The giant gas tank in Germany has become its most unique attraction

The Gasometer in Oberhausen, a former industrial gas tank, has been transformed into a major exhibition hall. The current exhibition, 'Forest Worlds,' focuses on forests, animals, and the human-nature relationship, attracting many visitors.

The Gasometer in Oberhausen, a former industrial gas tank standing 117.5 meters tall, has become one of Germany's most prominent cultural sites. Built in 1929 to store gas from the steel industry, it was decommissioned in 1988. Local residents opposed its demolition, and in 1994 it reopened as an exhibition hall designed by architect Jörg Steiner. Since then, 12 million people have visited 30 exhibitions. The current exhibition, 'Forest Worlds' (Mythos Wald), opened in March 2026 and explores forests, animals, and the complex relationship between humans and nature. At the center is a giant elk skeleton, alongside stuffed animals, 160 large photographs, 20 video screens, and six podcasts. The exhibition also highlights the damage from deforestation and its impact on indigenous communities, alongside solutions like using old phones to monitor forest sounds. Admission is 14 euros for adults. The exhibition runs until November 2027 and has so far attracted 402,000 visitors.