Altstadt (Old Town)
Düsseldorf, Germany
Dubbed 'the longest bar in the world,' with over 300 bars and restaurants within half a square kilometre.
Places in Altstadt (Old Town)
- Zum Schlüssel Known for its rustic ambience and delectable pork knuckles, serving hearty dishes and locally brewed Altbier.
- Weinhaus Tante Anna Authentic German cuisine paired with exquisite wines.
- Brauerei Zum Schiffchen Düsseldorf's historic brewpub offering delicious local brews and traditional cuisine.
- En de Canon Weinstube A restaurant with excellent ambiance in the historic Altstadt.
- Altstadt's 300-plus bars Over 300 bars and restaurants within half a square kilometre, earning the nickname 'the longest bar in the world.'
- Schlager Cafe Düsseldorf A restaurant and bar with best ambiance in Altstadt.
Practical notes for Düsseldorf
- Best time to visit
- May to September offers pleasant weather for exploring the Altstadt and Rhine riverfront.
- Getting around
- Düsseldorf's Altstadt is compact and entirely walkable, with Königsallee, MedienHafen, and Flingern-Nord each a short walk or tram ride away.
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Language
- German. English is widely spoken.
- Timezone
- CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
- Current trends
- MedienHafen continues rising as a trendy, modern neighbourhood situated along the Rhine River with a unique architectural landscape, while Flingern-Nord attracts visitors with its vintage treasures, independent boutiques, and diverse, youthful appeal, reflecting Düsseldorf's blend of historic taverns and contemporary reinvention.
Other neighborhoods in Düsseldorf
- MedienHafen — A trendy, modern neighbourhood situated along the Rhine River with a unique architectural landscape.
- Flingern-Nord — Ideal for vintage treasures and independent boutiques, known for its diversity and youthful appeal.
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