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The former coal and steel metropolis of Essen presents itself to its guests surprisingly close to nature. It is considered the third greenest city in Germany and was awarded the title "European Green Capital" by the EU in 2017. In addition to the Grugapark, Lake Baldeney and the famous "Villa Hügel" of the Krupp dynasty, you should not miss a visit to the Zollverein coal mine. The once largest coal mine in the world stands for the change in the coalfield like no other place. Today, exhibitions, events and a variety of gastronomy invite you to stay here. It was awarded the coveted title of "UNESCO World Heritage Site" in 2001. The former European Capital of Culture offers a rich variety of activities in every respect.

Where is Essen?

Essen is a German city in the west of the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, around 30 km northeast of the state capital Düsseldorf. There are about 583.000 inhabitants living in Essen.

Essen also includes the formerly independent municipalities of Kettwig and Stadt.

Tickets und Touren

Essener Stadtrundfahrten

Explore Essen by double-decker bus with this bus ticket. Board the bus and listen to commentary about Essen along the way.

Essen Zollverein Audio Rally by P.I. Sir Peter Morgan

Solve puzzles and complete exciting location-based tasks with this smartphone app game for Essen's Zollverein Mine. Turn your city tour into an adventure with this interactive game.

Essen-Mülheim: Airbus A320 Flight Simulator

Take a seat at the controls of an Airbus A320 flight simulator at Essen-Mülheim Airport to experience the thrill of flying. Bring up to 12 passengers on a virtual private trip around the globe.

Essen: Segway Tour Along the Baldeneysee

Discover the wonderful landscape around Baldeneysee in a truly unique way and make your way around the reservoir on a Segway tour. See a large bird sanctuary and ride past the lovely hills.

Adventure Darkness - Guided tour in the dark

Our blind / severely visually impaired guides will lead you through throughout dark rooms & take you on a journey into their world. An exciting challenge from a completely new perspective awaits you.

Essen Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

Solve the murder of Balthazar! A fun activity to do when visiting a city with your family or as a couple. 'Sherlock Holmes' is filled with brain teasers, puzzles, hilarious phototasks & British humor.

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