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This week we'll be visiting Essen, Dortmund and Bochum, cycling around Bottrop and canoeing down the Ruhr River.
Essen was once Germany's largest industrial hub. Now, it's representing the Ruhr region as one of this year's European Capitals of Culture.
Adolf Winkelmann is a film director from Dortmund, and his work is often an homage to the Ruhr region. See his favorite spots around town with Winkelmann' three tips for a trip to Dortmund. More on video on demand!
The Ruhr River was once among Germany's dirtiest commercial waterways. Today, only the last 12 kilometers of the river are used to transport goods. But the Ruhr's water quality has improved over the years, and it has become a popular recreational spot. We accompanied 25 adventure-seekers on an exciting canoe trip between the organic farm Ohler Mühle and the town of Schwerte.
In a region where former mines have become cultural landmarks, it's no wonder that the dumps once used to store extra rock at the mines have also found a new purpose. One such location is hosting an art installation - and these elevated sites also feature panoramic views of the landscape. We'll cycle from one former dump to the next and get to know the underground spaces at the Hannover Coal Mine.
New Zealanders Georgia Bergerson and Jos Hoetjes are new cast members in the musical Starlight Express. We met them for a tour of Bochum. More on video on demand!
