The capital of NRW

Duesseldorf is the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, the most densely populated German federal state. It is a location for international business and a central trade show city. Visitors from all over the world come every year to this metropolis on the Rhine, which is home to about 580,000 people. It is also well known as an innovative media city. Particularly in advertising, many agencies from Duesseldorf find international recognition for outstanding marketing and advertising concepts. The excellent name of the Heinrich Heine's university, the College of Music and the Academy of the Arts make Duesseldorf especially attractive for students from here and abroad.

Culture

Not only for students is Duesseldorf attractive. For everyone who would like to learn German in Germany, the city of the art, music and fashion is inviting for shopping between lifestyle and luxury. Prestigious museums and numerous galleries exhibit everything that is of standing and reputation in the art scene. Whether modern art, international painting, ceramics, film, Rhine boat tours or the city history - the museums of the Old Town offer something for everyone. Highlight for art enthusiast is the art collection North Rhine-Westphalia. Operas, theatres, concerts, cabarets and festivals, a culture delight, lure locals and visitors for a the stroll through the Old Town and along the Rhine shore.

• Art
• Music
• Stage
• Literature
• Sport

The longest bar in the world

The nightlife scene in Duesseldorf is known as the " longest bar in the world " even outside the city borders. It stands for the more than 250 bars, bars, clubs and restaurants all strung together in the Old Town. Whether traditional breweries, in-clubs or comfortable student bars, the possibilities are endless. Discover for yourself the prospects after your German class!

Rhenish way of life

Whether at the biggest fair on the Rhine, or at festivals or in one of the numerous bars or just on the street, this joy of life jumps right at you. The Duesseldorf Carnival (Mardi Gras) is world-famous, people dance in the streets for days. " One should celebrate the parties as they come " is the motto of the Rhinelander not only during this so-called fifth season of the year. Let yourself get infected!

The origins of Duesseldorf

Are you interested in the history of Duesseldorf? Then, follow us through the city. No matter whether the Media Harbour, Benrath Palace or Kaiserswerth – we will explore the city with you. Lambertus Basilica with its skew spire, the castle tower and Düssel form the original Old Town core. The small river to which the city owes its name is only to be seen between the streets Liefergasse and Burgplatz.. Here a monument reminds us of the battle of Worringen which, in the end, gave the city on the Düssel its right to charter as a town.
You will find useful tips about the Old Town, information for city walks and an overview of museums and galleries as well as a gastronomic list on the website for the Old Town Dusseldorf(http://www.duesseldorf-altstadt.de).