Historical Heritage of the Industrial Era: Strategies of Revitalization and Sustainable Tourism Development on the Example of the the Völklingen

The Völklingen Ironworks exemplifies successful revitalization of industrial heritage through innovative strategies that blend art, culture, and sustainable tourism. This study reveals how reimagining the functionality of historical industrial sites drives social transformation and economic development, fostering community identity and sustainability. By analyzing scientific literature and conducting fieldwork in 2024, researchers identified key approaches—such as integrating museum spaces with cultural landscapes—that transform post-industrial areas into vibrant hubs. The case highlights the plant's significance as a symbol of 19th- and early 20th-century industrial achievements while offering potential models for Ukraine's post-war reconstruction efforts.

Verbytska, P. (2025). HISTORICAL HERITAGE OF THE INDUSTRIAL ERA: STRATEGIES OF REVITALIZATION AND SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE THE VÖLKLINGEN. Intermarum History Policy Culture, (16), 8–24. https://doi.org/10.35433/history.112091