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Essen Interesting : Michelin's recommendations

You will certainly be surprised when you visit the capital of the Ruhr coal basin. We expect an urban landscape, marked by heavy industry, and discover a residential city, with green areas that are pleasant for walking. Converted to other industrial sectors in the post-war era, in particular the electronics industry, the city is worth a detour, particular for a visit to its cathedral built to the same design as the one in Aix-la-Chapelle.

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  • Essen Cathedral

    Burgplatz 2 D - 45127 Essen

    The west chancel with three sections, inspired by that of Aix-la-Chapelle, is the oldest part of this cathedral (10C). The church, which is built over an Ottonian crypt, is a Gothic hall, and dates from the 13C. Don't miss the Golden Virgin , a ma..

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  • Folkwang Museum Recommended Recommended

    Goethestr. 41 D - 45128 Essen

    This museum of international renown brings together Germany and French works, paintings, sculptures, engravings and photographs from the 19 and 20C. Among others one can admire here the realists of the 19 th century (Courbet, Feuerbach). A very comp..

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  • Ruhrlandmuseum Interesting

    Goesthestr. 41 D - 45128 Essen

    In addition to its geological and archaeological collections, the Ruhr Museum is devoted to the social history of industrialisation. Authentic items and documentation teach visitors about the situation of the working families and the lifestyle of t..

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  • Welcome Hotel Essen

    Schützenbahn 58 D - 45127 Essen

    This 4-star hotel is next to Viehofer Platz Tram Stop in the centre of Essen, 300 metres from Porscheplatz square. It offers modern rooms and a stylish restaurant and bar. The soundproofed rooms and suites of the Welcome Hotel Essen all feature sate..

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  • Ambassador Hotel

    Viehofer Straße 22-23 D - 45127 Essen

    Centrally located in Essen’s pedestrian area, this hotel offers spa facilities, Wi-Fi access, and free private parking. The Porscheplatz Square Tram Stop is 400 metres away. All modern rooms at the Ambassador Hotel feature satellite TV, a desk, and ..

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  • City Hotel Essen

    Viehofer Platz 5 D - 45127 Essen

    This hotel offers free private parking, free Wi-Fi, free use of local transport and 1 free set of minibar drinks. It is a 10-minute walk from Limbecker Platz and Essen's main train station. The large rooms of the City Hotel Essen have big windows wi..

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