The Zollverein colliery is located in Essen-Stoppenberg. The mine was operated from 1851 to 1986 and was one of the most modern coal mines in the world at that time.

Today, the colliery is a monument of industrial culture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The double winding tower is also called the "Eifel tower" of the Ruhr area.

For photographers, the colliery and the coking plant located right next door offer many attractive photo motifs.

It is possible to take part in guided tours of the facilities, during which the visitor can learn a lot about the operation of the colliery, the coking plant and the people who worked there. During the guided tour you will also get insights and perspectives that are withheld from the normal visitor.