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Street · Düsseldorf, Renânia do Norte-Vestfália
Rheinuferpromenade
The riverside promenade along the Rhine that links the Altstadt to the Rheinturm and the MedienHafen, with steps, benches and cafés. It was created after the riverside avenue was placed into a tunnel.
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About Rheinuferpromenade
The Rheinuferpromenade is the riverside promenade along the Rhine in Düsseldorf, between the Altstadt, the Carlstadt and the port quarter. A promenade had existed since the early 20th century, but after World War II a multi-lane avenue separated the city from the river.
In the 1990s the avenue was put into a tunnel, the Rheinufertunnel, and the riverbank was redesigned for pedestrians. The new promenade opened in 1995 and became the place where locals and visitors stroll, run, cycle and sit to watch the river.
The stairway by Burgplatz fills up on sunny days. Heading south, the promenade passes cafés with outdoor seating and reaches the Rheinturm, the state parliament and the MedienHafen. On the opposite bank lies the Oberkassel neighborhood and the sequence of the city's bridges.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to 1 hour and a half, depending on the section.
Best time
Late afternoon, from May to September, when the sun sets on the far side of the river and the steps fill up.
How to get there
It starts at Burgplatz in the Altstadt, about a 5-minute walk from Heinrich-Heine-Allee subway station.
Tip
Walk from Burgplatz to the MedienHafen via the Rheinturm: the route takes about 30 minutes and combines three attractions in one walk. Watch out for the bike lanes that run alongside.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Rheinuferpromenade
How long does it take to walk from the Altstadt to the MedienHafen?
About 30 minutes along the promenade, passing the Rheinturm.
Are there places to eat by the river?
Yes, there are cafés and bars along the promenade and many restaurants in the Altstadt, just behind it.
Is it a good place to watch the sunset?
Yes. The sun sets on the Oberkassel side, across the Reno, and the steps of the Burgplatz face it.