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Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
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How long is the drive from Apeldoorn to Cologne?
The direct drive from Apeldoorn to Cologne is 121 mi (195 km), and should have a drive time of 1 hr 52 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Apeldoorn to Cologne, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Dusseldorf, Arnhem, Essen, Nijmegen, Wuppertal, Duisburg, and Oberhausen, as well as top places to visit like Natuurmuseum Holterberg and Holten, or the ever-popular Sallandse Heuvelrug.
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Top cities between Apeldoorn and Cologne
The top cities between Apeldoorn and Cologne are Dusseldorf, Arnhem, Essen, Nijmegen, Wuppertal, Duisburg, and Oberhausen. Dusseldorf is the most popular city on the route. It's 1 hour from Apeldoorn and less than an hour from Cologne.
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Arnhem
Arnhem, a city in the eastern Netherlands near the German border, is the capital of Gelderland province. Situated on the banks of rivers Nederrijn and Sint-Jansbeek, it has a rich history tied to its waterways. The city offers diverse dining experiences, including all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants where visitors can savor a variety of Asian fusion dishes and delectable desserts while immersing themselves in an authentic Asian atmosphere.
30% as popular as Dusseldorf
4 minutes off the main route, 23% of way to Cologne
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Nijmegen
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Nijmegen, the largest city in the Dutch province of Gelderland and one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, is situated on the Waal River near the German border. Recognized as a Roman town, it boasts historic sites like Saint Stephen's Church and Huis van de Nijmeegse Geschiedenis. The city played a significant role during Operation Market Garden when American forces aimed to secure bridges across the river Waal.
13% as popular as Dusseldorf
14 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Cologne
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Oberhausen
Oberhausen, located in the northwest of Germany's Ruhr area, offers a blend of industrial history and cultural attractions. The Gasometer Oberhausen, a repurposed gas-storage facility, now serves as an exhibition space. Visitors can delve into the city's manufacturing heritage at the LVR Industrial Museum, housed in a former zinc factory. Art enthusiasts can explore global artworks at Ludwiggalerie Schloss Oberhausen, situated within a castle.
11% as popular as Dusseldorf
3 minutes off the main route, 61% of way to Cologne
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Duisburg
Duisburg, located in western Germany at the confluence of the Rhine and Ruhr rivers, is a city renowned for its expansive harbor and the vibrant Innenhafen district, offering an array of waterfront dining and nightlife experiences. The city is home to notable cultural attractions such as the Museum Küppersmühle showcasing modern German art, and the Lehmbruck Museum exhibiting contemporary sculpture.
13% as popular as Dusseldorf
4 minutes off the main route, 62% of way to Cologne
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Essen
Essen, located in western Germany, is a city with a rich industrial history. The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex has been repurposed to host various museums, offering visitors a glimpse into the city's coal mining and steel production past. The heritage trail within the former colliery provides an immersive experience of Essen's industrial legacy.
26% as popular as Dusseldorf
8 minutes off the main route, 64% of way to Cologne
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Wuppertal
Wuppertal, located in western Germany, is a city renowned for its unique attractions. The Schwebebahn, a suspension monorail dating back to 1901, is a major highlight. Visitors can explore the Von der Heydt Museum which houses impressive works by impressionists and Dutch Masters. For those interested in industrial history, the Museum of Early Industrialization showcases textile machinery and steam engines.
14% as popular as Dusseldorf
14 minutes off the main route, 71% of way to Cologne
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Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf, located in western Germany, is renowned for its fashion industry and vibrant art scene. The city is divided by the Rhine River, with the historic Altstadt situated on the east bank and modern commercial areas on the west. Visitors can explore landmarks such as St. Lambertus Church and Schlossturm (Castle Tower), both dating back to the 13th century, while strolling along charming streets like Königsallee and Schadowstrasse lined with stylish boutique shops.
Most popular city on this route
3 minutes off the main route, 75% of way to Cologne
Best stops along Apeldoorn to Cologne drive
The top stops along the way from Apeldoorn to Cologne (with short detours) are Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge, and Zollverein UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other popular stops include Vohwinkel, Phantasialand, and Movie Park Germany.
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Sallandse Heuvelrug
National park
Nature & Parks
National reserve
National park offering walking & biking paths amid rolling hills, heathland & woods.
I needed to get out of the house, so I went for a walk in the park.
It was so nice to be surrounded by nature and fresh air.
The park was big, so there was plenty of space to spread out.
It was also really quiet and calm, which was exactly what I needed.
Great way to spend day
Radek — Google review
Nice area in spring for a family walk or run. The more east you go, the less touristy
Beautiful place for hiking. Fine variety between forest and heathland. Worth going to once. What peace and quiet!
Beautiful views, quiet paths and lots of different routes to pick from.
Beautiful nature Wonderland. Either park up in designated areas or drive through at leisurely pace. Watch out for wild animals.
Plenty of trails, calm atmosphere, unique landscape for the country. Parking by car can be difficult as you can only park at the outer edges of the park.
Amazing scenary, quite unique for the Netherlands, because it's on a hillside! Lotsof footpaths to enjoy the nature, but also lovely to pass through with a motorcycle.
Great place to stroll and just spend some good quality time with friends. Car park is for free.
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Natuurmuseum Holterberg
Museum
Nature & Parks
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Lovely natural history museum with lots of animals - perfect for the little ones with activities. Also highly recommend Daantje Bos which is a walk with nice activities for the kids.
Mieke W — Google review
The museum is impressive and the surroundings even more so. Very serene and idyllic. Fun little path for the kids in the forest. We got the English guide for small kids for the forrest path - I recommend getting the Dutch one/the one for older kids and translate it if necessary. Ours was a little difficult to use. Only drawback of the experience was that everything in the museum is in Dutch only. But google translate helped us out.
When I was young, I already visited the museum when on holiday and fortunately it still exists. The stuffed animals (work of taxidermist Piet Bos - the former name of the museum) are partly presented in beautiful "diorama's" (artwork by Piet's son, Kees Bos). For those who want to dig deeper al lot of information is available, including a lot of birds and a movie about the craftsmanship of taxidermy.
I only know this place due to the ride tours I have done. There is a decent and scenic road that cut the park. Somewhere at beginning and end are places for resting and eat and drink. Very nice
You can learn a lot of diferent kind of animals.
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Inside a building, lots of stuffed animals. Quite interesting for an hour.
The people working there they are nice and the place is attractive
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Holterbergweg 12, 7451 JL Holten, Netherlands
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Holten
Sights & Landmarks
Cemeteries
Historic Sites
Monuments & Statues
4.5
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7451 HR, Netherlands, USA
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Ruurlo Castle
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Castle
Museums
Ruurlo Castle is a restored 14th-century island castle located on a lake within picturesque gardens. The castle showcases the art of renowned artist Karel Willink across multiple floors and boasts beautifully maintained grounds with lush green fields, trees, and bushes that offer privacy. Visitors can enjoy a quaint cafe near the entrance and explore the small yet impressive art collection dedicated to realism from More museum, which was added during the 2017 restoration.
Castle was restored at 2017 and now hosts part of art collection devoted to realism from More museum. The collection is small but nice. Reserve up to 1 hour for the museum. The interiors of the castle are nicely renovated with the wood paneling and tapestry. The pattern of hardwood floors repeats the pattern on the ceiling. The parking is free, but the place is popular, so parking is full on the weekends. The restaurant in the Orangery is nice and staff is very helpful.
Andrii P — Google review
Excellent and memorable exhibition. You can see the development of the artist, Carel Willink. He goes through phases of his life like the whole world did last century. This narrative becomes all the more personal for him, clearly shown through his works.
Very refined and beautifully restored castle standing in delightful, park-like gardens. The castle is dedicated to an art gallery with changing exhibitions, and is definitely worth a visit.
Beautiful gardens! And there was an exhibition about cats 🐈🐱🐈⬛. I used my museum card to enter. I went there by tren and it’s accessible on foot from the train station.
Ruurlo Castle is a place where history meets art and nature. As you approach, you are greeted by a picturesque view: well-kept alleys, ponds with water lilies, and a historic park that’s perfect for a stroll before or after visiting the museum. The grounds are meticulously maintained – colorful flower beds, neatly trimmed lawns, and quiet spots where you can sit on a bench and soak in the atmosphere.
The castle itself is impressive with its elegant towers, symmetrical facades, and large windows reflecting in the surrounding water. Inside, you’ll find a museum dedicated to the works of Carel Willink – showcasing paintings, drawings, sculptures, and even some personal belongings of the artist. The exhibition is thoughtfully arranged, blending seamlessly with the historic interiors and creating an intriguing contrast between the old and the contemporary.
In addition to the main collection, the castle often hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events. The on-site café offers coffee with a beautiful view of the park, and the gift shop sells books, postcards, and souvenirs related to art and the castle’s history.
This is an ideal place for a peaceful day filled with beauty and inspiration. Even if you’re not an avid art lover, the walk around the grounds and the chance to admire the castle’s architecture will leave you with lasting memories.
Beautifully restored little castle with modern amenities. The new wooden, inlaid floors mirror the patterns in the ceiling. Very nice grounds for strolling around. Nice collection of Carel Willink paintings. The orangerie offers great food for a very reasonable price
Awesome castle with meat with a high quality museum inside. Great time.
A nice castle, beautiful collection of Willinks work. But you're done in about an hour or so. You can have a small cup of coffee for a large price at the orangerie. The garden is lovely and well tended, but also seen in half an hour or less when it isn't too busy.
The place is nice and beautiful to visit, but I expected a bit more. Maybe I should have taken the tour..
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Vordenseweg 2, 7261 LZ Ruurlo, Netherlands
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Land Jan Klaassen
Amusement park
Water & Amusement Parks
Land Jan Klaassen, located near the town of Doetinchem, is a large adventure playground with over 60 pieces of equipment for kids to enjoy. The park features a little train that runs through it and offers a water playground during the summer. Indoors, there's a bouncy castle, mazes, air monorail paddle cars, a kids disco, miniature train, and climbing area. Additionally, visitors can watch puppet shows multiple times per day in the theater.
Great amusement park for small children, they have a indoor play area with a train and a monorail and lots more, and they have a really fun puppet show. Outside they have tons of stuff to do, also a train and a big slide. The people working here are super friendly and the park looks very clean and everything looked awesome. Prices for entry but also foods and drinks are very good. My kid had a blast, gonna revisit for sure.
Eric E — Google review
A good place for a day of activities focused on (young) kids, indoor and (more) outdoor. The puppet shows (in Dutch) are excellent, the staff very entertaining and kids oriented. Everything is well maintained.
Very enjoyable day my daughter didn’t want to go back home. The waterfall slide was very exciting. There are also spooky house and some spooky stuff for the ones who loves scary things.
If you (or the children) like slides then this is ok. Not much variety in things to do. Was however very busy so guess it works for some :).
And the parents have to pay - when there's absolutely nothing there to do. Of course the food and drinks were also expensive - the schnitzel was atrocious. Simply put a waste of money.
Good place for kids day out with lots of attractions.
Awesome place to spend a family day. Attractions and installations are well kept, people are nice and the food is delicious. The parking lot is big enough so you do not have to worry about your car.
A heaven for kids, massive playground with a puppet theater (in Dutch). Plenty of sitting place. Most are manual play with the big slide as the highlight. The only things running on electricity are the trains (outside and inside), the music at the disco and the pump for water playground. The puppet theater is a big hits for my daughter; we went to every show (three times a day at 12:00, 14:00, 15:30; different stories) during our two-days visit. The staffs are young and very friendly; they also help create the great atmosphere and experience for the kids. This kind of park is usually for kids up to 12 years of age, but the prime ages for best experience here, I think, are 4-8 years.
Lovely nostalgic theme park. Lots of character, and amazingly friendly and dedicated staff. Lovely well thought out lounge areas with shade and plenty of seats and bean bags. Provides an absolutely lovely afternoon out full of fun. The price makes it all the more worth it to come and visit more often!
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Museum Buurtspoorweg
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Rail museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
Museum Buurtspoorweg (MBS) is a charming museum railway line that runs between Haaksbergen and Boekelo. The museum boasts an impressive collection of steam locomotives, diesel locomotives, and meticulously restored train carriages, along with a variety of historical artifacts. Visitors are treated to an immersive experience that offers insight into the bygone era of travel. The well-maintained vintage vehicles and friendly staff contribute to the authentic atmosphere.
Fantastic working steam railway museum, always visit whenever we're near on holiday. The staff are so friendly and enthusiastic about all the trains, and the knowledge they have is immense.
Melita G — Google review
Absolutely worth every cent of the admission price. Recommended with or without children.
It is amazing, I recommend strongly to visit it
Very interesting, nicely and lovingly restored steam engines, wagons, buildings and more.
Enjoy a nice drive through the country side from the historic station at Haaksbergen. Don't forget to see the nice collection of hiatoric rolling stock at the depot in Boekelo either.
Nice station and good ride on a stream train.
Check opening as only open on certain days.
One of the most amazing good places to see. I had a lot of fyn during activity day...
Attractive museum with many old trains. Also good to make a short train tour from Haaksbergen to Boekelo
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Villa Mondriaan
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Art museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
Nestled in the charming town of Winterswijk, Villa Mondriaan is a delightful museum that celebrates the early life and artistic journey of the iconic painter Piet Mondrian. This villa, where he spent his formative years from 1880 to 1892, showcases an impressive collection of his youthful masterpieces alongside works by both established and contemporary artists. Visitors can explore not only Mondrian's early paintings but also enjoy engaging films and temporary exhibitions that highlight various art forms.
A superb museum about Piet Mondriaan, who spent his early years in Winterswijk, in the villa he lived in. Small, but packed with his early paintings, films, but none of the later cubist style. There is a café and shop, also temporary exhibitions. Helpful staff, and right in the centre of this busy but still quaint town.
Leonard G — Google review
A very nice and informative Museum of Piet Mondriaan. Also with interesting art of other artists. The coffee /cake in the cafe is good too. Definitely worth a visit.
Piet Mondriaan, nowadays a worldwide renowned and admired artist 👩🎨 spent his youth (1880 to 1892) in his parental home on Zonnebrink 4 in Winterswijk. His father had acquired a position as the Director of the School of Christian National Instruction and lived with his family in the villa directly next to the school building. Piet’s father and uncle Frits Mondriaan taught Piet basic knowledge on drawing and painting.
Whether you're an art lover or simply curious about Mondriaan’s journey, this museum offers a personal and intimate experience that’s well worth the visit. Highly recommended !
The exhibitions are thoughtfully curated, and the staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, adding depth to the visit with their insights.
The museum café was a delightful surprise—don’t miss the Mondriaan-themed cupcakes and complimentary coffee!
I had the honour to document Michelle Son's installation here. It is a small scale museum, that part of it is dedicated to the life of young Mondriaan that used to come to this family house and draw from nature. The program is diverse and interesting! For documentation of Art inquires you can contact me .
Lovely history of his teen years growing up. Not so much of his later art. But a great feel for what it's like to live in this the small town
cute exhibitions but quite expensive considering the size of the museum. we payed 12€ for about 30 mins we spent inside looking at the whole exhibition. the artworks were nicely presented and described well.
Very nice little museum, focusing on the early work of Piet Mondriaan. Also work of his uncle and father and the Maris family.
Doesn't take too long to visit, but still a nice experience. Especially since it's not too costly either.
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Zonnebrink 4, 7101 NC Winterswijk, Netherlands
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Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
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State park
Nature & Parks
Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord is a former metalworks site in the Meiderich district of Duisburg, Germany that has been transformed into a public park. The landscape architect Peter Latz preserved the industrial structures such as blast furnaces and chimney stacks, integrating them into the park's design.
Public park, has a lot of magnificent things to see, î visited mostly because Im a Hunger games fan and some parts where filmed there for The ballad of songbirds and snakes. They also filmed Sunrise on the reaping there. But in general it’s a beautiful place to visit, just walk around, take pictures, enjoy. There might even be some events finding place there, when I was there there was a street food festival
Geanina 2 — Google review
I recently visited Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord and was completely amazed by how an old steel factory was transformed into such a creative and inspiring public space. The combination of industrial ruins, greenery, and open access made it feel like walking through a giant outdoor museum.
Climbing up the old blast furnace was a highlight – the view over the Ruhr area is fantastic! I also loved how peaceful it was despite being such a popular spot. The lighting at night is magical and gives the whole park a completely different vibe.
This is a perfect spot for photographers, families, history lovers, or just anyone who enjoys exploring unusual places. And it’s free! Highly recommended if you're in the area.
It's a huge public park full of factories, machines, an old railway, a theater and a windmill. It just show you the history of The industrial part of the country. It's a great place for photos and sports since You'll walk a lot and climb many stairs. You can ride a bike or walk your dogs too. There's a small cafe at the entrance and some public bathrooms.
Landschaftspark Duisburg is an amazing place to visit. It is a former industrial site turned into a beautiful park. The old steel structures look impressive, especially when lit up at night. There are many activities like climbing, walking, and exploring the old factory buildings. The park is well-maintained and has great photo spots. It is perfect for families, friends, and photographers. I had a wonderful time and would love to visit again.
One of the most extraordinary things I've visited. You can walk from the bottom right up to the top of one of the blast furnaces, stopping at various levels to see how it worked. The views from the top are incredible.
There is no fixed route and we just wandered around, but if you wanted an order to it, start from behind the gas tank and head for the bunkers, where you'll "find" the walkway which takes you along them, to the bottom of the visitable blast furnace. There isn't much signage, but actually that's one of the nice things about this place.
Day is good for if you want to climb up to the top of the factory, night for the light and spooky vibe, the evening is great for the view, i like the iron slide they have for children and adult.
How nice that people turned industrial heritage into cultural future! Nice that one can climb up to the highest point! Good view! Also the cafe is nice to have a drink or eat something...
Lovely place to walk around. There are signs to explain the different structures left from when it was a factory. Sunset from blast furnace #5 is so pretty.
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Emscherstraße 71, 47137 Duisburg, Germany
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Movie Park Germany
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Theme park
Water & Amusement Parks
Amusement park
Movie Park, located in Bottrop-Kirchhellen, Germany, is a popular amusement park with a movie theme. Divided into seven Hollywood-themed zones such as Hollywood Street Set and Nickland, the park offers a variety of family-friendly and thrilling rides, live shows, mazes, and audiovisual attractions based on famous movies and TV shows. Visitors can enjoy 4D cinema experiences like Ice Age or explore mazes inspired by The Walking Dead using real sets from the show.
We were a group of five visiting Movie Park Germany on a public holiday, and we arrived around noon. Before entering, there was a thorough security check, which I found very reassuring—it made me feel safe throughout the entire day in the park.
Inside, you can find a variety of restaurants, snack stands, and sweet stalls offering treats such as crêpes, churros, gummy bears, fries, and pizza slices. There are also plenty of restrooms located conveniently around the park.
Movie Park Germany is a fantastic destination for families with young children, but also for groups of friends or adults looking for excitement. The park features several roller coasters, ranging from family-friendly rides to adrenaline-filled thrill rides like Star Trek: Operation Enterprise, which even launches you backward, and Van Helsing’s Factory, a dark ride coaster with sharp turns. The safety measures on all attractions are excellent, and staff are very attentive.
Since we visited during the Halloween Horror Festival, we booked two of the horror houses: The Hell House and Blood Moon: The Trailer House. Both experiences were intense, immersive, and absolutely worth the extra cost. The Halloween theming across the park was very detailed and atmospheric, with actors, decorations, and special effects adding to the experience. The only downside was that the groups in the horror houses were admitted too close together, which sometimes broke the illusion and caused a bit of crowding inside.
One thing to note is the parking situation: there is no payment machine directly in the parking lot. You need to purchase your parking ticket inside the park before returning to your car. As the distance between the parking area and the park entrance is not very short, it’s definitely easier to buy the ticket in advance before heading back.
Overall, Movie Park Germany is a great choice for a fun day out, whether you love thrill rides, entertaining shows, or seasonal events like Halloween.
MAnA M — Google review
Very nice themed park. My kids (8, 12 and 18years old) all had a great day with the rides and shows. Not completely five stars though. The drinks are quite expensive. The food is reasonably priced. So a tip is to bring your own drinks. Further more, all rides close half an hour before closing time and some only open at 11 even though the park is open at 10. But all in all a great day out. The park is not very big in lay-out, so it is easy to go from one place to the other. Also the waiting times are not ridiculously long as in other parks.
We had purchased the tickets at a discounted price of 29€ and visited on Saturday. We reached early at the opening time and were lucky to not face long queues at most rides.
Best thing about this amusement park is that it has rides for all age groups so no one feels left out and most of the rides are super fun. We loved it to the bits and would happily visit it again.
Make sure you buy your tickets online and not at the gate as you’ll save about €20. Had a great day, did lots of attractions in only a few hours. Studio tour the ride was our favourite with some great theming and effects. It’s a fun park but for someone who’s done many Disney and Universal studios parks it lacks a little in its up keep but I don’t think that’s the parks fault but likely down to the guests as some of the details in the ques look quite worn down.
Very nice theme park in Germany. We been there with my colleagues last spring. Its not so big place but the attractions were compact and you can go in every rides for whole day. Its not also crowded and you dont need to wait for long lines to go in every attractions
Also the rides are exciting and fun.
We had a family trip to the movie park. It was an amazing experience.
Suitable for all ages. We were. Group of adults, a 5 years old, and a 10 years old. Everyone had an activity suitable for their age. From breathtaking rollercoasters, to family shows, to kids plays.
The best thing was that we didn't need to stand hours long on the queue for each ride.
Highly recommend!
This is the best adventure experience I’ve ever had in my life so far. No words to express my excitement and joy. I enjoyed it a lot. I hope to go there someday soon again.
I went on a Sunday with my boyfriend and, even though it was full, it was an wonderful experience!
I recommend bringing your own snacks and drinks because everything is very expensive here.
One suggestion - put the maximum heights in ALL the attractions. My boyfriend is 2,06m tall and he found, sometimes after waiting 45 minutes in line, that he couldn’t fit the attraction cars (even though they didn’t have a maximum height published at the entrance).
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Warner-Allee 1, 46244 Bottrop, Germany
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Tiger & Turtle
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Sights & Landmarks
Recreation center
Monuments & Statues
Tiger & Turtle Magic Mountain is a captivating art installation nestled in Duisburg, Germany, designed by the talented duo Heike Mutter and Ulrich Genth. This remarkable structure resembles a roller coaster but serves as an interactive walkway that invites visitors to explore its winding paths and steep ascents. Standing at 35 meters high on a man-made hill crafted from remnants of a former zinc manufacturing site, it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding industrial landscape.
Lovely place for an easy hike, mild breeze and a great view. Lush green perimeter and some benches to sit and relax.
SACHIT V — Google review
What a wonderful place to get exercise, see a great view of the town (I went at sunset!), and have some FUN!
This is an interactive sculpture that is a walkable "roller-coaster" (minus the rollers). I uploaded a video of doing the walk on my youtube and sped it up to give it the 'roller-coaster' feel for funsies. Make sure you wear pants under your skirt! As the walkway of the sculpture is metal-mesh and not all solid. Be careful on windy days... Other than that, it's a great place to take pictures!
When you enter, you can choose to go right or left. The right side is the longer way. Either way, you have to return back to the beginning going back the way you came, so it doesn't matter which way you choose first -- you can go both ways. There are gates preventing you from accessing the "upside down" part of the loop (obviously for safety reasons).
At the base of the sculpture, there are a few benches to sit on. There is also a trashbin near the benches.
There's a short hike up an easy incline up a hill to reach the spot from the nearest tram stop. There are also a couple "shortcuts" that cut through the wooded area -- but maybe you need a local to show you where they are... xD When you get off the tram, just follow the paved road to the top and you won't get lost. (Be sure to keep track of the tram time schedule so that you can plan your trip accordingly!)
Oh! BTW it is totally FREE! Like most best things in life are sposto be.... yey. Enjoy Germany!
A very nice experience. You can take a walking trail around in nature. On the paths between the trees. When you go up there is an interesting facility like an amusement park. You can go up the stairs but you can't go down the other side. You have to go down the side you go up. Because there is a part in the middle where you can't go. At night the lights come on and you see the sunset. A spectacular sight.
Great, different, free! A walkable roller coaster, only the looping sections were blocked because you can't walk upside down! 😂
The walk up in complete darkness at first (at night 🌃) was a bit spooky 👻 but was well rewarded. 🎢💡
Free of cost..
Beautiful scenic view
Lovely long walk and cycle paths of around 1.5 km to reach point once u deboard the tram..
Loop is not accessible it is upto a certain point one can go.
Best time to visit is during sunset or sunrise.. look good when lights are turned on.
It was free!!!
Had a great scenic experience. Would say the best time to go is just before sunset and when there aren't a lot of people (the more people...the more vibration)
Nice little place to visit. It’s a 15-20 minute walk up the path before you actually reach the metal walkway structure. It has a nice feel about the place and the views are great.
Simple yet unique and creative sculpture. Amazing integration of history and art. The views were amazing, especially during the sunset. It's definitely a must visit place with kids. There's a slope to reach there, and if you don't like walking around, there's a direct route as well, which is a sort of trek (2 mins). It's free of cost to visit. The nearest grocery store is around 1 km away. Best place to spend some quality time with oneself or with family and friends.
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Ehinger Str. 117, 47249 Duisburg, Germany
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Kletterwald Haltern
Rock climbing
Tours
Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks
Really fun place for both kids and adults. Fair price and you can pass there almost the entire day if your muscles allow it.
Nir M — Google review
Ran 2 summer camp groups of 20ish kids thru here. Site was great, equipment perfect, the climbs fun and challenging. And the Staff were polite and very friendly. Plus there was a dog. Can't wait to go again.
Cool climbing experience for dare devils. Young employees, friendly and sensitive for scaredy pants like me. English spoken. Value for money and great location.
A well laid out "climbing forest" with various levels of difficulty. Interesting obstacles including a toilet you need to ride. Solo and team based challenges possible.
Had a very good experience.. Enjoyed it !!!
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Hullerner Str. 109, 45721 Haltern am See, Germany
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Zollverein UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Historical place
Sights & Landmarks
Zollverein UNESCO World Heritage Site is a significant landmark in Essen, Germany. It was once the world's largest coal mine and now stands as a preserved site with monumental buildings and a museum dating back to 1849. The area also offers diverse outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports on Baldeneysee. Visitors can explore the industrial culture of the site through guided tours, museums, and cultural events held during the summer.
The Zollverein UNESCO World Heritage Site is truly a unique place to visit. It is calm, clean, and beautifully maintained, offering wide open spaces perfect for walking or jogging. The mix of industrial history and modern culture makes it both inspiring and relaxing. Whether you want to enjoy peaceful strolls, explore its fascinating architecture, or simply unwind in a serene atmosphere, Zollverein is a must-see destination that combines heritage with tranquility.
Jan T — Google review
Enormous industrial complex that was changed into a free tourist zone. There are some events organized here, they were even getting ready for one, when I was there, so you would assume that's a perfect example of revitalization effort. Unfortunately that's not entirely true. Yes instead of a toxic plant there is a museum and a forest, however that is also all that's here. Some of the equipment was left under the sun on its own, getting rusty and overgrown, making it look quite sad. Most of the buildings are closed down and the guided tour shows just a fraction of them. There is also no possibility to go underground inside the coal mine, to explore its history. Thinking it was the biggest one is quite a shame. Overall even though the complex makes an amazing first expression the longer you walk through it the sadder it gets. Wasted potential...
My visit to the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex was an absolutely magnificent experience. It is truly awe-inspiring to see how this former industrial behemoth has been masterfully repurposed into a vibrant cultural landscape, housing museums, exhibition centers, a university, and more. The vision required to preserve such a monumental piece of history while breathing new life into it is simply remarkable.
The sprawling 100-hectare site has been ingeniously transformed into a verdant park, with fantastic cycling and walking paths weaving through the imposing structures. This unique blend of industrial heritage and natural beauty means you can have a wonderful visit just enjoying the park, even if history isn't your main interest.
Zollverein truly offers a full day of exploration and enjoyment for the entire family. With delightful cafes, excellent restaurants, and even a casino on the grounds, it's impossible to feel a moment of boredom.
I was unfortunately pressed for time and could only spend three hours there, which was barely enough to scratch the surface. I am already planning my next trip to fully immerse myself in everything this incredible place has to offer.
A Special Tip: To truly grasp the immense scale of the complex, I wholeheartedly recommend exploring it by bike or taking one of the guided cart tours. It's an experience that is absolutely worth it!
So pleasantly surprised by this place, it is insta worth it on its own but don’t miss out on the Ruhr museum, worth getting the full ticket to see the special exhibits. Humongous place to see not only the story is the mines but the area, its people and work. Could easily spend there several hours and still not see everything. Pair with Red Dot design museum in the same complex!
Parking is free, and information offices offer maps of this former industrial area, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The map shows the locations of the various exhibitions and indicates a circular route that takes about an hour and a half to walk at a slow pace.
On Sundays when I was there, tourist trains run in the site and there are also guided tours.
The ticket offices display the prices of the different tickets. I paid €10 for the Ruhr Museum and the Portal der Industriekultur, which has a panoramic terrace.
This coal mine, began operating in 1932.
Together with the processing plant, it occupied an area of about 100 hectares.
It closed in 1986 and began its transformation into a cultural center in 1990.
A beautiful place. A huge mine listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The area around the mine is vast and green, and there's even a small playground for children. There's ample parking for cars. There's a small café on the grounds where you can enjoy a coffee or snack while waiting to enter the mine. Prices are reasonable. I recommend visiting this architectural wonder.
Surprisingly wonderful repurposing of an industrial site as a cultural centre. The juxtaposition of the buildings and metalwork with reclaiming nature is striking, and we could have easily have spent hours more wandering around than we had the time for during our visit. Easy to dismiss at a glance on the internt but remarkably affecting in person. Very glad we stopped to see it.
This made for a fascinating few hours. It's all quiet now but you can imagine the noise, heat and dust when it was operating. It has been very skilfully transformed into a coal museum and there is a large area to wander around by the coking plant.
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Gelsenkirchener Str. 181, 45309 Essen, Germany
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Museum Folkwang
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Modern art museum
Museums
Art Museums
Museum Folkwang, located in Essen, is a renowned cultural institution that boasts an extensive collection of European art from the 19th and 20th centuries. Originally founded in Hagen in 1902, the museum moved to Essen in 1921 and has since expanded its collection to include masterpieces by prominent artists such as Van Gogh, Monet, Kandinsky, and Klee.
A well maintained and beautiful public museum. Apart from the permanent exhibition, there was also "Frau in blau" temporary exhibition. The highlight is Van Gogh's paintings kept in the permanent exhibition.
Prathmesh W — Google review
Enjoyable experience of modern art (the 1860s to the 1970s) with informative notes. Includes Dali, Magritte, Van Gogh among many others.
I particularly liked various installations.
A leisurely stroll through the exhibits took me about two hours, but I can imagine spending more time in this museum, especially because the photo collection was closed at the time of my visit.
The main collection is open for free.
There is a café-restaurant on the terrace next to the museum. The museum shop has gifts and a lot, a whole library worth of art books. There is also an actual library (reading room) to sit and study art books.
Te permanent exhibition is free. You can find art from Andy Warhol, Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, Renoir, Mondrian, etc. And many contemporary artwork.
If you want to visit the temporary expositions. You can buy your ticket in the entrance :)
Also, the museum shop has interesting stuff to see or buy 🤩
I love this place. The William Kentridge exhibition was exceptional, but the collections hold some gems too (Matisse, Gauguin, Nam Yune Paik, Rodin, Mondriaan) and well curated. We came with our 6 year old who’s not very interrested in art and still spent 3 hours! The museum shop has a great book selection.
Architecturally the building is amazing. The permanente collection is overall pretty good, has quite a few contemporary masters and some interesting minors particularly from the Neue Sachlichkeit and I did not pay.
But really need a curatorial overhaul, thematic rooms are maybe good for kids, not for a thinking adult. In particular if the themes are so abstract and the paintings do not speak with each other. Also you can’t put Braque and Picasso right beside a festival poster.
I found very interesting & cool the scoring system for paintings’ provenance during WWII, to rank how clear or murky their history was. I wish the same would be done for the “exotic” pieces they have but I guess we would see a lot of red dots.
The staff were incredibly friendly and the temporary exhibition was interesting and well curated.
Very nice museum. Free to visit except for the temporary exhibitions.
Their permanent collection is pretty amazing. You can see some artwork from Van Gogh, Picasso, Dali and many more. It’s free entry except the temporary exhibitions.
A great museum with a great collection of modern and contemporary art. Architecture of the building is also amazing. You would need 2-3h for a proper visit.
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Parkleuchten im Gruga Park
Nature & Parks
Gardens
Parks
Waterfalls
"Parkleuchten im Gruga Park" is an annual event in Essen's Gruga Park, featuring beautifully designed light installations that create a magical atmosphere. The park comes alive with new lights and different themes each year, making it a must-see attraction for visitors of all ages. The colorful and attractive displays offer great photo opportunities and are especially enjoyable for families with children. Despite the paid entry, the experience is well worth it.
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Gabi B — Google review
Interesting to visit, however the visiting time is very limited and the 2G rule is there although it is outdoor.
(Translated by Google) We found it very nice. Were there on a Saturday and only at 9 p.m., but there was still a lot going on. But we didn't have to wait long. The lights and attractions were beautiful and photo worthy.
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Wir fanden es sehr schön. Waren an einem Samstag da und erst um 21 Uhr, dafür war aber noch ordentlich was los. Anstehen mussten wir aber nicht groß. Die Lichter und Attraktionen waren schön und Fotos wert.
(Translated by Google) [03/04/2022] Located at the exhibition center in Essen, the GrugaPark offers many activities in summer and winter. Every year after dusk, the Gruga lights are a colorful and attractive place to visit with many different light installations in shape and color. Always a highlight for photographers.
A toilet and stops for eating and drinking are also available. There are several parking lots around the park. Admission is €6.00 for adults.
(Original)
[04.03.2022] An der Messe in Essen gelegen bietet der GrugaPark im Sommer und Winter viele Aktivitäten. Das Grugaleuchten ist jedes Jahr nach der Dämmerung eine bunte und attraktive Besuchsmöglichkeit mit vielen verschiedenen Lichtinstallationen in Form und Farbe. Für Fotografen immer ein Highlight.
Ein WC sowie Stops zum essen und trinken sind auch vorhanden. Rund um den Park gibt es mehrere Parkplätze. Der Eintritt kostet für Erwachsene 6,00 Euro.
(Translated by Google) It was absolutely beautiful. A lot to see. Terrain that is sometimes difficult for older people and yet very dark. But everything worked out. A great attraction for young and old. Price performance top! The physical well-being was also provided in abundance at affordable prices. Toilets clean 👍🏼 Tip: Use the side entrances and book the tickets in advance. Then it's a walk through, the parking lot on the side of the road was SO free. We'd love to come back.
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War voll schön. Viel zu sehen. Für ältere Leute teilweise schwieriges Terrain und doch sehr dunkel. Aber hat alles geklappt. Für Groß und Klein ne tolle Attraktion. Preis Leistung top! Für das leibliche Wohl wurde auch reichlich gesorgt zu erschwinglichen Preisen. Toiletten sauber 👍🏼 Tip: Nutzt die Seiteneingänge und bucht die Karten vorab. Dann ist es ein Durchmarsch, auch der Parkplatz war SO am Straßenrand kostenlos. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
(Translated by Google) An event that you have to see if you come from the Ruhr area. We were there on a weekday and got a parking space straight away. We had already booked the tickets (adults €9) online and it was very quick at the entrance. Beautiful light events in different shapes and sizes. A great artist! You can also get mulled wine, coffee and bratwurst if you're slightly hungry. A bratwurst in a bun for €4 is reasonable. It took us about 1 1/2 to 2 hours and it was a nice trip ;-)
(Original)
Eine Veranstaltung die man gesehen haben muss wenn man aus dem Ruhrgebiet kommt. Wir waren an einem Wochentag dort und haben auch sofort einen Parkplatz bekommen. Die Tickets ( Erwachsene 9€ )hatten wir online schon gebucht und es ging sehr schnell am Eingangsbereich. Wunderschöne Lichtereignisse in verschiedenen Formen und Größen. Ein toller Künstler ! Glühwein, Kaffee und Bratwurst für den kleinen Hunger kann man auch bekommen. Eine Bratwurst im Brötchen für 4€ sind angemessen. Wir benötigten ca 1 1/2 bis 2 Stunden und es war ein schöner Ausflug ;-)
(Translated by Google) I was just blown away, there was a lot on offer and it was very well attended. And the entrance fee is totally justified at 9 euros for an adult. The only drawback is perhaps the search for a parking space.
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Ich war nur hin und weg , es wird einen viel geboten und es war auch sehr gut besucht . Und der Eintritt ist total gerechtfertigt mit 9 Euro für einen Erwachsenen . Das einzige Manko ist vielleicht die Parkplatz suche .
(Translated by Google) Beautiful light installations. Really great for 2-3 hours to walk and switch off. I would only recommend this to a limited extent with children. At the end there are lights in a park. There is no interaction to speak of. This probably makes it quickly uninteresting for children.
1 star less because there are no signposts. If you don't know your way around the park, you'll quickly find yourself in front of an exit that's not the one you came in through. That might have to be changed.
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Schöne Lichtinstallationen. Für 2-3 Stunden zum spazieren und abschalten wirklich toll. Mit Kindern würde ich das nur eingeschränkt empfehlen. Am Ende sind es Lichter in einem Park. Es gibt keine nennenswerte Interaktion. Das macht es, wahrscheinlich, für Kinder schnell uninteressant.
1 Stern weniger, da es keine Wegweiser gibt. Wenn man sich in dem Park nicht auskennt, steht man mal schnell vor einem Ausgang, der nicht der ist, durch den man rein gekommen ist. Das müsste man vll. ändern.
(Translated by Google) Worth a look, interesting and romantic experience. Definitely go and check it out. Your physical well-being is also taken care of.
(Original)
Sollte man sich anschauen, interessant und Romantisches Erfahrung. Geht auf jeden Fall hin und schaut es euch an. Für euer leibliches Wohl ist auch gesorgt.
(Translated by Google) Always worth seeing.
Very lovingly designed light installations. Dogs are also allowed. The park shines with new lights every year and different themes are implemented. There are always a few installations that stand out and the €7 entry fee is definitely worth it.
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Immer wieder sehenswert.
Sehr liebevoll gestaltet Lichtinstallationen. Auch Hunde dürfen mit. Der Park erstrahlt jedes Jahr in neuem Lichterglanz und verschiedene Themen werden umgesetzt. Es gibt immer ein paar Installation, die herausstechen und die 7 € Eintritt sind es definitiv wert.
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Messepl. 1A, 45131 Essen, Germany
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Villa Hügel
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Villa
Sights & Landmarks
Villa Hügel is a significant part of Essen's architectural heritage and represents the prosperous industrialization of the Ruhr region. Constructed in the late 19th century by Alfred Krupp, this opulent 269-room mansion sits on a vast 20-hectare estate overlooking the Ruhr. The Neoclassical design reflects elegance and modernity, boasting innovative features ahead of its time. Visitors can explore its ornate interiors and stroll through the expansive parkland.
⭐To avoid being shut out after driving over, or like us, after a long transit and much walking, check the kalendar on Villa Hügel’s own website. 🍉Click into the individual dates. The opening hours are quite irregular.
⭐Wear comfortable shoes. Much walking and much standing around to read the history on the wall made my legs leaden. In a rewarding way, sure. But very much exhausted:-)
⭐No sit-down indoor cafe on the premise. Just an outdoor food trailer. This made our visit even more physically challenging. I would’ve been okay with the trailer food and sitting outside on a bench to eat. But neither trailor food nor sitting in the chill wind was my mother-in-law’s idea of relaxation. So we stayed as long as we physically could and left for bio fuel.
⭐The place is stunning. The opulence starts only when you step in. The exterior is quite pared down. Geometry, woodwork and visual illusions make the spaces interesting. The usual symbolism of western civilizations is everywhere.
⭐Appreciation of the historic value of architectural and textual archive is not endorsement of everything the Krupp family did. Just so we are clear.
Handan B — Google review
Villa Hügel is an impressive testament to German engineering. The architecture and historical significance as the Krupp family residence are fascinating. A must-visit for anyone interested in technology and history!
A stunning and peaceful place filled with history. Once home to the Krupp family, Villa Hügel impresses with its elegant architecture, grand halls, and beautiful parkland. The exhibitions are well curated and give a deep insight into Germany’s industrial past. A must-visit if you're in the Ruhr area! Amazing place
I would give it a lower rating because there are no explanations in English in the museum, just a small leaflet at the entrance. You also have an app with AR, but only in German, but luckily, I got information beforehand on the internet and I use technology so I can get by, but as a museum, at least add explanations in English for tourists? This is a problem with many German museums. Anyway, the residence and the museum itself are magnificent. The staff is friendly, the park is beautiful. I also watched the TV series about the Krupps, so it was nice to see this in live. A truly magical place. I love history and historical sites and enjoy exploring them around Germany, but many institutions don't seem to care about tourists.
It was nice to visit the residence of this old timey Jeffrey Bezos, the villa and the garden are beautiful. English translations were missing in the exhibitions and most staff were rude - a number of times they shouted at me or my son in German. You can’t get anything to eat except for fries (nice but not fresh) and bratwurst that was very low quality.
This is one of the amazing places in Essen to visit. A beautiful historical building featuring rich pieces of history. The architecture and design are quite unique and breathtaking, making it very worthwhile to spend as much time going to the many various rooms and seeing artwork, classic furniture and many more. The park around the villa is also quite amazing to walk around and take a nice relaxing stroll.
There is an entrance fee to the villa but it is very affordable and I would recommend a visit to this historical house.
The place is on the other side of the S-Bahn station of Essen-Hügel, and there are signs to get to the villa, so you can’t really miss this fantastic sight.
An amazing home to visit and look around. The grounds around the home are stunning!!
Großeshaus was closed. I only visited the Kleineshaus which is the museum. Museum has only German subtitles which was dissappointing. Museum has 2 floors and the inside is all about the Krupp Family and how they grew their business, their effects on war, their products etc. There is a big garden where you can walk around and enjoy the clean air. The Villa is close to the Baldeneysee and the Hügel Station.
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Westfield Ruhr Park
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Shopping mall
Shopping
Ruhr Park is a trendy and contemporary shopping center that boasts an extensive selection of stores, an expansive food court, and a sizable 14-screen cinema. The mall is distinguishable from other commercial establishments with its diverse array of brands and products for sale. Additionally, the shopping center provides ample space for children to play around while their parents shop. The eating area features both indoor and outdoor options.
They don't call it a mall. It's a place where festival shopping can be done daily. All brands have shops there. A nice place to spend the weekend.
SRIDHARAN I — Google review
Best shopping place, many brands available
Parking and electric car charging available near the facility
We were there on Jan 1st, few shops are open.. but management decided to close all toilets. It was hard time finding toilets
A really nice shopping centre with many different stores. There's something for everyone.
It's a nice place to bring the family or to visit with friends and just casually walk about, grab a meal or a little treat.
Very nice place, everything except grocery is available.
Parking is everywhere and for free.
Very good and family friendly place
It was a great fabric market. I like it much. The dominant mixtures were bleu-green fleece. Many of different Jersey fabrics in a huge combinations. Good quality. For each wallet.
Lovely shopping place, beautiful atmosphere, open areas, lots of lovely designed benches and sitting places, and almost all the shopping brands from Germany. Loved the place, easily accessible from bus as Ruhrpark stop. Not many eating options available but what is there is still alot. Kiki’s kitchen cheese cake is a must try, light and yummy.
Large and modern Shopping Mall with free parking(specially marked parking spaces for women, parents with young children, invalids, electric car chargers, place for bikes and repair Tools). Modern and clean Toilets are also free.
Usually in Germany everything is for money, in Ruhr Park the parking and Toilets are free. It is similar to Dubai open mall. You can find all markas here. H&M, C&A, Zara, media markt, kauflan, Mac, some restaurantsand coffee......
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4.5
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Am Einkaufszentrum 1, 44791 Bochum, Germany
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Neanderthal Museum
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Museum
Specialty Museums
The Neanderthal Museum, situated on the outskirts of Dusseldorf, offers an engaging journey through four million years of human evolution. Visitors can explore lifelike human sculptures and interactive audiovisual presentations that vividly depict the story of humankind from its origins to the present day. The museum is located in the Neandertal valley, where the first Neanderthal was discovered over 160 years ago.
We had really great time here with kids. The museum is good bus access from train station. In the museum we will receive a headset, you can hear very detailed information in each items. You need extra few euros to visit the tower, its few minutes walking distance from the museum building, it’s worth to visit too. Play ground for kids also a high light! We spent 5-6 hours in total there! Worth to come again :)
Dina A — Google review
Good Museum, but mainly for children,family visit as lots of interactive thing to watch,listen and outside is a playground. Even if u are not an evolution fan, but it worth a visit. Nice walk outside,at the cansl and woods, natural and not too overtrimmed. Bit left wild as huge area connect to the Neanderthal valley.. Recommend
The museum is a hidden gem, specially for expats like me or tourists from abroad, as it has plenty of text and audio in English (unfortunately not that common in Germany). The reconstructions are incredible and are definitely the highlight! But the museum actually offers very good content, with detail in the scientific disciplines involved and including important civic takeaways. It is also quite interesting for families, since the permanent exhibition includes a lot of interactive elements and an audio guide with voice acting for immersion.
Museum is informative, designed mostly to kids, adults can find interesting information as well. I would recommend visiting it for those who are interested in prehistoric era. But most exhibits are replicas.
Amazing museum. It's small but very well made and explained. Beautiful building and surrounding site. Highly recommended for kids.
Definitely buy tickets online as it was only 1 cashier open for the tickets and for the shop. For us it wasnt a wow museum, but never been in one so its out of a bucket list 😊
Nice interactive and interesting museum! There is a nice playground in the area as well!
Great exhibition, enriching experience, very suitable learning experience for kids and adult.
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LWL Industrial Museum Zollern
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Museum
History museum
Nestled in the heart of Dortmund, the LWL Industrial Museum Zollern stands as a remarkable tribute to the region's rich industrial past. This former coal mine, with its stunning Art Nouveau entrance and striking red brick architecture reminiscent of a Gothic castle, invites visitors to delve into the evolution of mining technology and its profound impact on society. Inside, you'll find an impressive Machine Hall showcasing historic machinery from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, alongside exhibitions that illuminate the life of miners.
An old mine reserved as an industrial museum. Very informative exhibition about coalmining and the miners. Very nice art-deco architecture. Plenty of good photo motives. They start to implement holographic explenations/displays
Uwe D — Google review
Absolutely nice place to visit.
The exhibition is absolutely nice but not spectacular. It was pretty plain ... but maybe the time of the year didn't help.
The architecture and set-up of the complex is a very nice pro.
Such a beautiful place, not just a museum but also a place to visit even if you don't like artifacts. Totally worthy.
There is a nice restaurant inside as well, which is also very good.
Nice industry museum with plenty of free parking and unique architecture set in a former hard coal mine. Most buildings are accessible and one of the towers is climbable. I took the free tour with a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide who even had the large compressor in the machine hall started.
Huge site dedicated to coal mining at the turn of century, 1900-1930. Fabulous Art Deco buildings, the steel & glass engine room in particular. Great collection of motors & winding gear, the climb up the tower provides a good birds eye view. Excellent museum, especially of social history & hard life of the miners. €5/person, cafe, toilets (note back of toilet doors!). The sheer size of the place & what has been achieved is awesome.
Very few people there when we visited. Extremely well presented industrial heritage museum about coal mining. The power generation and winding gear building was a big surprise because it was Art Nouveau and so well laid out. Climbing to the top of the mine winding gear was the highlight for me. The exhibition about diversity was not relevant.
Truly amazing! Spend 2h in this place, which is in incredible shape. Some descriptions and info are in english, but mostly german. Many cool exhibits and underground rooms and tunnels. Very cool experience!
A must visit museum for the open minded and architecture lovers!
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Vohwinkel
Transit station
Transportation
Vohwinkel is a district in Wuppertal, known for its central station, Wuppertal Hauptbahnhof, and the iconic Schwebebahn suspension railway. The railway is a landmark of the city and offers convenient public transportation with frequent departures. It operates primarily on weekends and holidays, with replacement bus services on weekdays. The Schwebebahn provides a unique perspective of the city as it cruises above streets and residential areas.
One of its kind hanging train. The train is in service from early 1900's. An amazing engineering feat!
The Bahn Route covers scenic places. It runs above river, roads. Try to occupy the last seat as it provides the best visual treat!
Vivek P — Google review
Amazing experience and a highlight when you are in Wuppertal. Just take a ride from one end to the other.
Consider checking the schedules because the Schwebebahn is often in maintenance mode.
Only runs on weekends right now. But if you keep that in mind, it's a very affordable and unique tourist attraction. Great way to see a beautiful city. Buy the all-day ticket and hop on and off. Don't forget to learn about the famous elephant who rode the train
It was a really nice experience for us and the children that the rail way was above the river and streets
Elevatated train from 1901 is a must see. It costs €14.50 for a 3-person 24-hour ticket that includes buses.
Bahn is great fun, but pnr didnt work there it was hard to left the car
It's a very good experience for a one time ride. The trains were nice and clean. Lines are beautifully constructed over the central canal through the city. The views of the surrounding hills are also nice.
Tips: The tail end seats offer the best views. It's a bit noisy ride.
I was told about this suspension railway and recommended to try it. I joined at Kluse (one stop down from the main train station, next to the cinema) and grabbed a ticket - although cheap (only 1.70) I found the machine doesn't take credit card, so come prepared with coins.
The railway isn't big - only two carriages - but they are pretty frequent so if you miss one (or it's full), you don't have long to wait for the next. The carriages have been modernised: they're brightly-lit with clean seats that don't look worn in any way. Sitting at the back gives a good view down the river and along the roads during the trip, but as I tried it last evening in winter most of my trip was quite dark.
I travelled south-west all the way to Vohwinkel (the terminal stop) where it's possible to see the other carriages parked, so there's quite a few cars. I then grabbed the one on the other side and travelled back the other way.
Quite leisurely, a pretty smooth ride and fairly quick, given the age of the technology. Well worth the trip!
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Views Müngsten Bridge
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Bridges
Views Müngsten Bridge is a picturesque spot located in Mungstener Bruckenweg, offering stunning views of the steel bridge that spans across the Wupper river valley. This historic bridge, which opened in 1897, stands at a height of approximately 351 feet, making it the highest railway bridge in Germany. Visitors can enjoy picnics and explore forest hiking trails while taking in the breathtaking scenery.
Stunning view and a very relaxing atmosphere. Perfect place for a picnic with friends. Unfortunately the parking is full
Svetlana B — Google review
Beautiful viewpoint overlooking the water, the bridge, and there’s even a restaurant. There’s also a small ironworks on site that you can visit.
Free to visit & park, would recommend! Don’t park down the road, that’s actually survive off the fittest level parking. Park on the big parking down the big road. It’s the second exit near this maps-pin.
Oldest iron except that I didn't find anything interesting .
Beautiful serene place.
Great Brücke !!
Great place for hiking and biking tours .
Beautiful, especially when you're interested in engineering and technical/mechanical stuff
Beautiful place
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Müngstener Brückenweg 71, 42659 Solingen, Germany
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Parkplatz Schloss Burg P1
Parking lot
Sights & Landmarks
Castles
(Translated by Google) This castle is simply wonderful... definitely worth a visit!
The staff are all incredibly friendly.
(Original)
Diese Burg ist einfach wunderbar....sollte sich auf jeden Fall anschauen
Die Mitarbeiter sind alles super freundlich
Sabine M — Google review
Paid €3.60 for for two hours of parking then needed to feed a newborn baby, went to the gate to exit still within the 2 hours of paid parking it wanted more money because time of paying and time of exit were different. Despite paying for two hours and attempted to exit in those two hours.
Called for help on machine and no answer
Perfect parking
(Translated by Google) It's a sufficiently large parking lot.
You can only pay with cash, and only bills up to 20 euros are accepted.
I think this is a problem, especially for foreign visitors who are used to paying by card.
Hence, one star less.
(Original)
Es handelt sich um einen ausreichend großen Parkplatz.
Man kann nur mit Bargeld bezahlen und es werden nur Scheine bis 20 Euro angenommen.
Ich denke, gerade für ausländische Besucher, die an Kartenzahlung gewöhnt sind, ist das ein Problem.
Daher ein Sternchen weniger.
(Translated by Google) It's very beautiful here. However, parking is limited on busy days. You can find additional parking nearby.
(Original)
Es ist sehr schön hier. Parkplätze reichen aber an gzt besuchten Tagen nicht. Man kann in der Nähe weitere Parkplätze finden
(Translated by Google) A quiet place to linger, with occasional lovely events; every visit is worthwhile. The tours are highly recommended.
(Original)
Ruhiger Ort zum verweilen und ab und an auch mit schönen Veranstaltungen jeder besuch lohnt sich. Sehr zu empfehlen sind die Rundgänge.
(Translated by Google) It gets very crowded on weekends and the incline isn't easy for novice drivers. Otherwise, it's fine.
(Original)
Am Wochenende ist er sehr überfüllt und die Steigung ist nicht einfach für Fahranfänger. Ansonsten ist er in Ordnung.
(Translated by Google) Nice parking lot with plenty of spaces. Very clean.
(Original)
Schöner Parkplatz mit viele Plätze.Sehr sauber.
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Cologne Zoo
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Zoo
Zoos & Aquariums
Nestled in the heart of Cologne, the Cologne Zoological Garden is a historic gem that has been captivating visitors since its establishment in 1860. This long-standing zoo boasts an impressive collection of over 10,000 animals representing more than 850 species. Among its many attractions are a stunning elephant park—the largest in Northern Europe—an engaging aquarium, and a lush rainforest house that transports you to exotic locales.
What a lovely day out with great friends! Weather was cooperating and most of the animals were out and about! Some we did not see because they were hiding or somewhere else but there was still plenty others to see. We loved the dinosaurs too! Stopped by the restaurant for some lunch which was also very nice. Lots of bees/wasps flying around while we were seated eating, so maybe not a great place if you are allergic, but otherwise really nice. Bathrooms were easy to find and it was easy getting in and out. Loved how playful the others were being! Thank you from the US!!
Heather ( — Google review
The 165th anniversary of Cologne Zoo is celebrated with evergreen content: dinosaurs.
But also with a Panini sticker album. So, if you want to give your children a treat, buy the Dino kombi ticket with the sticker album. Do so online to jump the queue on site. I highly recommend to also book the Dino VR experience in advance - it is a ten minute visual aid (in coop with local VR hero TimeRide) and adds to the animatronics dinos scattered throughout the park.
Otherwise, the 14 dinos add a nice distraction to the regular inhabitants of the lovely zoo. Some are animated, others really huge. One of the oldest zoos of Germany sports some nice attractions but also undergoes some considerable refurbishments. Some areas are closed off, others are currently under construction (giraffe house).
But some historic buildings (old elephant house) surely add to the flavor.
We paid €98 for two adults and 2 kids. So plan to bring your healthy snacks and drinks with you, otherwise better top up your Amex ;)
Although zoos are not my favorite place to travel, this zoo surprised me. Animal rights were relatively respected and different and rare animals were collected in this zoo. I saw the Iranian cheetah, an endangered animal, for the first time in this zoo. It was a completely different experience from the zoos I had seen in Asia and Europe. I had it here.
An incredibly expansive and intricate zoo, with an insane amount of different areas and habitats to visit. Definitely reserve at least a few hours to complete a full loop of the zoo! I've never seen so many of certain animals before, namely the meerkats. Gate staff are also super friendly and speak English which makes it easy.
Have been there again after a long time, it seems most animals kept well,they have more space now and look ok. Only the see through pool of the hippopotamus had an eco problem and was very cloudy,which was why they weren't fed for the public. The ant eater looked bored and moved repetitive.
I liked the space of the cheetah which looked very natural.
Entrance is expansive,but if you buy tickets online you get a daily free ticket for public transport
The Cologne Zoo is very small. The elephant house and fake dinosaurs take up most of the space.
The zoo is a dreary, bleak, and absolutely ugly place, captivating depressed animals. It's truly awful, giving an abandoned desolated and apocalyptic area.
Anyone who doesn't feel pity for them probably won't feel anything else either. Every enclosure is super tiny.
A lot of animals were also not there.
The tropical house was closed, as well as every snack bars except one.. on a weekend.
Amazing place...a beautifully laid out zoo with so many wonderful birds and mammals to see and learn about
The Cologne Zoo was Fascinating and I had a remarkable time looking at and watching all the different types of animals. One exception is that they could zone the animal regions so you know what animals are where based on their location they are found. My father in law, Gary enjoyed watching the penguins and the seals jump and dive into the water, Gary said “looks fun to be one”. We both had an amazing time in the Dino VR which tells you how the dinosaurs went extinct and how they lived before. It’s fascinating and a must see, the food selection could be better but overall a great zoo experience. One of the better ones i’ve seen!!🙌
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Cologne Central Station
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Train station
Sights & Landmarks
The Cologne Central Station has been refurbished and upgraded to cater to local, national, and international passenger trains. The hostel adjacent to the station offers easy access to nearby tourist destinations. The rooms are well-lit with parquet or hardwood flooring and large windows providing a great view of the neighborhood. Guests can sleep soundly on comfortable single beds with individual bed headlight for checking emails while lying down.
Cologne Central Station is one of the best and most convenient train stations I’ve used in Germany. It’s very well-connected, with frequent trains to major cities like Frankfurt, Berlin, and Amsterdam.
The station is clean, organized, and easy to navigate, even for travelers who don’t speak German. Signs are clear and available in English, and the staff were helpful when I had questions.
There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and even halal food options nearby. The location is also perfect—just next to the beautiful Cologne Cathedral, so you can enjoy sightseeing even during a short stop.
Overall, a great experience. Safe, efficient, and comfortable. Highly recommended for both local and international travelers!
Ramy R — Google review
Love how this central station is extremely close to the famous Cologne Cathedral. You get out of the station and voila, the main landmark is there. I went around a little bit and it's quite dirty and smells urine and all other unpleasant ones.
Otherwise, I was just happy at how convenient it was located to my main destination, which is the cathedral.
I love that you can see Koln Cathedral as soon as you step out of the train station. And that you're right in the heart of old town, an easy walk to restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions. There were a few coin operated rides in the train station to keep my little boy happy while we waited. I believe there were also local cafes but I just had Starbucks this time.
Nice & huge Place, it's have all service and restaurants. Possibility of traveling to most parts of Germany, beautiful views of the famous Cologne Cathedral, and easy access to tourist attractions (river, cable car, museums, shops, old town, etc.)
The train station is okay and is located well but… Why is there ONE BATHROOM?? The queue was so long and I just needed to go :( there are also a lot of druggies and strange people around the station and a lot of drunks.
One of the most beautiful Central Stations (if not the best) in Nordrhein-Westfalen. From there you have multiple possibilities with the tram, S-Bahn or subway. You can also take a walk around to see the old city. The cathedral in front of it is a MUST SEE!
Köln Hauptbahnhof is easily one of Europe's most visually stunning railway stations, thanks to its breathtaking location right next to the magnificent Kölner Dom, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The direct proximity creates a dramatic and mesmerizing view as you exit, where the modern travel hub is dwarfed by the towering spires of the Gothic Cathedral. This central location makes it the perfect gateway, not only serving as a crucial junction for high-speed ICE and international trains to Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam, but also providing immediate access to the River Rhine, the famous "love lock" covered Hohenzollern Bridge, and Cologne's historic Old Town.
A great place to arrive and depart. This station is located in the middle of everything. There is the famous Cathedral, history, a museum and lots of shopping areas with restaurants. A short walk & you can walk beside the River or across the bridge .
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Cologne Cathedral
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Cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
Cologne Cathedral, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, stands as a majestic landmark in the heart of Cologne. Its grand facade is just the beginning; visitors can embark on guided tours that not only delve into its rich history but also offer breathtaking views of the Rhine River. The vibrant city surrounding this iconic cathedral is alive with culture and charm, from medieval markets to lively carnival celebrations.
Majestic…. In every angle. Firstly a great place of worship. A great prayer hall, architecture, gothic at is best. The entrances from east and west are not to be missed of its details. The north with two mighty towers offers best of it.
The huge windows with itched glasses depicting various holy characters are worth watching in details. It takes one full day to enjoy this place in and out.
Konamaneti R — Google review
Utterly breathtaking and awe inspiring Cathedral. Immensely beautiful, clean and free to enter. Excellent support service in the Information centre. Many lovely older worlde cafes nearby.Toilets outside the Cathedral are clean and well maintained.
The Cologne Cathedral is absolutely amazing and breathtaking! Its enormous size and stunning Gothic architecture make it one of the most impressive landmarks I’ve ever visited. Even though it’s often crowded, everything feels well organized, and the atmosphere remains peaceful and respectful.
It’s also right next to the Hauptbahnhof (main train station), so it’s very easy to reach — perfect for a quick stop or a longer visit. The gift shop is lovely, with nice souvenirs and books about the cathedral’s history.
I especially recommend visiting on rainy days — the interior feels even more magical and calming, with the sound of rain outside and the light coming through the stained glass windows. Truly a must-see spot in Cologne!
During our Rhine River Cruise, we came here to see this great piece of Gothic architecture. We came with our guide. Since they are not allowed inside, we saw it ourselves. It took more than 600 years to complete this magnificent Church. It was declared World Heritage Site in 1996. It is most visited landmark in Germany. More than 6 million tourist visit every year. It is the third tallest Church in the world. This medieval Church is continuously renovated.
It is very beautiful from inside. The stained window glasses and other piece of art and paintings are magnificent. It's open from 10 to 5 from Monday to Saturday and 1 to 4 on Sundays. Minimum one hour is required to see it properly. The trolley bags and other big bags are not allowed inside.
An absolutely breathtaking masterpiece, one of the most awe-inspiring buildings you’ll ever see. Standing before it, you can truly feel the weight of centuries, the devotion, and the artistry that went into every single stone. The towering spires seem to touch the sky, and when the sunlight hits the stained glass windows, the entire interior glows with color and quiet power.
It’s not just a cathedral - it’s a symbol of human perseverance, faith, and creativity. Construction began in the 13th century and took more than 600 years to complete, yet the vision never faded. Every detail, from the delicate sculptures to the massive arches, tells a story of patience and belief that beauty is worth waiting for.
Its foundation was laid in the 13th century and it was only completed in the 19th century; it rises in the very heart of the city as one of the most impressive examples of Gothic architecture. Both the details on the exterior and the historic, tranquil atmosphere you feel once you step inside are truly mesmerizing. Just walking around in the silence, with light filtering through the stained glass and the ceilings soaring above you, is an experience in itself. It’s a landmark that’s become synonymous with Cologne and, in my opinion, a truly magnificent place that you definitely shouldn’t miss.
We came for the Christmas markets but were wowed by this cathedral. Absolutely stunning. It is free, which is amazing!!! We walked right in. We did pay €20 for the whole family to go up the south tower. We did not buy these ahead. It was a little tight up the stairs. 535 of them. We saw the bells and they rang when we were by them, which was cool.
One of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever seen.
Cologne Cathedral isn’t just a building — it dominates the city. The closer you stand, the more unreal it feels: every detail, every shadow, every tower looks carved with impossible precision.
Inside, the atmosphere drops into silence instantly. It’s calm, powerful, almost overwhelming in the best way.
If you’re in Cologne, this is the one place you absolutely can’t skip. Truly unforgettable.
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Museum Ludwig
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Modern art museum
Museums
Art museum
Nestled in the heart of Cologne, Museum Ludwig is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. Once the private collection of Peter Ludwig, this museum showcases an impressive array of modern art that spans various movements including Pop Art, Abstract Expressionism, and Surrealism. As you explore its vibrant halls, you'll encounter everything from striking paintings to intricate ceramics and thought-provoking sketches.
A fantastic museum for modern and contemporary art lovers. Museum Ludwig has an impressive collection; from Picasso and Warhol to Lichtenstein and contemporary German artists. The layout is spacious and well organized, making it easy to explore at your own pace. Some temporary exhibitions are truly thought-provoking and beautifully curated. The view of Cologne Cathedral from the upper floors is a bonus also. It’s definitely worth spending a couple of hours here. If you enjoy art, don’t skip it while in Cologne.
Gizem K — Google review
What a lovely museum; both its architecture and its collections, they are all breathtaking…
Museum Ludwig is highly regarded as one of Europe's most significant art museums, particularly for its collection of modern and contemporary art…
It has diverse collection, which includes extensive holdings of Pop Art, Picasso, and works from the Russian avant-garde…
The museum's architecture and spacious galleries are excellently contributing to a positive experience…
Its main key aspects are as below:
Extensive Collection:
It boasts a vast collection spanning various artistic movements from the 20th and 21st centuries, with notable strengths in Pop Art, Picasso, and Russian avant-garde works…
Renowned Artists:
You can expect to see works by iconic artists such as Picasso, Warhol, Lichtenstein, Richter, Mondrian, Dali, Kandinsky, Nolde, Kokoschka, Man Ray, Pollack, Miro and many more…
Well-Curated Exhibitions:
The museum is well-organized and thoughtfully presents exhibitions, offering a mix of established masterpieces and cutting-edge contemporary works…
Architectural Design:
The building's architecture, including its spacious galleries and natural lighting, is enhancing the overall viewing experience…
Location:
Situated near the Cologne Cathedral, railway station and the bridge the museum's location is very very convenient…
Overall:
Museum Ludwig is a high-quality art institution that offers a rewarding experience…
Having said all these, need to mention that some visitors suggest that the museum could improve the information provided alongside the artworks, particularly for those less familiar with modern art…
Its collection focused on modern and contemporary art is already very strong, but for me it has a special place especially because of its Picasso works. Being able to see original Picasso paintings from different periods so closely, and examine them down to the brushstrokes, is a truly impressive experience. They don’t just remain as paintings hanging on the wall – you find yourself wanting to stand in front of them for a long time and think. Alongside that, the pop art and other modern works make the museum even richer. Even if you only have a slight interest in art, it’s a place you should definitely make time for and one that shouldn’t be missed on a visit to Cologne.
A fantastic museum with an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art, including standout works by Picasso, Warhol, and Lichtenstein. The layout is spacious and well-curated, making it easy to explore at your own pace. Some sections may feel a bit niche or abstract depending on your taste, but overall it’s a must-visit for art enthusiasts. Great location next to the cathedral and worth the visit.
I think this is one of the most important museums in Cologne and one of the main art museums in Germany. You can easily spend 2-3 hours there: it ranges from a very important modern art section with John Cage and "Five Friends" to important expressionist painters, local and international impressionists, and even some Picassos. Everything is stunning, four floors of pure art. There may be lines.
This place is remarkable! This is a museum where every single painting is worth seeing. Of course, the Picasso collection is the most famous and iconic, but you can find plenty of splendid paintings there. My only regret is that I had only 1.5 hours to see this collection.
Interesting works of Picasso and other artists such as Ursula. Terrace views of the Hohenzollern bridge and the cathedral.
Me and my girlfriend were in the city for the weekend and decided to call into Museum Ludwig to to pass some time. It was a nicely laid out museum with an interesting collection of works.
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4.4
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Heinrich-Böll-Platz, 50667 Köln, Germany
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House of Studies of the Romano-Germanic Museum
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Temporarily Closed
Museum
History Museums
The House of Studies of the Romano-Germanic Museum in Cologne, Germany, is a treasure trove of art and artifacts from Roman and early medieval times. It boasts an extensive collection of Roman glass, including the famous tri-colored cage cup and a miniature portrait of Emperor Augustus. The museum also showcases precious jewelry from the Migration Period and offers insights into the history of Romans along the Rhine through various objects like wall paintings, mosaics, architectural elements, and tools.
Fun to be there in winter
Raheel M — Google review
It was closed and under construction it seems? No information on why or for how long.
Art was very beautiful and there was ALLOT of art for everyone something different
Horrible building obstructing the view on the Cologne Cathedral. Contributed to the risk of damaging the cathedral structure.
(Translated by Google) The museum is temporarily relocated due to work (Belgian house).
I really enjoyed this museum. I really like antiques and I found my happiness.
The museum is not big but by reading each description you can stay there for quite a while. I learned a lot and had a lot of fun.
(Original)
Le musée est délocalisée temporairement en raison de travaux (maison belge).
J’ai vraiment apprécié ce musée. J’aime beaucoup l’antiquité et j’ai trouvé mon bonheur.
Le musée n’est pas grand mais en lisant chaque description on peut y rester pas mal de temps. J’ai beaucoup appris et pris beaucoup de plaisir.
(Translated by Google) The Romano-Germanic Museum, opened in 1946 and centrally located in the shadow of Cologne Cathedral on Roncalliplatz, presents an archaeological heritage of the city and its surroundings from prehistory to the early Middle Ages.
The museum is currently undergoing major renovations and is closed indefinitely.
Some pieces have been moved to the Belgien Haus on the Neumarkt.
(Original)
Het Romeins - Germaans museum , geopend in 1946 en centraal gelegen in de schaduw van de Dom van Keulen op de Roncalliplatz , heeft een archeologisch erfgoed van de stad en haar omgeving van de prehistorie tot de vroege middeleeuwen .
Het museum wordt momenteel ingrijpend verbouwd en is gesloten voor onbepaalde tijd.
Sommige stuķken zijn verhuisd naar het Belgien Haus aan de Neumarkt.
(Translated by Google) Very small and boring not recommended.
The bad air also causes circulatory problems.
Another point is the security people who say and think in everything they say they are protecting the Pentagon
(Original)
Sehr klein und Langweilig nicht zu empfehlen.
Zudem die schlechte Luft bringt Kreislaufprobleme mit sich.
Ein weiter Punkt sind die Security Leute die bei allem was sagen und denken sie beschützen das Pentagon
(Translated by Google) The museum is excellent; it immerses you in history and allows you to feel the atmosphere of that era. You can hardly breathe otherwise. It's very beautiful!
I'd also like to add the excellent location. There's another elegant landmark nearby, such as a cathedral, and plenty of cafes nearby. Convenient👍
(Original)
Das Museum ist ausgezeichnet, es lässt Sie tiefer in die Geschichte eintauchen und die Atmosphäre dieser Zeit spüren. Sie können kaum anders atmen. Es ist sehr schön!
Ich möchte auch eine ausgezeichnete Lage hinzufügen. In der Nähe gibt es ein weiteres elegantes Wahrzeichen, wie eine Kathedrale, und viele Cafés in der Nähe. Praktisch👍
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Hohenzollern Bridge
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Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Hohenzollern Bridge, often referred to as the Love Lock Bridge, is a must-visit landmark in Cologne that beautifully combines romance and stunning views. As you stroll across this iconic structure, you'll be greeted by breathtaking vistas of the magnificent Cologne Cathedral. The bridge is adorned with countless engraved padlocks left by couples, symbolizing their love and commitment. This enchanting walk leads you directly into the vibrant heart of Cologne's city center, where a treasure trove of attractions awaits.
4.3
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50679 Köln, Germany
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Cologne Triangle
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The Cologne Triangle, a striking modern office building in the Deutz district, features an impressive observation deck that stands 103 meters above the ground. This vantage point offers visitors breathtaking 360-degree views of Cologne and its iconic Rhine River. For just a small fee, you can ascend to this sky-high platform either by lift or via stairs for those seeking a bit of exercise. The experience is particularly magical at dusk when the city lights begin to twinkle below.
Great way to enjoy a 360° view of the city of Cologne. The entrance ticket costs 5€, you then take an elevator for 29 floors and arrive on the roof of the skyscraper. Unfortunately there are protection glasses so it's not easy to take good pictures. I think that the panorama give its best at night.
Francesco X — Google review
The ticket is just 5 euros and you go up 28 floors pretty fast. It’s just 10-15 mins walk, across the bridge. And totally worth it. Could be windy there so carry a jacket.
Fantastic 360° view of Cologne. Very cheaply priced and is open all throughout the day. Highly recommend coming here if walking up the 500+ steps to the top of Cologne Cathedral's South Tower just isn't for you.
Highly recommended! Open until 10 PM in the summer (Friday and Saturday). If you go from 9 PM until closing, you'll see it both in the morning/sunset and in the evening. This is also plenty of time, since there's no bar or other seating.
If you’re in Cologne and wanna catch the best city views, KölnTriangle is the spot for that. This place gives you a 360-degree panoramic view of the city, and trust me, it looks absolutely stunning, especially at night. The Cologne Cathedral shines like a gem, and the Rhein River just adds to the magic. It’s a chill place to just soak in the skyline and snap some killer photos. Go in the evening when the city lights up it’s a whole vibe ..! (:
Ticket cost 5€
View point which gives the classic panorama of cologne including the cathedral, the rhine river and the hohenzollernbrücke bridge. Is it worth going up for 8 euro? Probably not but what else are you going to do in cologne?
This is a great alternative option to see the city from high or having to climb the steps of the cathedral bell tower. There was no queue when we arrived, 5euros for a ticket, get on the lift to the 28th floor and your free to roam around the top. Great views and really sheltered from the weather with super high glass barriers. It's a great place to get away from the noise of the city. They do not allow suitcases but were fine with rucksacks. Great value and 100% must visit.
Great views! Easy to get the photos you want of the city.
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Ottopl. 1, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Phantasialand
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Theme park
Water & Amusement Parks
Phantasialand is a popular theme park offering a variety of experiences for visitors of all ages. Thrill-seekers can enjoy rides like Taron and Black Mamba, while cultural enthusiasts can explore themed areas inspired by China, Mexico, and Africa. The park also features live shows such as the Celebration of Nations with impressive acrobatic performances.
Unforgettable Family Day at Phantasialand!
We had an amazing time at Phantasialand on our family day! Everything was incredibly well organized from start to finish. The staff were all super friendly, helpful, and made us feel welcome everywhere we went.
The food and drinks were not only delicious, but also very reasonably priced — a pleasant surprise for a theme park! We really appreciated the variety and quality without having to spend a fortune.
Another big plus: the facilities were spotless. The restrooms were clean throughout the day, which made the experience even more comfortable for our whole family.
All in all, Phantasialand offered a fantastic day out with top-notch organization, great value, and lots of fun for all ages. We’ll definitely be back!
Tatiana M — Google review
This park is absolutely stunning! I have been to a lot of them but this one is a true piece of art! Wherever you look it is fabulous! The rides are super fun and the food is very good. I want to come back as soon as i can.
It's a nice enough place. It's clean, in terms of no visible grime on things, but the air is filthy with cigarette smoke. The rides are long, with queues to match. I found myself exiting rides, feeling nauseous already, only to walk into a wall of toxic smoke making me feel disgusting. The only place you can go to escape it is the queue of another ride, so that's what we did.
The food is on the expensive side, but there are cheaper options and we took our own snacks to supplement. Recommend doing this if cost is a concern.
A number of rides were closed on our visit but the ones we did go on were good, well managed, no technical difficulties. We didn't check our small bags and they were fine to be stored while we went on most rides.
Agree that the shuttle bus feels like a scam. €5 for a return trip when you have to wait 30 min for it feels excessive.
I tried it, I didn't vomit, I probably wouldn't return.
Great experience, amazing times.
We did spend whole day over there.
Waiting time for ride was reasonable.
Place was clean, staff friendly and travel from Cologne was good.
I would be back for sure.
I love visiting theme park and I was intrigued by Phantasialand for a while but I was hesitant because this park has mostly thrill rides and I'm really not into it. However my Husband's is a huge fan of thrill rides so stopped for a day.
I was positively surprised by the beauty of the park. The decor are really amazing and well made. I loved the vintage Germany area and the fantasy land. But everything was really gorgeous! It's immersive, well maintained and magical.
My favorite ride was Maus au Chocolat which was fun and the decor were really nice. Also Geisterishka even though it's quite outdated now, I liked it. The carousel and the monorail were also pleasant.
But as someone who is not into thrill rides I can sometimes be a bit bored. Thankfully the park is nice to walk around, have a sit to relax or watch a show. It was enough for a day however and I couldn't have stayed more unfortunately. I hope that in the future, more dark rides will come as it's something that's really missing here.
Other than that, for the quality and the price I can't complain. This is one of the best park in Europe and I wonder why it's not more known. The park is beautiful, they care for details and they maintained it very well compare to other (more popular) parks in Europe.
I will definitely come back again if I visit the area.
People are smoking all over the place. This part was a huge dissapointment. The Uhrwerk restaurant employees didnt speak English which should be a basic requirement for anyone working there.
We ended up in the China parking where the spaces between the two rows were very very narrow. The whole parking should be re-planned.
Overall, it is a nice park, nothing stands out in terms of extreme. It is a nice family park with family friendly attractions. The app is rubbish and the developers seems to be stupid for missing basic things like different languages…!?
The price is too high for what you get. Better to go to Toverland or Efteling for cheaper, better, more organised and overall better value for your money.
Phantasialand is by far the best theme park I’ve ever visited! 🎢 The park offers world-class rides like Taron (my personal #1 coaster) and F.L.Y., both surrounded by incredible theming that completely immerses you in each area. Every detail feels thought out and alive. And don’t skip the food — it’s genuinely fantastic and way above average for a theme park!
One of the best parks I've ever been to! We've visited multiple times over the years and the quality has remained fantastic year after year. The food is great and not over priced, the park is clean and well maintained and the staff are friendly. Entrance fees can vary, but if you time it right,you can get great deals.
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Berggeiststraße 31 - 41, 50321 Brühl, Germany
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LVR-Freilichtmuseum Lindlar
Open air museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
Outdoor museum on rural life & crafts, farming & ecology, with a cottage garden & guided tours.
Cozy place with nice walks in between the houses. It take longer than you think - we didn’t have enough time.
Very informative and friendly staff. Truly enjoyed our time there…
Klaus K — Google review
Not bad. Staff very nice. Some interesting things displayed and explained well including videos etc.
Still having problems walking but refused the offer of a free (!!!) electric wheelchair. Where else do you find that?
Great fun for the whole family
A great place where you can celebrate your kid's birthday. Good prices and nice stuff with few activities made our daughter and her friends very happy.
Authentic atmosphere which gives you the impression to walk through a village in ancient times. There are activities for children like playgrounds or solving questions inside one of the buildings
Lovely museum, lots to see and to do! Delicious fresh baked bread!
Good open air museum, albeit still in progress, with old buildings of the Bergische Land. Restaurant and other possibilities to eat and drink.
Very Well arranged and pleasant museum.
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Heiligenhoven 16a, 51789 Lindlar, Germany
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