Experience technology up close! As part of our conference program, we cordially invite you to an exclusive tour of the RWW Styrum/Ost Water Treatment Plant in Mülheim an der Ruhr. The viewing is scheduled for Thursday 18 June 2026 from 5.30 pm to 7.00 pm.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of modern water treatment and discover how water from the Ruhr is transformed into high-quality drinking water for around 300,000 people.

Look forward to exciting insights into innovative processes and impressive technology, and learn firsthand how sustainable water supply works today. The Styrum/Ost water treatment plant is considered a pioneer in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to network with other conference participants in an inspiring setting.

Afterwards, we will make dinner reservations at the nearby HRW Campus. We hope you understand that you will need to cover the meal cost yourself.

Please let us know if you will attend these opportunities in the registration form.

Some information from RWW:

Please arrive on time at the main gate of the Ruhr Waterworks Styrum-Ost, Moritzstr. 16–22, 45476 Mülheim an der Ruhr, where your group will be met.

Parking for participants in waterworks tours is available either on Moritzstraße or in the shopping center parking lot. Please note that for extended parking in the lot in front of the shopping center, a QR code is required in advance; this code is currently available at the waterworks gate (see Aquatorium map).

Helmets are mandatory on the water intake site; you will be provided with helmets and protective headgear. Sturdy footwear and, if necessary, rainproof clothing are required for the tour. There are no seating areas during the entire tour ( approx. 1.5–2.0 hours)!

It is not permitted to take photos or videos during the tour! The group remains together at all times on the plant grounds; latecomers will not be admitted, and leaving the tour early is only permitted if accompanied by the entire group.