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Düsseldorf stretches along the Rhine and is known for fashion, the modern architecture of the Medienhafen and its Altbier beer. It is also the main airport for the Ruhr area and for Cologne.
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Updated 13 Oct 2026, 14:17, Tirana time
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Düsseldorf
Departure15 Oct
What to see in Düsseldorf
- AltstadtThe old town with hundreds of bars, nicknamed “the longest bar in the world”.
- Rhine promenadeThe riverside promenade that links the old town with the Medienhafen.
- MedienhafenThe old harbour turned into a modern district, with Frank Gehry's curving buildings.
- KönigsalleeThe boulevard of luxury shops, divided by a tree-lined canal.
- RheinturmThe 240-metre tower beside the Rhine, with a viewing platform and a revolving restaurant.
- Little TokyoThe Japanese quarter around Immermannstraße, with some of the best Asian restaurants in Germany.
A 3-day itinerary
- The Altstadt, Burgplatz square and the Rhine promenade as far as the Medienhafen. Go up the Rheinturm for sunset.
- Königsallee and the Hofgarten park in the morning, the K20 or K21 art museums in the afternoon. Dinner in Little Tokyo.
- A day trip to Cologne, or an afternoon in Kaiserswerth, the old riverside district to the north.
Where to stay
- AltstadtBetween the bars and the Rhine promenade; noisy at weekends.
- StadtmitteBetween the main station and Königsallee, practical and mid-priced.
- MedienhafenModern hotels amid the harbour architecture, 20 minutes on foot from the centre.
What to eat
- AltbierThe city's dark beer, served in small glasses in the old brewery pubs.
- Rheinischer SauerbratenMeat marinated for days on end, with a sweet-and-sour sauce.
- Himmel un Ääd“Heaven and earth”: mashed potato with apple and fried black pudding.
- Ramen and sushiIn Little Tokyo, thanks to the city's large Japanese community.
From the airport to the centre
Düsseldorf (DUS)
The S11 train links the terminal with the main station (Hauptbahnhof) in about 12 minutes, and the ticket costs about €3.50. Regional trains to Cologne, Duisburg and Essen leave from the airport station, which you reach on the free SkyTrain.
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Getting around the city
The centre can be seen on foot along the Rhine. Trams and the U-Bahn cover the rest, while regional trains link the city with Cologne, Essen and the whole Ruhr area every few minutes.
Day trips from Düsseldorf
- CologneThe Gothic cathedral and the old town, 25-30 minutes by train.
- EssenZeche Zollverein, the mine turned into a museum and World Heritage Site, 30 minutes by train.
- AachenCharlemagne's cathedral, about 1 hour and 20 minutes by train.
What it costs
A glass of Altbier costs about €3, a dish in a brewery pub €13-18, and a single ticket in the city about €3.50.
When to go
May to September. Carnival in February and the Christmas market in December fill the city.
Tips
- Cologne is only half an hour away by train: the Cathedral is right next to the station.
- In the brewery pubs of the Altstadt the waiter keeps bringing you a fresh beer until you cover your glass with a beer mat.
- Don't order Kölsch beer in Düsseldorf: the rivalry with Cologne is an old one, and here people drink only Altbier.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cologne from Düsseldorf?
About 40 km: regional trains take 25-30 minutes and leave several times an hour. Many visitors see both cities on the same trip.
How much money do you need per day in Düsseldorf?
Excluding the flight and accommodation, plan on €50-75 a day. During the big trade fairs hotels can cost twice as much.
What documents do I need?
Germany is in the Schengen area. Albanian citizens with a biometric passport enter without a visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your return date. Biometric data is recorded at the border (the EES system), and the ETIAS online authorisation is expected to become mandatory: check before you leave whether it has come into force.
When are tickets cheapest?
Usually from November to March, outside holidays and long weekends, and for midweek departures. The prices on this page are checked every 3 hours, and the best deals are posted on our Telegram channel.
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