Designer: Prof. Heinz Schillinger, Nürnberg
Pictures from Germany - Germany / Federal Republic of Germany 2003 - 55 Euro Cent
Theme: Economy & Industry
| Country | Germany / Federal Republic of Germany |
| Issue Date | 2003 |
| Face Value | 55.00 |
| Perforation | K 13 1/2 |
| Stamp Type | Postage stamp |
| Item Type | Stamp |
| Chronological Issue Number | 2228 |
| Chronological Chapter | GER-BRD |
| SID | 562841 |
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The Ruhr area between the Rhine, Ruhr and Emscher is with 5.4 million inhabitants the most densely populated area in Europe. It has the largest concentration of industry and the narrowest transport network on the continent. Its industrial importance is due to large hard coal stocks and the resulting mining industry. For more than 150 years coal mines and steelworks dominated the area. In the meantime, it has become a dynamic service region characterized by modern technologies and popular recreational areas. Disused conveyor systems such as the »Zeche Zollverein« in Essen are of great importance in industrial history. They are increasingly used as cultural and recreational facilities.
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The Ruhr area between the Rhine, Ruhr and Emscher is with 5.4 million inhabitants the most densely populated area in Europe. It has the largest concentration of industry and the narrowest transport network on the continent. Its industrial importance is due to large hard coal stocks and the resulting mining industry. For more than 150 years coal mines and steelworks dominated the area. In the meantime, it has become a dynamic service region characterized by modern technologies and popular recreational areas. Disused conveyor systems such as the »Zeche Zollverein« in Essen are of great importance in industrial history. They are increasingly used as cultural and recreational facilities..