3 Best Landmarks in Dortmund

“Hohensyburg is a historical and well-known place in Dortmund. The mountain, also known as Syburg, represents the remains of a hilltop castle situated approximately 245 meters above sea level. This location has served as a natural theater and, since 1985, has been the site of the Hohensyburg casino. The intricately designed area shows the mountain's shadow from the south, featuring the Kaiser Wilhelm monument. The mountain's steep slope is sorrounded by standstone bricks, with three structures that are originally designed to fortify the main castle. Many visitors to the mountain now commence their journey from the parking lot of the Hohensyburg casino, others prefer the western edge for walking.”

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“LWL-Museum Zeche Zollern is a famous industrial museum in Dortmund. The architectural and technological aspects of the mine aimed to symbolize economic prowess and modernity. The essential object in the struggle for preservation was the machine hall with the impressive Art Nouveau portal, which is today an icon of industrial culture. The conservation of the flagship building made of steel and glass in 1969 preserved the entire complex and marked the beginning of industrial monument preservation in Germany. LWL-Museum Zeche Zollern shows various collections from different time periods. Tickets can be booked online.”

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“St. Reinoldi is a popular tourist attraction in Dortmund. The church was named after the city's saint. It is a protestant church and holds the distinction of being the oldest surviving church in the historical city center. St. Reinoldi is characterised by its early Gothic three-bay basilica, late Romanesque transept, late Gothic choir, and an adjoining Romanesque-style Baroque west tower. It showcases various architectural influences across different periods. The oldest section still standing today is the transept, constructed just before the mid-13th century. It now serves as the Protestant town church of Dortmund.”

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