße | Loher Brücke
Alter Markt
1950s, the period in which the war-damaged opera house
Also well worth seeing: the neoclassical county court building
dating from 1850. From the suspended monorail station Landge-
St. Paul’s Church: The Pauluskirche, designed by Gerhard August
was rebuilt. As a significant example of its style, the
richt you can begin the climb to the Hardt recreational area.
Fischer in 1882 for the United Protestant congregation of Unter-
structure is now a listed historic monument. Following
barmen, has been used for religious services, lectures, concerts
extensive restoration, it will
resume
serving as a venue for
Loher
Brücke
and exhibitions since 1991.
performances in 2009.
Adlerbrücke | Alter Markt
Werth: Werth is Barmen’s central shopping area, with
Die Hardt: An ideal outdoor recreation area with expansive parks
right in the middle of Wuppertal, Hardt is 2 km long and almost
1 km wide. The steep slopes on the south side glitter with opulent
numerous specialty shops. The first thing you are likely
villas from the Wilhelmine period, while little gardens adorn its
northern fringe. Its most important park is the botanical garden,
Historic centre: Here you will find the Museum of Early Indus-
to see when you start your shopping trip is the memorial
with its numerous domestic and exotic plants on the grounds and
trialisation, which offers fascinating visual impressions of the
to the Barmen Declaration, “Ja-Sager und die Nein-Sa-
in greenhouses. The Elisenturm is an architectural highlight of
industrial history of the Berg region. This is also the location of
ger” (‘Yea-sayer and the nay-sayers’), by Ulle Hees. The
the gardens. The tower was named in honour of Elise, the wife of
the Engels family residence, where you can view an exhibition
important theological declaration of faith in defiance of
Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia. It features an exceptionally beau-
on the life and work of the social scientist Friedrich Engels. The
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(1900)
at neighbouring
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buildings, as well as the monument to workers “Kampf des ar-
the Kunsthalle Barmen, which holds contemporary art exhib-
and weddings. The atmospheric Orangerie offers enticing cuisine
beitenden Menschen” (‘The worker’s fight’) by Alfred Hrdliçka,
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lawns
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shopping
arcades.
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its prestigious
building
on the the generously proportioned
park along
a series of historic monuments
southern
side of the square
in 1900.
and down into the lush Bachtal valley.
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15
Johannes-Rau-Platz and Barmen city hall
Alter Markt
The opera house
“The Sun” by Friedrich Werthmann
The Elisenturm tower
Landgericht | Völklinger Straße | Loher Brücke
Museum of anthropology: Missionaries belonging to the Rhenish
Alter Markt
Missionary Society and the Bethel Mission brought the exhibits to
Eiland: An island in Wuppertal! Known earlier as a legal venue,
the Völkerkundemuseum in Wuppertal: religious and utilitarian ob-
the tiny island is now a great place to stroll along the Wupper.
jects, masks, jewellery, weapons and statues from Africa and Asia.
Also well worth seeing: the neoclassical county court building
dating from 1850. From the suspended monorail station Landge-
St. Paul’s Church: The Pauluskirche, designed by Gerhard August
richt you can begin the climb to the Hardt recreational area.
Fischer in 1882 for the United Protestant congregation of Unterbarmen, has been used for religious services, lectures, concerts
Die Hardt: An ideal outdoor recreation area with expansive parks
Loher Brücke
"Haus der Jugend"
and exhibitions
since 1991.
right in the middle of Wuppertal, Hardt is 2 km long and almost
1 km wide. The steep slopes on the south side glitter with opulent
Adlerbrücke
Adlerbrücke | Alter Markt
villas from the Wilhelmine period, while little gardens adorn its
northern fringe. Its most important park is the botanical garden,
Historic centre: Here you will find the Museum of Early Indus-
with its numerous domestic and exotic plants on the grounds and
trialisation, which offers fascinating visual impressions of the
in greenhouses. The Elisenturm is an architectural highlight of
industrial history of the Berg region. This is also the location of
the gardens. The tower was named in honour of Elise, the wife of
the Engels family residence, where you can view an exhibition
Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia. It features an exceptionally beau-
on the life and work of the social scientist Friedrich Engels. The
The Ruhmeshalle (1900) at Geschwister-Scholl-Platz is home to
tiful domed room that serves as a space for concerts, exhibitions
buildings, as well as the monument to workers “Kampf des ar-
the Kunsthalle Barmen, which holds contemporary art exhib-
and weddings. The atmospheric Orangerie offers enticing cuisine
beitenden Menschen” (‘The worker’s fight’) by Alfred Hrdliçka,
itions on a regular basis, and the youth centre Haus der Jugend,
with a wonderful view. The approximately 22-metre Bismarckturm
are situated in a small park, the Engels Garden.
a popular venue for plays and concerts. Watching over the square
was erected in honour of the former reichspräsident Otto von
Völklinger Straße
Bismarck in 1907, financed mainly by donations. 47 towers of the
Johannes-Rau-Platz and Barmen city hall
is a statue of Bismarck dating back to 1900. When you reach the
other end of Werth, you will find the fountain-sculpture “Die Son-
same design (called “Twilight of the Gods”) by Wilhelm Kreis were
ne” (‘The Sun’) by Friedrich Werthmann. A little further, in Beek-
built across Germany by the German Student Union.
mannshof on Kleiner Werth, you can view a sculpture by François
Morellet. The elegant art nouveau station Werther Brücke invites
you to hop back on the suspended monorail and soar away.
College of theology, Wuppertal: Founded by the Confessing
Church in 1935, the Kirchliche Hochschule Wuppertal has been
North park: Expansive lawns and picturesque, tree-lined boule-
operated by the Protestant Church in the Rhineland since 1975.
vards are trademarks of Nordpark. The view extends over the city
and all the way to Ehrenberg. Lovely paths lead through the generously proportioned park along a series of historic monuments
and down into the lush Bachtal valley.
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Oberbarmen
train station
(Berliner Platz)
Wupperfeld
The historical gardens of Barmen park
Typical
Wuppertal-Beyenburg
façades of the Berg region
Werther Brücke
Werther Brücke | Wupperfeld | Oberbarmen
A church turned culture centre: No longer used
Flea market in Heckinghaus: The popular flea mar-
role in Beyenburg – and not only in the cloister
for religious services, Immanuelskirche is now a
ket “Bleicherfest” (‘Bleacher Festival’) takes place
and church. A large wooden cross dating from
culture centre that combines the special charm
annually in Heckinghaus. Even the street the event
1760 stands at house No. 18. Legend has it that
of a historic church with professional technical
takes part on – Auf der Bleiche – reflects the town’s
Beyenburg will remain protected from fire as
equipment and great acoustics you don’t have
past as a centre of textile bleaching.
long as this cross is honoured and cared for.
to be a musician to appreciate.
Toelleturm tower
16
17
Children’s museum: in the spring of 1986 Wupper-
Kemna: The concentration camp at Kemna was
Barmen park: Open to the public yet privately
tal’s unique Kindermuseum opened its doors –
used for political prisoners between Beyenburg
owned. Joseph Clemens Weyhe, Director of the
made by pupils, tradesmen and teachers – to
and Oberbarmen. A wreath-laying ceremony is
Düsseldorf Gardens, laid the groundwork for the
show a rich collection of works by children all
held annually at a memorial built here in 1983.
park’s planning. The large and open, naturally
over the world.
The bronze relief was designed by an art work-
landscaped areas spread out along the slopes
Werther Brücke suspension line station
group from a Wuppertal grammar school.
of Barmen’s southern hills feature numerous
The high points:
historic landmarks and majestic age-old trees.
Beyenburg: The big city suddenly seems quite far
Vorwerkpark, known throughout the country for
off. Here you will find row upon row of the Berg
its rhododendron gardens and fine design, as
region’s characteristic grey slate-tiled buildings
well as the Ehrenfriedhof (cemetery of honour)
with windows featuring typical green shutters
and the 26-metre Toelleturm tower, built in 1887,
and bright white crossbars, built directly on a
are also well worth a visit.
picturesque little lake. Crosses play an important
Oberbarmen
train station
(Berliner Platz)
Wupperfeld
Barmen park
The historical gardens of Barmen park
Wuppertal-Beyenburg
Werther Brücke
Werther Brücke | Wupperfeld | Oberbarmen
A church turned culture centre: No longer used
Flea market in Heckinghaus: The popular flea mar-
role in Beyenburg – and not only in the cloister
for religious services, Immanuelskirche is now a
ket “Bleicherfest” (‘Bleacher Festival’) takes place
and church. A large wooden cross dating from
culture centre that combines the special charm
annually in Heckinghaus. Even the street the event
1760 stands at house No. 18. Legend has it that
of a historic church with professional technical
takes part on – Auf der Bleiche – reflects the town’s
Beyenburg will remain protected from fire as
equipment and great acoustics you don’t have
past as a centre of textile bleaching.
long as this cross is honoured and cared for.
Suspension line
to be a musician to appreciate.
Children’s museum: in the spring of 1986 Wupper-
Kemna: The concentration camp at Kemna was
Barmen park: Open to the public yet privately
tal’s unique Kindermuseum opened its doors –
used for political prisoners between Beyenburg
owned. Joseph Clemens Weyhe, Director of the
made by pupils, tradesmen and teachers – to
and Oberbarmen. A wreath-laying ceremony is
Düsseldorf Gardens, laid the groundwork for the
show a rich collection of works by children all
held annually at a memorial built here in 1983.
park’s planning. The large and open, naturally
over the world.
The bronze relief was designed by an art work-
landscaped areas spread out along the slopes
The high points:
historic landmarks and majestic age-old trees.
Beyenburg: The big city suddenly seems quite far
Vorwerkpark, known throughout the country for
off. Here you will find row upon row of the Berg
its rhododendron gardens and fine design, as
region’s characteristic grey slate-tiled buildings
well as the Ehrenfriedhof (cemetery of honour)
with windows featuring typical green shutters
and the 26-metre Toelleturm tower, built in 1887,
and bright white crossbars, built directly on a
are also well worth a visit.
picturesque little lake. Crosses play an important
Wuppertal-Beyenburg
Toelleturm tower
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group from a Wuppertal grammar school.
of Barmen’s southern hills feature numerous
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Döppersberg/main station
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Laurentius church/
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Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 21
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Elberfeld
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Bus
line 643,
Engelsstr.
10 – 18, Barmen
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bus line 608,
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Wuppertal Institut
stop
at “Botanischer
Garten”,
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(0)2 02 /5 63-64
98
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“Elisenstraße”
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Energie GmbH
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wuppertal.de
Barmen park
Döppersberg 19
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Untere Lichtenplatzer Straße/
City zoo
“Opera house” pool
Hubertusallee 30
Südstr. 29, Elberfeld
Timepiece museum
Elberfeld
Elberfeld
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Poststraße 11, Elberfeld
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North park
Vorwerkpark
Kaiserstraße
Friedrich-Ebert-Str. 217
Döppersberg/main station
Bus stop “Karlsplatz”
Missionsstr. 9, Elberfeld
Mallack 1, Barmen
Adolf-Vorwerk-Straße 33
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Lüntenbeck castle
Bergische Universität
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City church –
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42285 Wuppertal
Immanuelskirche –
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Döppersberg 19
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City zoo
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Südstr. 29, Elberfeld
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