Phoenix-West Blast Furnace – Hympendahl Viaduct Ruins loop from Polizeipräsidium

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Germany

North Rhine-Westphalia

Ruhr Region

Phoenix-West Blast Furnace – Hympendahl Viaduct Ruins loop from Polizeipräsidium

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Phoenix-West Blast Furnace – Hympendahl Viaduct Ruins loop from Polizeipräsidium

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15.8km

80m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.00 km

Phoenix West Industrial Heritage Site

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The last remnants of industrial culture can still be seen on the former site of the Hoeschwerk.

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3.69 km

View of Phoenix West

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On the former site of the Hoeschwerk you can still see the last remnants of industrial culture. You can still see the blast furnace.

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Phoenix West Former Blast Furnace

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Phoenix-West blast furnace (formerly Hoerder Verein, last operated by Friedrich Krupp AG Hoesch-Krupp, decommissioned in 1998). The area is currently in the process of being turned into a modern technology plant. Some of the remaining structures of the ironworks are intended to be incorporated into the new facilities, while others are supposed to be turned into a museum site. One blast furnace has been preserved, a second one has been mostly dismantled, only the outer frame, the Cowper stoves and the lower portion of the furnace itself remain. The site is currently only accessible to the public as part of guided tours along a walkway called the "Skywalk Dortmund". However, unlike other sites in Germany, the inside of the remains of blast furnace 6 is accessible to the public.
The outer frame of blast furnace 6 is considered for a re-purposed use. A colorful light installation illuminates the plant at special occasions in the summer. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_preserved_historic_blast_furnaces#Germany_2

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Phoenix-West Blast Furnace

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The Phoenix-West blast furnace plant, founded in the 19th century, is a testament to Dortmund's industrial past and is located in the Hörde district. It symbolizes the steel production that has long been a defining feature of the Ruhr region. After the plant was closed at the end of the 20th century, the site was converted into an innovative commercial and recreational area, with the historic industrial structures being preserved as monuments.

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5.38 km

Hympendahl Viaduct Ruins

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And again, a place in the Ruhr area that you just have to see. The small detour is worthwhile.

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7.91 km

Phoenix Lake

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There used to be a huge industrial area here, the Phoenix Ost steelworks. It was recultivated, a lake, a residential area and a local recreation area were created. Today you can relax here and at the same time you are reminded of the past of this place and the Ruhr area itself.

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9.98 km

Phoenixsee Harbor Promenade

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The harbor promenade at Phoenixsee in Dortmund is a popular place for strolling, enjoying, and relaxing. This attractive promenade on the northern shore of the Phoenixsee offers a variety of gastronomic establishments and recreational opportunities that attract both locals and visitors.

Among the outstanding restaurants on the harbor promenade is Haus Phoenixsee. Under the direction of renowned chefs Nikolas Köster and Anthony Sarpong, international cuisine is served here in a casual yet elegant ambiance. The restaurant features a beautiful terrace overlooking the lake and offers a variety of dishes prepared with seasonal and regional ingredients.

Another popular restaurant is the Pfefferkorn NY Steakhouse. This steakhouse is known for its high-quality steaks and extensive wine selection. With its cozy atmosphere and excellent location directly on the lakefront, it is an ideal place for a special dinner. The restaurant also offers options for vegetarians and vegans, as well as gluten-free dishes.

The promenade itself is a vibrant place with numerous cafes, ice cream parlors, and shops. It invites you to take extended walks and offers many seating areas from which to enjoy the view of the lake and the surroundings. In addition, regular events and markets take place here, enriching the cultural offerings of the region.

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Hüttenmann Statue at Phoenix-West

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"The smelting man"

Not just a bronze sculpture, but a work of art with history.

1953, the Hörder Neumarkt was embellished by a new fountain.
At its edge, on a pedestal, stood a steel cooker made of bronze
"The Hüttenmann", created by the Dortmunder Sculptor Friedel Dornberg.
Six years later, he suddenly disappeared from the marketplace. The Hörder citizens spoke of a night and fog action because they were not informed in advance. The hut man was simply "transferred" to the Dortmund Central Station to greet the incoming visitors to the Federal Garden Show. Later he had his place in the Westfalenpark for a few years, overlooking the blast furnaces. It is thanks to the local historian Willi Garth that he was able to return to his old homeland in 2009. About 300 m as the crow flies from the former location on Hörder Neumarkt, he now "guards" the Phoenix West area as a typical figure of a bygone era.

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15.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

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9.19 km

4.08 km

1.77 km

375 m

299 m

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13.7 km

1.42 km

554 m

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October 19, 2025,Die Niere in Dortmund

Having cycled and run so often in Dortmund, we have never been to the Niere - a currently roughened and broken cycle path - is currently being renovated and is absolutely idyllic

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