Zeche Zollverein, the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex is the most beatiful coal mine on the world, which is on the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. It has been on the list since 14th December, 2001.

The Zollverein Coal Mine is founded in year 1847. This industrial monument was joined to the list of World Heritage as a very good model of heavy industry in the world. The unique design and the harmony of the geometrical shapes of the mine is some big reasons why this mine is included on the list. Some other special features of the mine are shaft 12 and the coking plant. The design and the features of the coal mine was innovative for the time.

We suggest you to visit this coal mine, known as the most beatiful coal mine on the world, if you plan to visit Essen. Especially those who are interested in architecture and industry would be satisfied if they had visited this coal mine.