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 Secret garden |
Anna-Maria-Louisa-Medici-Platz Karlstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40213 Germany |
Extremely small and hidden behind a high wall, it is very easy to overlook this wonderful baroque rose garden. Decorated with sculptures and busts, the garden also hosts the occasional open-air exhibition organised by the nearby City Museum. Two ancient sundials make sure that visitors don't forget the time. Well worth a look in if you are in the area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 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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Botanical garden |
Heinrich-Heine-Universität Wersten Dusseldorf, NRW 40225 Germany |
The Botanical Garden belongs to the university and is primarily used for teaching and research purposes, although it is also open to the general public. The focal point is the 18m-high green-house which accommodates plants from the Mediterranean and regions with a similar climate. Other parts of the garden are arranged according to ecological origins. The garden is well worth the trip out to the southern suburbs and is not just a place for die-hard botany fans. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Royal park in the city centre |
Heinrich-Heine-Allee Innenstadt Dusseldorf, NRW 40212 Germany |
Without doubt the biggest and most beautiful inner-city park, the Hofgarten was originally designed in the 16th century as a pleasure garden for the royal family. The garden was allowed to fall into ruin by successive rulers but was rebuilt by Prince Karl Theodor in 1769, partly in order to create jobs for the local populace. Although it was destroyed during the French occupation of the city in the early 19th century, Napoleon immediately gave orders for it to be rebuilt. The result was the typical English landscape garden which visitors can still admire today. The park contains numerous statues and sculptures and is popular with joggers and sunbathers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Japanese culture centre |
Brüggener Weg 6 Niederkassel Dusseldorf, NRW 40547 Germany +49 211 577 9180 |
This Japanese culture centre was built in the late eighties by the Japanese community. The majority of Japanese people who are residents of Düsseldorf, live in the Oberkassel/Niederkassel areas of the city to the left of the Rhine. There is even a Japanese school. On the grounds of the Japanese culture centre, there's a shin-Buddhist temple and pagoda, which are of course embedded in a typical Japanese garden with an artistic pond. The willing visitor to this place will be brought closer to Japanese culture by the numerous talks and events which take place here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The former zoo |
Brehmplatz Düsseltal Dusseldorf, NRW 40239 Germany |
There were once animals to be seen at the Zoopark. However, this came to an arduous end after the bombings in World War II. Following this, no more animals were supplied. The park is situated directly behind the ice rink. The main attraction here is a sculpture by Kurt-Wolf von Borries of a bronze naked man lying down. The street and square are named after the founding father of the park, Alfred Brehm. The impressive stock of trees at the park make a visit more than worthwhile. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful park |
Fischerstraße Pempelfort Dusseldorf, NRW 40477 Germany |
Although the name indicates it, this small idyllic park is no longer a cemetery. It was a cemetery in the 19th century between 1805 and 1897. The somewhat lavishly shaped gravestones of Düsseldorf's great artistic and cultural personalities still remain from this time. To name but a few, the garden landscaper and creator of the Maximilian Weyhe establishment, the painter Alfred Rethel, the architect Wilhelm von Schadow and the dramatist Karl Immerman. The small park, located almost in the town center, is a romantic oasis, particularly in spring and summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular day-trip for families |
Grafenberg Dusseldorf, NRW Germany |
With its tree-covered hills and lush meadows, Grafenberger Forest is the perfect spot for a long, relaxing walk. It is also great for kids: the deer park contains a host of different species of deer and the forestry school offers an insight into the region's flora and fauna. Dusseldorf's race track, which is regarded as the prettiest in Germany, is situated on the edge of the forest. The Forestry school is open 9am-5pm daily and admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park with very old trees |
Heiligenweg Lohausen Dusseldorf, NRW 40474 Germany |
On the orders of Lantz, the then lord of the manor, an English garden park was created in 1860 and named after him. It is situated on the edge of the Lohausen district not far from the Rhine. The big contemporary sculptures, whose combination with the very old trees give a very bizarre effect, are charming for visitors to this splendid old park. The entire park as well as the adjoining Deichvorland (land above mean high water mark on the seaward side of a dike), is an ideal place for extended walks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idyllic little park |
Jacobistraße Pempelfort Dusseldorf, NRW 40211 Germany |
Malkasten House is home to Dusseldorf's art society and behind it lies one of the prettiest parks in the city. The park can only be reached through the restaurant, but it is well worth the effort. Landscaped in the English and Dutch styles and with the tiny River Dussel flowing through the middle, Malkastenpark is a truly idyllic spot which not many people know about. A small beer garden is open in the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spacious and idyllic park |
Kaiserswerther Straße Dusseldorf, NRW 40474 Germany +49 211 899 4839 http://www.duesseldorf.de/stad... |
Nordpark is one of the largest and prettiest parks in the region and is a popular summertime destination for families and walkers. If you enter from the Kaiserswerther Straße, you can see that the park is dominated by a 170m long lake from which numerous fountains spring. The stunning flower beds, which are replanted three times a year, are also an eye-catcher. A Japanese garden was donated to the park by the Japanese community in 1975. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A park for the people |
Kruppstraße Oberbilk Dusseldorf, NRW 40227 Germany |
The Volksgarten is actually part of Südpark. It was in fact the nucleus of the Bundesgartenschau (Federal Garden Show) grounds. In spite of this, the locals regard it as an independent park. In 1902 it was made into a recovery ground for the workers residing in Bilk. Nowadays, the park consists of vast amounts of grassland and a small lake which is often the centre for BBQs in the summer. At the entrance you will come across 24 huge clocks installed by the artist Klaus Rinke. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Park on the Rhine |
Cecilienallee Derendorf Dusseldorf, NRW 40474 Germany |
In a warm weather, this massive stretch of green, which borders the Rhine all the way between the Oberkassel and Theodor Heuss bridges, is a hot bed for walkers, joggers, inline skaters, picnickers and sunbathers. In a nutshell: there is always something going on here. About half way up there is a café-boat and huge beer garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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