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LöwenTAL Ruhr location in the east-south, historic & central
Old building apartment, 1.5 room, 55 sqm, plank floor in the Art Nouveau house Essen-Werden. Bed 1.60 for 2 people and pull-out sofa for 2 people in the same room. On the Ruhr, 200 m to the S-Bahn station and bus stop to Essen and Düsseldorf, Gruga and Volkwangmuseum can be reached in 10 minutes, the old town and Folkwang University of the Arts in 3 minutes on foot. Cycling and hiking to Lake Baldeney, Cafe/Restaurant Dolcinella next door, bicycle cellar available. Suitable for working commuters, trade fair visitors and vacationers and families.

Fantastic by the lake
Cozy holiday cottage with 4 double bedrooms for up to 8 people. Perfect retreat located directly by the 6-Lake Plateau. Reach the first bathing spot within a 2-minute walk. Tastefully decorated rooms, 2 terraces, fully equipped kitchen, ideal for nature lovers and active vacationers. Enjoy walks, water skiing, bike tours, high ropes courses, and much more. Explore the surrounding area with excellent transport connections and experience unforgettable moments in a particularly tranquil location.

central | coffee/tee | queen bed | 65"TV | Balcony
Welcome to my caringly & modernisticly furnished apartment in Gelsenkirchen in which up to 2 people can spend a comfortable stay. The location is very central in Gelsenkirchen, so you can reach your destinations in no time, including the Veltins Arena with public transport in under 30 min or the city center on foot in 5 min. Enjoy the stunning view over the Ruhr area or explore the adjacent park. If you arrive by car, parking in the nearby surroundings is free. I look forward to your visit!

The Duisburg houseboat Lore in the heart of the city
Our small 13 meter long houseboat Lore is located in the inner harbor of Duisburg, 3 minutes from the city center in one of the trendiest areas of the city: the inner harbour. The Lore has two spacious bedrooms, a roof terrace with lounge furniture, a small covered terrace, a living room with a direct view of the water, a kitchen and of course a bathroom with shower and toilet. The Lore is winter festival and can be booked 365 days a year. We have had three boats in the harbor since 2025.

Panoramic view of Lake Baldeney
Welcome to your waterfront retreat! The stylish, light-flooded apartment impresses with a fantastic view of Lake Baldeney and the surrounding nature. The location? Perfect! Directly in the local recreation area and on the Ruhr Valley cycle path – ideal for cycling tours, walks, hikes and water sports. Optimal access to public transport. Plus: A canoe rental and a first-class restaurant with lake views are right on the property. Pure relaxation awaits you here! ☀️

Luxury loft + hot tub + designer kitchen & bathroom ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Luxury loft Herdecke TOP Reviews⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy a stylish ambience prepared with attention 💘 to detail, let your soul wander like a 👑 king. A unique experience awaits you in this centrally located luxury accommodation. Whether from the hot tub, kitchen or sleeping area, a TV is available everywhere with HD TV and Netflix, Magenta, Disney, Prime and YouTube. You want to surprise someone? No problem, we will help you make this day even more special.

🌸Chez Marguerite🌸 A small apartment with heart
Hospitality is very important to us! Our cozy and personal apartment is ideal for a short or longer stay in our diverse Mülheim and the surrounding area. Very good infrastructure due to the central location in the Ruhr area. Düsseldorf Airport and the trade fair city of Essen can be reached in 15/20 minutes! The Max Planck Institute is a 5-minute walk, as is the forest and the Ruhr! There are many excursion destinations for all ages!

Bright single Apartment 40sqm, fully furbished
single apartment, Düsseldorf-Kalkum, 40sqm, fully furbished QUOTE Apt. (Souterrain) with separate and contactless entrance, in total 40sqm, recently renovated, fully furnished (incl. washing machine and dish washer). parking in front of house (street) possible. Free and strong internet . By walking • next bus stop: 2min • next Subway Station (U79, Klemensplatz) 15min Area 40489, Düsseldorf-Kalkum (Kaiserswerth), near Rhine

Homefy Studio Oldtown | Top Location| Rhine View
Welcome to the beautiful city of Düsseldorf and to my light-flooded studio with a view of the Maxkirche and the Rhine. It offers business travelers and tourists the perfect retreat, as well as a comfortable and temporary home. The apartment is located in the middle of the charming old town and offers you a range of shopping opportunities in the neighborhood due to its central location.

Apartment 58. Good for 2
Unsere Ferienwohnung liegt im Herzen von Essen, nur wenige Gehminuten von der Ruhr entfernt. Genießen Sie die Natur mit Spaziergängen oder Radtouren entlang des Flusses oder erkunden Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt wie das UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe Zollverein, die Essener Innenstadt oder das Baldeneysee. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Cafés sind ebenfalls leicht zu erreichen.

Villa Riverside - Stylish apartment with Ruhr view
Welcome to a stylish apartment on the 1st floor of a historic villa right on the Ruhr! Enjoy the unique view of the water, high ceilings, and charming old building details. The quiet location in Mülheim an der Ruhr perfectly combines nature and city life – walks by the river, cafes and the old town are just minutes away. Ideal for couples, business travelers or peace seekers.

Living in the countryside
Bright and cozy 1-room apartment in the basement of a quiet 2-family house with separate entrance on the outskirts of Velbert-Mitte! Bus stop to the cities of Wuppertal, Düsseldorf, Essen and to the central bus station Velbert in 5 minutes walking distance. Shopping facilities are within walking distance. Car charging station 350 m away.
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Listed former farm -stay in two guest houses

Group accommodation at the Seekarre in the green environment

Landhaus Bechhausen

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Luxury apartment – 200 m to the fair (flower district)

Apartment @ Baldeneysee with bedroom & sofa bed

Central apartment with separate sleeping area

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Central apartment near the fair/arena

Spectecular Rhineview/fair/parking/luxury/ 12 Pers

2-room apartment with everything you need.

Beautiful whole apartment near Rhine/A40/A42
When is the best time to visit Essen?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ305 | ﺩ.ﺇ312 | ﺩ.ﺇ316 | ﺩ.ﺇ356 | ﺩ.ﺇ356 | ﺩ.ﺇ415 | ﺩ.ﺇ375 | ﺩ.ﺇ378 | ﺩ.ﺇ397 | ﺩ.ﺇ360 | ﺩ.ﺇ342 | ﺩ.ﺇ327 |
| Avg. temp | 3°C | 3°C | 7°C | 10°C | 14°C | 17°C | 19°C | 19°C | 15°C | 11°C | 7°C | 4°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Essen stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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Essen's top spots, include Baldeneysee, Museum Folkwang, and Sportpark am Hallo
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