Here you will find practical tips and further information for your stay.
Düren is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia known for its cultural events and historical buildings. Visitors can discover and experience a variety of attractions here. The Leopold-Hoesch-Museum is a must-see for art lovers, showcasing contemporary artworks and regularly changing exhibitions. The museum works closely with the
Düren Paper Museum, which is dedicated to the history of paper.
The
Düren City Museum is another highlight for history enthusiasts, where visitors can learn more about the city's history and participate in digital 3D models. The House of the City is an important venue for cultural performances, hosting regular concerts, theater performances, and other cultural events.
Another highlight in
Düren is the Annakirmes, one of the largest folk festivals in Germany. Every year around July 26th, visitors from all over the region come here to ride carousels, eat delicious food, and have fun. There are also various markets such as flea and beer markets, as well as a gourmet market since 2018 as a street food festival.
The IG City Street Festival has been held annually in September since 1979 and offers another opportunity to celebrate and explore the city.
Düren also has many historical buildings such as Burgau Castle and numerous churches, including St. Anna's Church and Christ Church. There are 16 municipal cemeteries, with the New Cemetery
Düren-Ost being the largest. The Fatih Mosque is the most important Muslim place of worship in
Düren.
There are various memorials that remind us of the time of National Socialism and World Wars, including the Flame Angel in front of City Hall and Gunter Demnig's Stumbling Stones.
For nature lovers,
Düren offers Burgauer Forest with a fitness trail and forest nature trail as its largest recreational area. There are also several parks such as Willy Brandt City Park and Konrad Adenauer Park, as well as two lakes for leisure activities in the summer.
If you are looking for a pleasant stay in
Düren, consider the
Domizil Hotel Düren "Kastanienhof". This
hotel with a French atmosphere is located in a quiet neighborhood of
Düren and offers Wi-Fi as well as a Genius discount on accommodation for registered guests.
Overall,
Düren offers a variety of cultural events, historical attractions, and leisure activities for visitors and locals alike. It is definitely worth visiting this charming city!
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