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Things to see in Düsseldorf (Germany): 98 places and when to go
Düsseldorf is a major city in Germany with around 1,220,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 98 places in and around it, mainly History (34), Nature (31), Wildlife (26). The best known are De Meinweg National Park, Rheinturm and Neanderthal Museum. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 51.2204, 6.78
- Population
- About 1,220,000
- Places
- 98 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (34) · Nature (31) · Wildlife (26) · Hiking (16) · Temples (9) · Museums and art (8)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- DUS Düsseldorf, 7.8 km as the crow flies
What to see in Düsseldorf
The places in and around Düsseldorf, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- De Meinweg National ParkNational park in the Netherlands48 km
- RheinturmTV tower in Düsseldorf, Germany1.3 km
- Neanderthal MuseumMuseum in Mettmann, Germany12 km
- Abteiberg MuseumArt museum in Mönchengladbach, Germany24 km
- Museum KunstpalastArt museum in Düsseldorf1.7 km
- Quirinus-Münster, NeussRoman-catholic church in Neuss, Northrhine-Westphalia, Germany6.5 km
- Basilica of St. Vitus, MönchengladbachChurch in Mönchengladbach, Germany24 km
- Schloss BenrathBaroque German Palace9.1 km
- Schloss RheydtCastle21 km
- Knechtsteden AbbeyAbbey in Knechtsteden, Germany16 km
- Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-WestfalenArt collection in Düsseldorf, Germany946 m
- Kunsthalle DüsseldorfMuseum in Germany848 m
- Schloss JägerhofHistoric palace, home of the Goethe Museum in Dusseldorf, Germany1.3 km
- St. LambertusRoman catholic church in Düsseldorf-Altstadt, Germany1.1 km
- Johanneskirche, DüsseldorfChurch in Düsseldorf-Stadtmitte, Germany486 m
- St. Andreas, DüsseldorfChurch in the German city of Düsseldorf853 m
- Basilika St. MargaretaChurch in Düsseldorf, Germany6.1 km
- Düsseldorf-Benrath stationRhine-Ruhr S-Bahn station9.4 km
- Langen FoundationMuseum in Germany12 km
- Flehe BridgeBridge located in Düsseldorf4.3 km
- Museum Insel HombroichMuseum in Germany12 km
- Schloss DyckChâteau18 km
- Brüggen CastleCastle41 km
- FriedenskircheChurch building in Germany14 km
And the other 74, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Rheydter Höhe, Wenzeln-Berg, Angertal, Balgheimer See, Hildener Stadtwald, Bereich Sandbach–Krebsbach, Hubbelrather Bachtal, Lüsekamp und Boschbeek, Millicher Halde, Morper Bachtal, Motte Aldeberg, Rotthäuser Bachtal, Urdenbacher Kämpen, Volksgarten-Bungtwald-Elschenbruch, An der schwarzen Brücke, Elmpter Schwalmbruch, Finkenberger Bruch, Helpensteiner Bachtal, oberes Schaagbachtal und Petersholz, Ilvericher Altrheinschlinge, Meinweg, Elmpter Bach, Ölgangsinsel, Quarzitkuppe Liedberg, Raderveekes Bruch und Lüttelforster Bruch, Schaagbachtal, Schwalmbruch, Mühlenbach- und Knippertzbachtal, Uedesheimer Rheinbogen, Viehstrasse, Waldnaturschutzgebiet Knechtsteden
- History: Mickeln House, Schloss Wickrath, Lordship of Myllendonk, Wasserturm Mönchengladbach, Fossa Sanguinis, Haus Graven, Obertor, Schloss Hülchrath, Ehemalige Kleinenbroicher Windmühle, Haus Hohenbusch, Holter Kreuz, Kaiser-Friedrich-Halle, Mühlenturm, Haus Wildenrath, Schloss Dilborn, Schloss Liedberg, Schloss Tüschenbroich, Hotel am Stadtpark, The Wellem, Düsseldorf
- Snow: Skihalle Neuss
- Temples: Kloster Langwaden
- Food and drink: Carlsplatz, Spirituosen Helmut Glassmann, Uerige Brennerei, Uerige
- With kids: Wildpark im Grafenberger Wald
- Hiking: E8 European long distance path – DE – North Rhine-Westphalia, Camino de Santiago, Maas-Niederrheinpfad, Maas-Niederrheinpfad, Maas-Niederrheinpfad, Maas-Niederrheinpfad, Pieterpad: Venlo to Swalmen, [[Raute3] Niederberg Nord](/paises/europa/alemania/raute3-niederberg-nord/), X10 Naturparkweg, [X17 Harkortweg [Düsseldorf]](/paises/europa/alemania/x17-harkortweg-dusseldorf/), [X19 Schlösserweg [Düsseldorf]](/paises/europa/alemania/x19-schlosserweg-dusseldorf/), [X19 Schlösserweg [Hilden]](/paises/europa/alemania/x19-schlosserweg-hilden/), [X19 Schlösserweg [Langenfeld]](/paises/europa/alemania/x19-schlosserweg-langenfeld/), X3 Rhein-Netteseen-Weg, [X30 Neandertalweg [Erkrath]](/paises/europa/alemania/x30-neandertalweg-erkrath/), [X30 Neandertalweg [Langenfeld]](/paises/europa/alemania/x30-neandertalweg-langenfeld/)
- Hot springs: Hamam – Wellness & Spa
- Diving: Löwensee
- Stargazing: Schulsternwarte, Sternwarte Rheindahlen
When to go to Düsseldorf
The best time to visit Düsseldorf is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:08
- FebPossible9:43
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulBest time15:55
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctBest time10:23
- NovPossible8:35
- DecBest time7:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40. In June, 95 of the 98 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Düsseldorf
The nearest main airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS, Düsseldorf), 7.8 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Wuppertal68 places27 km
- Essen62 places30 km
- Grefrath52 places34 km
- Cologne96 places34 km
- Titz31 places36 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Düsseldorf?
The best known: De Meinweg National Park, Rheinturm, Neanderthal Museum, Abteiberg Museum, Museum Kunstpalast. In all, 98 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Düsseldorf?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 40.
How do you get to Düsseldorf?
The nearest main airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), 7.8 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Düsseldorf as the destination and these 98 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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