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Düsseldorf, Germany
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Your essential Düsseldorf travel guide

Look to these helpful travel tips for your next trip, from hotel options to must-see attractions and public transit info

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Well-connected thanks to its international airport and major train station, Düsseldorf is within a stone’s throw of three countries and yet retains its own unique flair in the heart of Western Europe. An advertising and fashion hub as well as an industrial hotspot, this cultural mecca overflows with trade fairs and business events. You might want to plan your trip around one of these events—like the very popular international boat show, or the well-visited steel trade fair—or try to avoid them to ensure you get a better deal. Either way, there's plenty of attractions and things to do to keep you busy during your stay. Tips for when it’s best to visit are below, as well as a few insider tips and some hints about getting around this highly-walkable city.

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