Werden Travel Guide

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Werden

Churches, half-timbered buildings and a former monastery that contains a university adorn this tranquil suburb, whose park stretches across the river.

As a secluded suburb in the southern limits of Essen, Werden is a hub for medieval German architecture that survived World War II. It stands out for its quaint semi-timbered cottages and narrow alleys that recall the hamlets of yesteryear. Stroll between the old-fashioned lanterns on the winding cobbled lanes that run through this Old Town area.

The crowning jewel of the area is the Werden Abbey, which today contains part of the Folkwang University of the Arts. Admire the elegant yellow façade of the main building and spot the light green spire on top of the turret of the complex. Stroll past the Baroque buildings of the abbey and speak with students about its history.

Head northwest to the town center and amble along quaint alleys that are lined with medieval buildings. Stop at a café for a hot drink in these quaint surroundings. Plenty of shops, bakeries and restaurants crowd the lively streets.

Enter the Evangelische Kirche Werden to marvel at its religious works of art and walk north for the St. Lucius Church. Nearby is the Bürgermeisterhaus concert hall, where you can attend musical recitals and talks.

Get a round of drinks at a beer garden or snack on ice cream on a grassy patch near the river. Cross the bridge to the scenic Brehminsel Park, which runs across a large island and is bordered by trees. The long history of this area dates back to the foundation of Werden Abbey in the 8th century.

Werden is tucked away on the Ruhr River in its namesake valley. Drive south from the center of Essen for less than 20 minutes or ride the S-Bahn to the Essen-Werden station. Leave your car in the large parking lot on the eastern side of the old abbey. Consider stopping off in the districts of Stadtwald, Bredeney and Rüttenscheid along the way.


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Top hotels in Werden

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf

Maritim Platz 1, Düsseldorf, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,151 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹9,151
₹10,393 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"convenient to airport , transportation, market, food"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel

Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Terminal Ring 4, Düsseldorf, NW
The price is ₹9,831 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹9,831
₹11,120 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Convenient comfortable hotel. Ideal for when you have early flight. Staff are very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe

4 out of 5
Steile Str. 46, Essen, NW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Essen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Zollverein Coal Mine World ...
9/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2024

Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe
Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre

Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre

Immermannstr. 41, Düsseldorf, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,878 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹7,878
₹9,031 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic, from a seasoned traveller this was a tremendous hotel for the price paid. Can’t comment on the food as we ate out but room spotless and pool a lovely bonus. Don’t believe the negative reviews and give it a try!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre
Lindner Hotel Dusseldorf Seestern, part of JdV by Hyatt

Lindner Hotel Dusseldorf Seestern, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
Lütticher Straße 130, Düsseldorf, NW
The price is ₹8,894 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹8,894
₹10,117 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Merkur Spiel-Arena and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (867 reviews)
"It was a very nice hotel, a good breakfast and a rooftop restaurant."

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2025

Lindner Hotel Dusseldorf Seestern, part of JdV by Hyatt
McDreams Hotel Essen-City

McDreams Hotel Essen-City

Altendorfer Str. 220, Essen
The price is ₹5,311 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹5,311
₹5,967 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Essen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a pillow menu. Popular attractions Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Westfield ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (535 reviews)
Lingua Inglese
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Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

McDreams Hotel Essen-City
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Other neighbourhoods around Werden

Essen

Stadtbezirke IX

While you're in Stadtbezirke IX, take in top sights like Villa Hugel or Seaside Beach Baldeney, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen-Werden S-Bahn or Essen-Hügel S-Bahn.

Stadtbezirke IX
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Bredeney

Bredeney is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Villa Hugel and Seaside Beach Baldeney are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Essen-Hügel S-Bahn or Kruppallee Essen Station to get around.

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Fischlaken

If you're spending some time in Fischlaken, Baldeneysee and Ruhr are top sights worth seeing.

Fischlaken
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Kettwig

Historical sites and restaurants are just a few features Kettwig is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Kettwig S-Bahn or Kettwig Stausee S-Bahn.

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Stadtwald

Even though there aren't top sights in Stadtwald, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Seaside Beach Baldeney. Jump on the metro at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Ruettenscheid

4/5(6 area reviews)

Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.

Ruettenscheid

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