Travel tips Dusseldorf

5 travel tips for Dusseldorf

 

Shopping in the Carlstadt

The Carlstadt is situated only a few steps away from the Königsallee with its famous fashion brands. In the narrow alleys around the colourful market you can find a large variety of exclusive products. Treat yourself to a delicious delicacy, nice bags, valuable antiques and beautiful accessories. But even if you’re not here for shopping, you’re sure to appreciate this fantastic part of the old centre of Dusseldorf – a real feast for the eyes, far away from the rush.

The Carlstadt starts at the Carlplatz and includes the narrow alleys that run from there in the direction of the river Rhine and Graf-Adolf-Straße.

 

Have a delicious brunch or dinner at Malkasten

The name Malkasten (or paint box) refers to the artistic character of this meeting point of various art disciplines. In addition to the cultural events that take place here regularly, you should not miss the sophisticated dishes in this restaurant. Outside, on the terrace in an idyllic park, you will find the ideal place to enjoy your meal. The Sunday brunch is beautiful to the eye and very tasteful – and therefore also very popular. You would do well to make reservations in advance to ensure that you get a table.

Jacobistraße 6a, tel. +49 (0)211 17 30 40, www.malkasten.com, open: bar: daily from 18.00 hrs, restaurant: Monday-Friday 12.00-15.00 hrs and daily 18.30-22.30 hrs, Sundays and holidays: brunch 10.30 hrs. Dinner: dishes from € 7 to € 21, brunch with tea, coffee and juices included: € 23.

 

Boat trip to the picturesque Düsseldorf-Kaiserswerth

At the Weiße Flotte on the quay of the Rhine promenade, a boat leaves for a trip to Kaiserswerth six times a day. Enjoy the green Rhine banks from the sunny deck and when you arrive, treat yourself to a refreshing Dusseldorf Altbier in “Galerie Burghof”. This popular “Biergarten” is situated immediately next to the ruins of the medieval castle of Kaiserpfalz.





Rathausufer, www.weisseflotteduesseldorf.de, from April to October, single: € 7; return: € 11.

 

 

Club, bar and Biergarten in the former depot

Both within and outside Les Halles, you will find an alternative part of Dusseldorf. Chandeliers and wooden tables, sofas and an enormous aquarium provide a cosy living room atmosphere in the former depot. You can also enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner outside, underneath large parasols between vines and plants. At about 22.00 hrs on Friday and Saturday evenings, the tables are pushed to the side and several djs get into action as the nightlife begins.

Schirmerstraße 54, tel. +49 (0)0211 440 26 74, www.les-halles.de, open: Monday-Thursday 17.00-01.00 hrs, Friday 17.00-05.00 hrs, Saturday 10.00-05.00 hrs, Sunday 10.00-01.00 hrs – Saturday breakfast, Sunday brunch, dishes € 6 - € 19 each.

 

Modern architecture in the harbour

Where previously storage areas and silos stood, an interesting mix of old and new architecture has been created over the past few years. Old quayside walls, stairs and boulders have been integrated into the modern building plan – with buildings by national and international renowned architects such as Frank O. Gehry and David Chipperfield.

After a walk through this trendy area with its media, advertising and communications offices, take a break in one of the many bistros, restaurants or bars.

Kaistraße, Zollhof and surroundings.

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