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 True-to-life sculpture |
Mittel-/Ecke Grabenstraße Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
One of the biggest eye-catchers in the old town, the sculpture of two fighting cocks in the middle of the pedestrian shopping zone is guaranteed to raise a smile. The sculptor, Seemann, said that his aim was not just to create an work of art that people could touch, but also to make something that everyone would talk about. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The prince on horseback |
Marktplatz Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
Standing proudly in the middle of Marktplatz, 'The Rider' is Dusseldorf's oldest statue and is widely regarded as one of the most outstanding Baroque statues north of the Alps. Created by court sculptor Gabriel de Grupello in 1711, the statue portrays Prince Jan Wellem on horseback. The prince himself was responsible for erecting many of Dusseldorf's most impressive buildings, few of which survived the Second World War. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Late baroque royal residence |
Benrather Schloßallee 104 Dusseldorf, NRW 40597 Germany +49 211 899 7271 http://www.benrath.com/ben_sch... |
Located in the village of Benrath (a suburb of Dusseldorf since 1929), this summer residence was erected in 1756-73 in the middle of a spacious park bordered by the Rhine by electoral Prince Carl Theodor von Pfalz-Sulzbach. Designed by Nicolas de Pigage, the residence is a fine example of the transition from late baroque to classical architecture. The main building contains some exquisite furniture and 18th century paintings, while the west wing is home to the Benrath Natural History Museum, a fine exhibition outlining the historical development of the Rhine-Ruhr area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Square behind the station |
Hauptbahnhof/Ostausgang Innenstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40227 Germany +49 211 892 9097 |
The square behind the station was modernized during the early eighties. The post-modern atmosphere is clarified by the many large office buildings, the college which is situated here, water pools and a couple of big stainless steel sculptures by the artist Klaus Ante. The square is named after the writer Bertha von Suttner who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1905. In summer, the resident cafe puts tables outside and generates a feeling of southern flair. The square is very busy, partly due to its location. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Atmospheric square |
Burgplatz Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
Dominated by the historic Schlossturm tower, this busy square in the heart of the old town is filled with restaurants and cafés. Sitting here, watching the locals chat, visitors could be mistaken for thinking that they are in Tuscany or Umbria. Located next to the Rhine, Burgplatz makes the ideal starting point for a stroll along the promenade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fountain in the heart of the old town |
Burgplatz Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany http://www.duesseldorf.de/pres... |
The Radschläger (Cartwheel Fountain) is without doubt one of the symbols of Dusseldorf. Erected in 1954 by Alfred Zschorsch in the middle of Burgplatz, this fantastic fountain harks back to the days when the youth of Dusseldorf used to cartwheel in front of spectators, who would then throw them a few pennies as a reward for their efforts. Situated between the old town and the Rhine, the fountain is a popular meeting place for locals young and old. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A large monument of Dusseldorf's history |
Burgplatz Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
On the occasion of the 700th city jubilee in 1988, the home team 'Düsseldorfer Jonges' founded this monument commemorating the history of Dusseldorf. It was designed by sculptor Bert Gerresheim. At first sight, the monument looks confusing to onlookers. You have to read the monument from left to right like a book. For example, the helmets and breast plates are a reminder of the battle of Worringen in which Dusseldorf partook and achieved its rise to an independent city, the proud mountain lion which is positioned next to a market cart, a clue to the market rights acquired in 1288. In order to understand these and other symbolic depictions, visitors can obtain a brochure containing comprehensive explanations from the town hall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dusseldorf's no. 1 concert hall |
Ehrenhof 1 Pempelfort Dusseldorf, NRW 40479 Germany +49 211 899 6123 http://www.duesseldorf.de/kult... |
This fascinating building, located next to Oberkassel Bridge on the Rhine, used to be a planetarium; but the only evidence left of its former incarnation is the dome-shaped roof. The Tonhalle is now the city's premier concert hall and hosts classical, jazz, rock and pop concerts by top international acts. Readings and recitals take place in the rotunda. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chiming clock with mechanical figures |
Schneider-Wibbel-Gasse 5 Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany +49 211 836 9927 |
Five times a day (at 11a, 1p, 3p, 6p & 9p), locals and tourists gather in front of the carillon to marvel at the glockenspiel, a chiming clock with mechanical figures which re-enact the story of 'Schneider Wibbel'. Wibbel was a dressmaker who insulted Napoleon and was sent to prison. Instead of going to prison himself, Wibbel sent his apprentice, who died in jail, leading everyone to believe Wibbel was dead, while in reality, he was alive. Over the centuries, Wibbel has come to represent the typical, 'clever Rhinelander'. Schneider-Wibbel-Gasse, a small street in the centre of the old town is also named after the cunning dressmaker. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fountain in Hofgarten |
Hofgarten Innenstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40212 Germany |
Sitting in the middle of the Hofgarten is a fountain featuring Triton, the son of Poseidon and Amphitrite, carrying a trident and shell-trumpet and spurting water high into the air. The fountain is known as the 'Gröne Jong' or 'Green Lad', because of the colour which it has assumed over the years. Unfortunately, like so many other fountains in the city, it is often dry. The reason for this is not lack of water but because the ground water is polluted with a high concentration of chlorinated hydrocarbons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memorial to honour the author |
Schwanenmarkt Karlstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
This memorial was founded by Stefan Kaminsky, a patron from Munich, on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of Heinrich Heine's death. The Düsseldorf sculptor Bert Gerresheim created a "Fragemal" (Question memorial), a puzzling combination of Heine's cracked death mask, different allusions to Heine's life and quotes from his work, of which the quotes from die Trommel des Tambours le Grand are particularly clear. This piece of art work on the Schwanenmarkt shows the conflicting attitudes of the city and Germans in general, since this was the trigger for many such controversies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bridge guard |
Oberkasseler Brücke Altstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
The sculptured Saint Nepomuk is located on the east side of the Oberkasseler bridge and was created by Bert Gerresheim. The theme of this statue is "silent revolution", as the patron saint of Bohemia, Johannes von Nepomuk, was made a martyr of the Silent Revolution in the 14th century. He refused to agree to political misuse of power even while being tortured. The similarities of his features to the Danzig priest Jerzy Popieluszko are intended, since Popieluszko was interrogated, tortured and then drowned in similar circumstances to Nepomuk. An inscription on the feet of this figure remembers the Düsseldorf communist Hilarius Gilges, who was killed by the Nazis in 1933 and was discovered at the foot of the Oberkasseler bridge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imperial Ruins |
Burgallee Dusseldorf 40489 Germany +49 221 17 2020 |
Located in Kaiserswerth, the ruins of a monastery built around 700 is a living history and a must see when in Düsseldorf. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient outlying district |
Im Norden von Düsseldorf Dusseldorf, NRW 40489 Germany |
Kaiserswerth has an extremely historical past. It first belonged to Düsseldorf in 1929. A bishop of the English mission founded a Benedictine monastery in the year 700 and in the ninth century a palace was started which became the Kaiserinsel (King's Island). The famous King Barbarossa subsequently allowed it to be expanded. Because it was bombed in the Spanish war of succession, only the ruins can be seen today but these are still well worth seeing. All hell breaks loose in the summer, particularly in the neighbouring castle with its cosy beer garden. The Suitbertus Stiftsplatz (square) with the former collegiate church St. Suitbertus, which dates from the 11th century, is atmospheric as well and you'll come across the birthplace of Friedrich von Spee here. This city district, located in the north, is always good for a trip, especially in the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Designer boulevard |
Königsallee Dusseldorf, NRW 40212 Germany |
When it was built in 1804, the 'Kö', as it is affectionately known to locals, was situated in a slightly run-down area on the edge of the city. As Dusseldorf grew, the street became more central and things really took off after a face-lift at the start of the 20th century. An underground station was opened, the pavements were widened and the street lamps, kiosks and telephone boxes were restored. Nowadays the boulevard is Dusseldorf's number one shopping street and has enhanced the city's reputation as being one of Europe's major fashion centres, but has also lent it a reputation for being somewhat snobbish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soccer and Aida |
LTU-arena-Strasse 1 Dusseldorf, NRW 40474 Germany +49 (0)211 1598 1200 http://www.ltuarena.de/ |
With a seating capacity of over 50,000, LTU Arena was considered to play host to FIFA 2006 Worldcup Football Championships, but the idea was dropped at the eleventh hour. But fans of theater, sports and music will vouch for the state-of-the-art arena and up-to-date facilities. Rockstars such as Nickelback and Madonna have performed here, and sports lovers throng the arena during Bundesliga matches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern well |
Platz der Deutschen Einheit Innenstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40210 Germany |
This well was built by the regional central bank in 1988 to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the city. In the absence of a proper name, it was simply named the Mackbrunnen after its builder, Heinz Mack. The futuristic creation, which seems somewhat strange. Fountains spurt a veil of water over the well between three large and different steel sides and is located on the German Unity Square, right by the high rise buildings of the financial institutions and the Rhine stock exchange, which somehow seems to suit it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern junction |
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14 Innenstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40210 Germany +49 211 1 9419 http://www.bahn.de |
On the site where today's Düsseldorf main train station stands, the "Central People's station" was erected in 1891. Between 1934 and 1936 a new station building was built, which has become, thanks to many modernisation and renovation measures, one of Düsseldorf's most modern buildings. Today, 1130 trains on average come here each day and 150,000 passengers pass through. To make the Main Station as pleasant as possible, there is a wide variety of shops and services available here, which range from cafés and Deutsche Bahn (German Rail) service points to magazine stands. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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War memorial |
Tonhalle Pempelfort Dusseldorf, NRW 40479 Germany |
The remnants of this war memorial to the members of the 39th Fusilier Regiment are located close to the Tonhalle. Created in 1928 by Jupp Rübsam, the humanistic sculpture immediately caused controversy in right-wing circles and was demolished as soon as the Nazis came to power. The Nazis erected their own memorial on the same site and this is still in place today, to the displeasure of many locals. The remains of the original sculpture (a torso), were erected near the original site in 1979 and serve as a reminder of terror and intolerance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic old town |
Heinrich-Heine-Allee Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
Sometimes known as 'the longest bar in the world' Dusseldorf's Altstadt - the Old Town - contains some 200 bars, cafés and restaurants. Despite its relatively small size, the crowds flock here at the weekend, filling most of the bars to bursting point. But the Altstadt isn't just for night owls. Row upon row of atmospheric old town houses have been converted into shops and boutiques offering all a discerning shopper could possibly wish for. Culture vultures are also spoilt for choice, with places like the Hetjens Museum, Film Museum, Stadtmuseum, Heinrich Heine Institute and Palais Wittgenstein attracting visitors from far and wide. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Promenade along the Rhine |
Oberkasseler Brücke Dusseldorf, NRW Germany |
A masterpiece of modern engineering, Rheinufer Promenade was built in 1995 to help ease traffic congestion in the city centre. With pedestrian and cycle paths stretching 1.5km along the bank of the Rhine from Oberkasseler Bridge to the State Parliament, the street is the perfect place for a relaxing stroll. Rheinufer Promenade has also turned into a popular meeting place, lending the area a holiday-like feel on warm summer evenings. Numerous bars have outdoor terraces—the perfect place to sample an altbier (black beer) and watch the sun slowly set over the Rhine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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State parliament |
Platz des Landtags 1 Unterbilk Dusseldorf, NRW 40221 Germany +49 211 8840 http://home.landtag.nrw.de |
The Landtag or State Parliament of North Rhine Westphalia is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Built in 1988, the yellow sandstone and reddish-brown color of the building stands out from the rest of the cityscape, as does its distinctive round shape, which is designed to symbolize democracy, transparency and politics for the people. Unfortunately there are no tours of the building and the 'Introduction to Local Politics' seminar has to be booked 6-9 months in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Statue of our Lady |
Orangeriestraße/Maxplatz Karlstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
The Mariensäule (Statue of Our Lady), is amazingly Dusseldorf's only surviving religious monument. Created by sculptor Gottfried Renn in 1854, the statue is a celebration of the Immaculate Conception. Its location in the heart of the antique district is one of the prettiest parts of town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
