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Address: Brück Strasse 54, Essen 45239
WERDEN. This basilica has a rich history. Built on the site of a Frisian monastery, which dates back to 796, Abteikirche St. Liudger was commissioned in 1256 by the Staufen family. The Romanesque-style church houses the remains of Frisian missionary Liudger and several religious artifacts.
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Heck Strasse, Werden, DE 45239
Northern Europe's oldest parish church. Frescoes from the 11th century are still visible at Luciuskirche. This Romanesque-style church was built from 995 to 1063.
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Steeler Strasse 29, Holocaust Documentary Centre, Essen, DE 45127
CITY CENTER. Essen's Jewish residents opened the Alte Synagogue in 1913. Architect Edmund Körner designed the building to hold 1,400 worshippers. Careful restoration has preserved this beautiful building. TRAMS: 101, 104, 105, 106, and 107 from the main station to Porscheplatz
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Essen
The Baldeneysee is one of Germany's beautiful lakes. It is popular with those who love water sports, as well as those who just want to come and sit by the water's edge. This lake is also the location of the largest German inland sailing regatta. Walking trails and bike paths circle the lake, and tours are available...
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Kuelshammerweg 32, part of the Essen Green Belt, Essen, DE 45149
SOUTH OF CITY CENTER. This is one of Essen's public gardens and is definitely worth a visit. Gruga Park consists of 70 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, which include bonsai trees, open-air bird displays, rose gardens, and tropical rain forest plants. You can take the 3.3-kilometer (2-mile) tour of the entire...
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Burgplatz 1, Essen, DE 45127
CITY CENTER. This church is open to the public, but sadly the exterior has been damaged by graffiti. However, it still manages to retain its worshipful atmosphere in the candlelit interior. Classic bells chime on the hour. The main attraction to see while you are here is the 1,000-year old Golden Madonna, which is the...
Villa Hügel (Krupp Family Estate)
Category: Essen Attractions & Activities
Address: Hügel 15, Essen, DE 45133
This classic castle is now home to some of the finest cultural and historical art exhibits in the region. The former home of the Krupp family, Villa Hügel is a marvel to see. Its biennial exhibits and the art in the villa, which includes tapestries and the family's permanent collection, make the trip worthwhile....
