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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 - Seaside apartment
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.

Haus am See - Meerbusch
Das Haus am See is our relaxedguesthouse with a large swimming pond, terrace for al fresco dining and lawn. Completed in spring 2018, it offers modern design, contemporary comfort and homelike ambiance. It is intended for anyone who wants to spend a few quiet and carefree days in a natural yet central location. We have the feel good guarantee – Welcome to Meerbusch!

Beautiful attic apartment in Essen on Lake Baldeney
Bright, approx. 50 square meter apartment on the second floor of a three-family house, consisting of a living-dining room, kitchen, bedroom, hallway and shower room with toilet. Fully equipped and furnished. The bed is 160 × 200 cm. In the living room there is also a sofa bed for a possible 3rd person.

Apartment 58. Spacious and close to the Ruhr.
Our apartment is in the heart of Essen, within walking distance of the Ruhr. Enjoy nature with walks or bike tours along the river or explore the city's sights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site Zollverein, Essen city center or Lake Baldeney. Shopping, restaurants and cafes are also easy to reach.
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Villa Riverside – stylish apartment with a view of the Ruhr

MOLA Apartments - Old Town & Balcony & Near Hengsteysee

Living in the countryside

2-room apartment on the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path with proximity to the city

Spacious apartment ground floor Essen Kettwig

Studio in Beyenburg with terrace and garden

Basement apartment with private sauna (incl.)

Grefenhof vacation home
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Listed former farm -stay in two guest houses

Monument-protected barn - living on 120sqm

The blue house just for you!

Affordable accommodation - Solingen Burg

In the hiking paradise for two. Castle

The Purpurhaus is for you alone!

Welcome to the guest house of Chateau d'Orsay

Cozy room | Nature & Culture. Solingen Burg
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Luxury apartment – 200 m to the fair (flower district)

Apartment on the Niederfeldsee

Rheinblick7 Apartment Neuss Düsseldorf

Apartment @ Baldeneysee with bedroom & sofa bed

Luxury Apartments - THE RED

Central apartment near the fair/arena

Beautiful whole apartment near Rhine/A40/A42

Spectecular Rhineview/fair/parking/luxury/ 12 Pers
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 | £61 | £63 | £64 | £72 | £72 | £84 | £75 | £76 | £80 | £82 | £78 | £81 |
| 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
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Essen’s top spots include Baldeneysee, Museum Folkwang and Sportpark am Hallo
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- Lanxess Arena
- Messe Düsseldorf
- De Maasduinen National Park
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