Cologne District
Bergisches LandOberbergischer KreisLindlarOld steam locomotive
Cologne District
Bergisches LandOberbergischer KreisLindlarOld steam locomotive
Highlight • Monument
Old steam locomotive
Hiking
4.8
(166)
Mountain biking
4.4
(129)
Cycling
4.5
(50)
Road cycling
5.0
(2)
Running
5.0
(1)
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Tips
May 5, 2024
Hiking
1. **Opening**: Linde station opened in 1869 and initially served as an important transport hub for passenger and freight traffic between Cologne and Lindar and the surrounding towns and communities.
2. **Importance for mining**: There were several coal mines near Linde station, which were a significant economic factor in the 19th century. The station therefore played an important role in the transport of miners, coal and other goods.
•May 5, 2024
Hiking
5. **Decline and closure**: With the decline of mining and the advent of road transport in the second half of the 20th century, Linde station gradually lost importance. The Cologne-Lindar line was eventually closed and the station became a relic of times gone by.
•May 6, 2024
Hiking
Privately owned since 1972
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Elevation 220 m
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