Where exactly is the meeting point?

Meet in front of Bochum Hbf at Willy-Brandt-Platz; guides ask guests to arrive about 15 minutes before the scheduled start.

How long is the tour and how far do we walk?

The tour lasts about 1.5 hours and covers a short, walkable loop through the city center and nearby neighborhoods.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children age 10 and up are welcome; children under 10 can join for free but may need an alternative transport option depending on stamina.

Can the tour be made accessible?

Yes — the tour can be adapted for accessibility if you notify the operator when booking so they can plan adjustments.

What is the cancellation policy?

A written cancellation is required (Schriftliche Stornierung nötig); please contact the operator with any changes.

How large are the groups?

Groups are limited to a maximum of 20 people to keep the experience social and interactive.

Bochum Quiz Tour: Walk, Play and Discover the City's Mining Past | City Tour | Events

Bochum für Klugscheißer - die Quiztour turns a city walk into a game. In roughly 1.5-hours, local guide Martina leads curious visitors from Bochum Hbf (Willy-Brandt-Platz) through the Nordring, into the mosaicked alleys of the Mosaikviertel, across the Kortländer Kiez and on to the Bergbau-Museum. This compact loop covers downtown streets and overlooked corners where the city’s coal-mining past and everyday life intersect. The tour’s signature is its quiz format: at each stop a question tests local knowledge, sparks conversation and unwraps neighborhood stories, local Dönekes, and small histories that don’t appear in standard guidebooks. That mix of infotainment and exploration makes the experience both social and informative - ideal for first-time visitors, repeat travelers who want a fresh angle, or anyone who enjoys playful competition with friendly company. Groups are capped at 20 people, which keeps the pace intimate and the banter lively. Key features here are urban rather than alpine: the Nordring avenue, the colorful mosaics and side streets of the Mosaikviertel, characterful façades in the Kortländer Kiez and the looming presence of the Bergbau-Museum at the tour’s end. The Bergbau-Museum anchors the route with Bochum’s industrial legacy; its towers and exhibits remind visitors that the Ruhr’s coal-mining economy shaped the city’s layout and culture. Architectural textures and post-industrial details provide visual contrast—brick, metalwork and pub fronts replace cliffs and gullies, but the sense of discovery remains. Practically, the meeting point is easy to find at Bochum Hbf; the route is walkable and can be adapted for accessible needs when noted during booking. Expect mostly paved streets and brief stretches of uneven sidewalk—weather-appropriate clothing and firm footwear are recommended, especially in rain. Children ten and up can join; younger children ride free but may need transport depending on stamina. This tour is a local actor in Bochum’s visitor scene: small-scale, story-driven and rooted in neighborhood culture. It’s not a passive museum visit but a social stroll that highlights why the city’s urban fabric is worth exploring on foot. You leave not just with better facts, but with stories to tell, a handful of new local jokes, and a clearer sense of how Bochum’s mining past still shapes present streets. For anyone who likes history with a bit of play, this quiz tour is a standout way to see the city. Booking is handled online via the referral link; the tour requires written cancellation (Schriftliche Stornierung nötig) and guests are asked to arrive 15 minutes early. The operator can provide tours in Fremdsprachen or include indoor segments when available. Because groups are small and the route is conversational, late arrivals may miss quiz stops. Bring a refillable bottle, sun protection in summer and a light rain jacket for showers.

About Simply Out Tours GmbH

Simply Out Tours GmbH is a Bochum-based tour operator in Nordrhein-Westfalen that offers guided bicycle tours and a guided kneipentour. The company runs a range of themed cycling experiences across the Ruhrgebiet, including routes focused on industrial heritage, UNESCO sites, landscape parks, and city highlights.

Tours include Radtour "Kohle, Stahl & Siedlung" Bochum, a route through Bochum’s industrial past visiting sites such as Jahrhunderthalle and Zeche Hannover on peaceful trails. The Radtour rund um Zollverein explores the historic Zollverein coal mine and nearby Siedlungen with rail trail sections and views from Schurenbachhalde. The Radtour durch den Central-Park des Ruhrgebiets navigates the Emscher Landscape Park with canal scenery and sculptures while minimizing street crossings. The Radtour durch Essen inkl. Margarethenhöhe covers approximately 20 km of safe, car-free paths through parks and historic neighborhoods. The Radtour durch Duisburg highlights the harbor, industrial landmarks, parks, rivers, and can finish at Landschaftspark Nord with easy bike rental options mentioned for that route. Longer options include the 36 km Radtour-Emscher & Halden powerd by Nobbi with 550 meters of climbing, the Ruhrtalradweg "Königsetappe" along the Ruhr from Hattingen to Mülheim, and two 55 km E‑Bike journeys titled VOLLE KANNE RUHRGEBIET Nord and Süd that pass UNESCO sites and Krupp landmarks. For nightlife, the Kneipentour Bochum is a lively three-hour guided pub tour. Simply Out Tours GmbH focuses on active, eco-friendly sightseeing across the Ruhr region. Bookings are available online and trips operate in and around Bochum, Essen, Duisburg and other Ruhr-area locations throughout the year.