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LöwenTAL Ruhr location in the E-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 sofa bed for 2 people in the same room. On the Ruhr, 200 m to the S-Bahn station and bus stop Ri Essen and Düsseldorf, Gruga and Volkwangmuseum can be reached in 10 minutes, Altstadt and Folkwangmusikhochschule 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.

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 on Lake Baldeney
Welcome to your waterfront retreat! The stylish, light-flooded apartment inspires with a fantastic view of Lake Baldeney and the surrounding nature. The location? Perfect! Right in the recreational area and on the Ruhr Valley bike path – ideal for bike rides, walks, hikes and water sports. Optimal connection 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 the details, unwind like a 👑 king. Unique experience awaits you in this centrally located luxury accommodation. Whether from the whirlpool, kitchen or sleeping area, a TV is available everywhere 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!

Experience Kupferdreh!
Welcome to your cozy and modernly furnished 55 sqm apartment in the charming district of Essen-Kupferdreh! This tastefully furnished property has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Whether for a business trip, a getaway or longer stays – this apartment combines style and an outstanding location in the heart of copper rot. The apartment is furnished and fully equipped. Linens and towels are furnished.

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.

Apartment 58. Good for 2
Unsere Ferienwohnung liegt im Herzen von Essen, nur wenige Gehminuten von der Ruhr entfernt. Genießen Sie die Natur mit Spaziergängen oder Radtouren entlang des Flusses oder erkunden Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt wie das UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe Zollverein, die Essener Innenstadt oder das Baldeneysee. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Cafés sind ebenfalls leicht zu erreichen.

Lakefront house - 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!

Living in the countryside
Bright and cozy 1 room apartment in the basement of a quiet 2 family house with separate entrance on the outskirts of Velbert-Mitte! Bus stop to the cities of Wuppertal, Düsseldorf, Essen and ZOB Velbert is a 5-minute walk away. Shopping facilities within walking distance. Car charging station 350 m away.

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.
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Dream apartment with a view of the Wupper

Elegant apartment | 89 m² | 3 minutes to the train station & city

MOLA Apartments-Historisches Apartment in Altstadt

City apartment with Rhine view

Stay in the green Ruhr Valley

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

Beyond Living Horizon

Studio in Beyenburg with terrace and garden
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Listed former farm -stay in two guest houses

Group accommodation at the Seekarre in a green environment

Landhaus Bechhausen

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A guest on the Bergischer Weg

Fantastic by the lake

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Apartment on the Niederfeldsee

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Central apartment with separate sleeping area

Central apartment near the fair/arena

Spectecular Rhineview/fair/parking/luxury/ 12 Pers

2-room apartment with everything you need.
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 | $116 CAD | $119 CAD | $121 CAD | $136 CAD | $136 CAD | $158 CAD | $182 CAD | $129 CAD | $126 CAD | $137 CAD | $130 CAD | $125 CAD |
| 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
Essen stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Essen’s top spots, include Baldeneysee, Museum Folkwang, and Sportpark am Hallo
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