Best May · Jun · Sep
~A$130/day
2 days is about right
Essen
The Ruhr's biggest city, where the coal mine that closed in 1986 is now a UNESCO site and the best day out in it. The Krupp family's villa and a very good art museum are the rest.
Ideal stay
2 days
Typical spend
~A$130/day
Rough mid-range estimate
Landmarks
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Essen in a day, two days, three
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Landmarks
Landmarks in Essen
Aalto Theatre✓
Essen Cathedral Treasury✓
Essen Minster✓
Grugapark✓
Museum Folkwang✓
Old Synagogue✓
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From the airport
When to go to Essen: May or Jun or Sep
Guides about here
Itineraries
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When to go
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Where to stay
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