langendreer

Alfred Harff

This Stolpersteine commemorates Alfred Harff, a Jewish resident of Harpen who fell victim to Nazi persecution. The small brass plaque, polished by time and touch, shines amidst the gray stone streets. It serves as a permanent reminder of th

Bazan

Bazan is a hidden industrial relic in Langendreer, a former factory building whose peeling paint and rusted machinery tell a story of labor and decline. Tucked away from main roads, it offers an off-the-beaten-path adventure for urban explo

Dorfkirche Heven

The village church of Heven is a timeless sanctuary that has witnessed the spiritual and communal evolution of Langendreer for centuries. Its Romanesque origins mixed with Gothic additions create a unique architectural tapestry rich in hist

Ehemalige Brennerei Eickelberg

The former Eickelberg distillery is a relic of the local industrial and commercial history, showcasing the brick architecture common in the region's manufacturing past. This site once played a role in the production of spirits or related go

Expellees Memorial

This solemn monument commemorates the thousands of displaced persons who fled or were expelled from their homes following the Second World War. Located in Querenburg, it serves as a poignant symbol of loss, migration, and eventual resettlem

Forced Laborers' Graves

These graves mark the final resting place of many individuals who perished while working under coercion during the Nazi regime. Situated in Querenburg, the site is a hallowed ground where simple markers stand in rows, bearing witness to the

Gartenstadt Crengeldanz

Gartenstadt Crengeldanz is a picturesque garden city neighborhood in Langendreer, designed in the early 20th century to provide green, healthy living for workers. Its tree-lined streets and uniform, charming houses with private gardens embo

Grab von Karl Bracht und Joseph Patocki (Gedenkstein Kapp-Putsch)

This memorial stone in Querenburg marks the grave of Karl Bracht and Joseph Patocki, victims of the Kapp Putsch of 1920. The stone stands as a somber reminder of the political violence that shook the early Weimar Republic. It is a site of h

Haus Crengeldanz

Haus Crengeldanz is an elegant historic villa that exudes the charm of 19th-century bourgeois life, with ornate stucco details and tall, arched windows. Set back from the street, it is framed by mature trees and a well-tended garden that en

Heimatmuseum Langendreer

This local museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the industrial and social history of Langendreer, a district of Bochum. It houses artifacts, photographs, and documents that illustrate the transition from a mining community to a modern u

Hof Bockholt

Hof Bockholt is a traditional Westphalian farmstead in Langendreer, dating back several centuries. Its timber-framed barns and low, sprawling main house are surrounded by fields that have been cultivated for generations. The farm offers a r

Johanne Schiff, geb. Weidenbaum

A Stolperstein dedicated to Johanne Schiff, née Weidenbaum, marks the spot where she once lived before being deported and murdered by the Nazi regime. The small brass cube, set flush with the pavement, is polished by the footsteps of countl

Karl Weidenbaum

This Stolperstein honors Karl Weidenbaum, a Jewish man from Harpen who fell victim to the Holocaust. The brass plaque, embedded in the sidewalk, is a stark reminder of the individual lives erased by hatred and war. Its gleaming surface cont

Kriegerehrenmal (Warriors' Memorial)

This solemn monument stands as a poignant tribute to the soldiers who fell in various conflicts, reflecting the deep historical scars of the region. Its architectural design combines classical elements with stark, enduring materials that ev

Körmann-Hof

Nestled in the historic heart of Langendreer, Körmann-Hof stands as a testament to the region's industrial past with its distinctive half-timbered architecture. This preserved courtyard complex offers a glimpse into the domestic life of ear

Langendreer Denkmal

Langendreer Denkmal serves as a focal point for collective memory, marking milestones in the town’s development and honoring those who shaped its character. Unlike individual plaques, this kind of monument tends to anchor community storytel

Langendreer Homeland Museum

Housed in a historic building, this museum offers an immersive look into the industrial and social history of the Langendreer district. Visitors can explore exhibits showcasing traditional crafts, mining heritage, and the evolution of local

Langendreer Local History Museum

The Heimatmuseum Langendreer offers a comprehensive look into the local history of the Bochum district, showcasing artifacts from its industrial past and cultural heritage. Visitors can explore exhibits detailing the area's development from

Langendreer Monument

The Langendreer Monument stands as a significant historical landmark within Harpen, commemorating the distinct heritage of the Langendreer district. Its architectural presence reflects the pride and resilience of the local community through

Max Heimann

In Harpen, the Stolperstein dedicated to Max Heimann serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of Nazi ideology. This brass marker embedded in the sidewalk commemorates a man who was persecuted and ultimately killed by the state. The sto

Meta Heimann, geb. Simenauer

The Stolperstein for Meta Heimann, née Simenauer, in Harpen is a poignant tribute to a woman whose life was extinguished by the Holocaust. Embedded in the pavement near her former home, this brass plaque ensures that her identity remains kn

Meta Heimann, née Simenauer

This memorial stone honors Meta Heimann, born Simenauer, who was a resident of Querenburg before her deportation. The Stolperstein embedded in the street serves as a poignant reminder of the Jewish community that once thrived in the area. I

Otto Heimann

Dedicated to Otto Heimann, this memorial site preserves the memory of a local individual within the historical fabric of Langendreer. It serves as a quiet tribute to the lives that have passed through this community. The marker encourages v

Otto Heimann Stolperstein

This Stolperstein in Harpen commemorates Otto Heimann, a resident who was deported and murdered by the Nazis. The small brass cube in the sidewalk bears his name and fate, serving as a physical anchor for historical memory in the modern str

Privatfriedhof Müllensiefen

Soldiers' Memorial

Spielgruppe Krönchen

Thomas Converter (Industrial Monument)

Kriegerdenkmal Heven

War Memorial (Kriegerehrenmal)

Forced Laborer Graves

Grave of Karl Bracht and Joseph Patocki (Memorial Stone for the Kapp Putsch)

Memorial Stone at Protestant Cemetery

Memorial Stone for KZ Subcamp

War Memorial in Somborn, Fallen 1914-1918

Jewish Cemetery Memorial Stones