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Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf houses “the longest bar in the world”, Germany’s finest shopping boulevard Königsallee, and countless museums, theatres and attractions underscoring the city as a major arts centre. It offers the legendary cheer of the Rhineland with all its quaint traditions in perfect harmony with all the luxuries of a truly cosmopolitan city. You are invited to discover this great city.Hitta resa
Düsseldorf’s Königsallee is one of a small group of internationally famous streets that may justifiably call themselves boulevards. Affectionately called the “Kö” by Düsseldorf’s residents, it is the primary shopping street in Düsseldorf, and as its nucleus connects the city centre to provide a continuous shopping experience running from the Altstadt (Old Town) through to the Kö and all the way to Schadowstraße. Come along, see and be seen – and do some truly stylish shopping as well.
Nowhere else in Düsseldorf can one feel the city’s heartbeat so clearly as in the Altstadt. Those who want to party, people in search of culture or history lovers will all be equally well catered for in this area between the Rhine and Heinrich-Heine Allee, that covers an area of less than half a square kilometre. This tiny space is crammed with around 260 eateries, pubs, bars, discos and restaurants, and one would be hard pressed to find the like in any other city. The Altstadt is also home to Altbier – a real Düsseldorf speciality.
Burgplatz is where the little River Düssel, which gave the town its name, flows into the Rhine. In the background is the former collegiate church, St. Lambertus, with the shrine of St. Apolinaris. Next to the bridge over the Düssel, the monument to Düsseldorf being granted the privileges of a town demonstrates impressively more than 725 years of town history (town status granted in 1288). The square is dominated by Alter Schlossturm, the old palace tower (now the Schifffahrt-Museum navigation museum) and last testimony to the princely palace from the 13th century that fell victim to flames in 1872. The generously proportioned Rhine embankment promenade is considered one of the most beautiful on the Rhine. Upriver, the Medien Hafen is characterised by outstanding architectural creations, and the elegant district of Oberkassel on the opposite bank by art-nouveau facades.
Carlstadt is the city’s exquisite quarter of galleries and antique shops. Citadellstraße with its elegant stately residences from the 18th and 19th centuries and the flair of its streets almost unchanged since these days, seems to have escaped the passing of time. A more profound insight into Düsseldorf’s history can be gained at Stadtmuseum at the corner of Bäckerstraße and Berger Allee. Its cosy garden is treated as an insidertip! The Carlsplatz, and its lively food market open from Monday to Saturday. From here, take the attractive Bilker Straße for a visit to the Heinrich-Heine- Institute or proceed past the former residence of Robert and Clara Schumann to Bastionstraße, a must for every lover of antiques.
The Rhine tower, the North Rhine-Westphalia parliament, the Gehry Buildings, the city gate or Colorium – MedienHafen is a hotspot for creative architecture in Düsseldorf. Several international architects played a creative role in the reconstruction of the old Rhine port area. Frank O. Gehry, David Chipperfield, Joe Coenen, Steven Holl and Claude Vasconi were among those who made a creative contribution to make it what it is today. Those goods depots which were protected by a preservation order had to be renovated with hi-tech engineering and creative interior design. The ancient storerooms have been recreated with a new style and grace. However, you can still feel the old port atmosphere everywhere despite all the reconstruction. Just a decade ago the warehouses were nothing but immense empty spaces inside. Today, various television channels and radio stations, and advertising and media agencies, design bureaus and suchlike have all set up shop inside. So that’s where the name came from: MedienHafen, which means media harbour. The MedienHafen also plays in the premier league where hospitality is concerned. From the exquisite “Berens am Kai”, with a Michelin star, through the “most golden” curry sausage in Düsseldorf, to a cosy cocktail in the evening – the restaurateurs here have adapted to their heterogeneous clientele, which is composed of business customers during the day and the funky in-crowd in the evening, who all meet up to party at the stylish “Rudas Studios” advertising film venue or at the “Port Seven”.
The Rheinturm (built 1979 – 1982, architect H. Deilmann) is a striking landmark on the Düsseldorf’s Rhine skyline. It stands on the edge of the southern city centre, at the entrance to the MedienHafen, right beside the North Rhine-Westphalian parliament building (Landtag) and the building of the public broadcaster, Westdeutscher Rundfunk. It is 240.5 metres high, with a glass-fronted 180-seat restaurant at an altitude of 172.5 metres that rotates on its axis. A bar and lounge is located below the restaurant (168m) as is a viewing platform (164m) with a breathtaking view of the Rhine metropolis: the MedienHafen, the Altstadt, the Hofgarten, Königsallee and the Rhine with its family of bridges all lie at the feet of the tower. When the weather is good, one can see as far as Cologne Cathedral. Thanks to a level entrance in the basement of the tower, the building offers barrier-free access.
Düsseldorf has the third largest Japanese community on the European continent after Paris and London. In the vicinity of the Immermannstraße, you can find a wide range of Japanese supermarkets, book shops, restaurants and more.
The EKŌ-House - since 1993 a centre for Japanese culture - consists of a Buddhist temple (the only Japanese temple in Europe), Japanese gardens, a traditional house with tearoom and, since 1999, another building including a library and an international kindergarten. The most important function of the EKŌ-House is the cultural exchange between East and West: Japanese citizens cultivate their traditions and allow local citizens the unique opportunity to participate.
Düsseldorf’s Königsallee is one of a small group of internationally famous streets that may justifiably call themselves boulevards. Affectionately called the “Kö” by Düsseldorf’s residents, it is the primary shopping street in Düsseldorf, and as its nucleus connects the city centre to provide a continuous shopping experience running from the Altstadt (Old Town) through to the Kö and all the way to Schadowstraße. Come along, see and be seen – and do some truly stylish shopping as well.
Nowhere else in Düsseldorf can one feel the city’s heartbeat so clearly as in the Altstadt. Those who want to party, people in search of culture or history lovers will all be equally well catered for in this area between the Rhine and Heinrich-Heine Allee, that covers an area of less than half a square kilometre. This tiny space is crammed with around 260 eateries, pubs, bars, discos and restaurants, and one would be hard pressed to find the like in any other city. The Altstadt is also home to Altbier – a real Düsseldorf speciality.
Brauerei Zum Schiffchen in the heart of the Altstadt (Old Town) is the oldest restaurant in Düsseldorf, one considered a typical original Düsseldorf restaurant. The atmosphere, furnishings and food here are as much guarantors of originality as the blue-aproned “Köbesse” – the waiters – who “celebrate” their service with Rhenish humour and the typical Düsseldorf dialect – much to the delight of guests and travel groups from countries all across the world. The restaurant was first mentioned in 1628 and is proud to have had even Napoleon among its patrons.
The Uerige home brewery has been brewing excellent beer in the heart of Düsseldorf’s Old Town since 1862. It is still produced according to the purity laws of 1516. The Uerige brewery serves homemade snacks and daily specials that vary according to the season.
The antique character of the home brewery, where service and quality are top priority, fascinates everyone entering Schlüssel in Düsseldorf’s Old Town. The popular brewery has its very own history dating back to 1850. In this pleasant atmosphere, brewery fans enjoy the culinary specialities of the Rhineland with a cold “original Schlüssel” Altbier brewed on the premises.
The popular Füchschen beer has been brewed here, sold at the pub on Ratinger Straße and drunk with much gusto since 1848. In summer, those thirsty for a beer populate the road, and in bad weather the pub has sufficient space inside for all to eat and drink well.
The private Frankenheim brewery (founded in 1873) not only brews one of the most popular beers in Düsseldorf and the surrounding area, but also provides a favourite meeting point for young and old with its brewery pub on Wielandstraße. The rustic pub with its welcoming atmosphere is open seven days a week and serves local specialities, in summer also in the historic beer garden.
This is a popular restaurant due to the fantastic authentic Japanese food. Here you can eat an amazing range of dishes like sushi, deep-fried tempura and specialities like Kushiyaki, (charcoal grilled skewers with different kinds of meat, fish and vegetables). As soon as you walk in you will get that warm Japanese feeling. The restaurant is small and often very busy so book ahead.
Excellent cuisine and delicious wine at 172.50 meters, in this rotating restaurant, offering a constantly changing breathtaking view and an amazing panorama of the city and the Rhine River.
Try the extrawurst sausage prepared by star chefs! The place has a modern ambience with comfortable seating out front. Get your gourmet currywurst (German sausage with curry sauce) and French fries. They also have an unusual range of homemade sauces like chilli-apricot or peanut satay. And if you pay a premium you’ll experience the saying “the customer is king” and get your currywurst served in gold leaf!
Brauerei Zum Schiffchen in the heart of the Altstadt (Old Town) is the oldest restaurant in Düsseldorf, one considered a typical original Düsseldorf restaurant. The atmosphere, furnishings and food here are as much guarantors of originality as the blue-aproned “Köbesse” – the waiters – who “celebrate” their service with Rhenish humour and the typical Düsseldorf dialect – much to the delight of guests and travel groups from countries all across the world. The restaurant was first mentioned in 1628 and is proud to have had even Napoleon among its patrons.
The Uerige home brewery has been brewing excellent beer in the heart of Düsseldorf’s Old Town since 1862. It is still produced according to the purity laws of 1516. The Uerige brewery serves homemade snacks and daily specials that vary according to the season.
Such major international designers as Armani, Bulgari, Gucci, Jil Sander and Prada have opened shops along the luxurious shopping mile – Königsallee – which is one of Europe’s top retail boulevards. It’s here that exclusive boutiques rub shoulders with major fashion houses, and where shopping malls with elegant street cafés can be found. It is a true catwalk for the latest trends – a great place to see what’s going on and to be seen! Düsseldorf caters to every budget, from upmarket to bargains. It is a popular place for a stroll along countless designer shops and jewellery stores.
The Schadowstraße is one of the most frequented shopping streets achieving the highest turnovers in Germany. It start at Kömisgallee, pass the Tausendfüßler and reach up to Berliner Allee. This place is perfect for a sunday walk because a lot of department stores and numerous typical shops can be found on the street.
Those who like curious and trendy things will just love taking a stroll through the Altstadt (Old Town). The narrow alleyways have become home to unconventional fashion shops and many avant-garde stores. A particularly idyllic flair may be enjoyed in the historic district of Carlstadt, with its many antique shops, galleries and art shops.
Young, creative and unconventional – this is how the other side of Düsseldorf presents itself. Conventional residential districts have developed into impressive hubs for the creative scene. The Ackerstrasse in the Flingern district is probably the best example of a place for "young creative guns". Many started to move here years ago as it was one of the less wealthier districts of Düsseldorf. Today, north Flingern and the structure that has grown there over the years have become a refreshing melting pot for the new creative class. More trendy shops are to be found on the Lorettostrasse in the Unterbilk district as well as in the Bilk and Pempelfort districts.
The new Kö-Bogen, located in the centre of Düsseldorf between Königsallee, Schadowstraße and Schadowplatz, is a visible landmark that is home to a number of internationally renowned brands and the Breuninger department store. Characteristic of New York architect Daniel Libeskind’s new structure is the curved facade made of glass and natural white stone, as well as the opening to the courtyard garden. The Kö-Bogen is a true shopping hotspot.
Modernised from top to toe, this exclusive mix of businesses, with a retail space of around 20,000 sq m on three elegant shopping levels, offers some 90 shops featuring international premium and high end brands, cafés and innovative gastronomy.
An all-new interior design along with clear signage and directions – these are the guarantors of relaxed shopping. The lifestyle, fashion, gastronomy and technology on offer here are top of the range. The shopping mall houses one of the largest Saturn outlets in Germany. The connection between Sevens and the adjacent Kö-Galerie contributes to an exceptional shopping experience.
This star-shaped mall is an outstanding address for shopping in close proximity to the “Kö”. The diverse offer in the approx. 50 shops ranges from fashion to beauty all the way to interior design. The mall also houses the Theater an der Kö.
Such major international designers as Armani, Bulgari, Gucci, Jil Sander and Prada have opened shops along the luxurious shopping mile – Königsallee – which is one of Europe’s top retail boulevards. It’s here that exclusive boutiques rub shoulders with major fashion houses, and where shopping malls with elegant street cafés can be found. It is a true catwalk for the latest trends – a great place to see what’s going on and to be seen! Düsseldorf caters to every budget, from upmarket to bargains. It is a popular place for a stroll along countless designer shops and jewellery stores.
The Schadowstraße is one of the most frequented shopping streets achieving the highest turnovers in Germany. It start at Kömisgallee, pass the Tausendfüßler and reach up to Berliner Allee. This place is perfect for a sunday walk because a lot of department stores and numerous typical shops can be found on the street.
Germany can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Best times to visit Düsseldorf are spring and winter. In spring, during the Easter P period, the crocuses, tulips and narcissus are in full bloom, making the city’s parks and gardens beautiful places to stroll. In winter, top on most people’s lists for a German visit are the Christmas markets which carries over into the shops and restaurants of the city. Average temperatures in Düsseldorf vary greatly; however, if you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Düsseldorf, the hottest months are July, August, and then June; the warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 24.9°C.
Düsseldorf has the third-largest airport in Germany with more than 70 airlines serving 180 destinations. Düsseldorf is less than two hours from numerous European cities. As the airport is close to the city it is very convenient, and it only takes a few minutes by train or taxi. Taxis will get you to the city in between ten and 15 minutes and to Düsseldorf's trade-fair centre in just three. The taxi rank is located in front of central arrivals.
Radstation The Radstation (bike station) is directly behind the Hauptbahnhof (main railway station) at Willi-Becker- Allee 8 a. You will find not only hire bicycles, children’s bikes and transport trailers (for two children), but also pedelecs. In case of emergency, you can even get your own bike repaired. When the weather is good, from June to August, the Radstation’s bike rental shop at Apollo-Platz on the Rhine embankment is also open (between Apollo Theatre and the Landtag/Kniebrücke urban rail stop). www.radstation-duesseldorf.de Call a Bike That’s the name of the service provided by Deutsche Bahn. The bikes can be picked up in front of the main railway station on Konrad-Adenauer- Platz. www.callabike-interaktiv.de Nextbike You can pick up a bike for hire at various spots and then drop them back there. www.nextbike.de/duesseldorf
Experience the flair of the Rhenish metropolis and its attractions between the Altstadt (Old Town) and the MedienHafen on a magnificent panoramic tour aboard the “MS Warsteiner” or “MS Heinrich Heine”. Throughout the tour you will be given a wealth of interesting information in both German and English over the loudspeaker. The tour will start and finish at the Burgplatz pier. The boats will cruise a loop through the MedienHafen, but not stop there. For boat trips on the Rhine contact Köln Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffart: T. +49 (0) 211 323 92 63 www.koeln-duesseldorfer.com Weisse Flotte Düsseldorf T. +49 (0) 211 32 61 24 www.weisseflotteduesseldorf.de
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Germany can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Best times to visit Düsseldorf are spring and winter. In spring, during the Easter P period, the crocuses, tulips and narcissus are in full bloom, making the city’s parks and gardens beautiful places to stroll. In winter, top on most people’s lists for a German visit are the Christmas markets which carries over into the shops and restaurants of the city. Average temperatures in Düsseldorf vary greatly; however, if you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Düsseldorf, the hottest months are July, August, and then June; the warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 24.9°C.
