Sightseeing in Dortmund - what to see. Complete travel guide

The best way to get acquainted with cultural life of the local people is to visit one of numerous festivals. Rich choice of celebrations, festivals and exhibitions can be easily found in …
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Without a doubt, Dellwig House is one of the most interesting architectural sights of Dortmund. This beautiful castle on water was built in the beginning of the 13th century. At that time it …
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Casino Hohensyburg is widely recognized as the most famous entertainment center of Dortmund. This is also the largest casino in the country. The three floors of this lovely historic building …
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1. Travelers who plan to use public transport should consider that it is cheaper to purchase tickets a few days beforehand. They can also purchase a pass that is valid for all types of …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Dortmund and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Dortmund
♥ Shopping area ' Westenhellweg' Dortmund, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Westenhellweg' Dortmund, 0.5 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Dortmund
♥ Castle 'Schloss Bladenhorst' , 14.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hardenstein Castle' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Cappenberg' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Altena Castle' , 28.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burg Vischering' , 29.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Schloss Bladenhorst' , 14.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Hardenstein Castle' , 15.6 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Schloss Cappenberg' , 15.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Altena Castle' , 28.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Burg Vischering' , 29.1 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Dortmund
♥ National Park 'Sallandse Heuvelrug' , 117.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Dwingelderveld' , 159.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Sallandse Heuvelrug' , 117.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Park 'Dwingelderveld' , 159.4 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Dortmund from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Crouching Tiger and Turtle
From the series “Furious Footways Around the World That Make You Dizzy”
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Distance from Dortmund center - 52.9 km.
The length of the staircase is 220 meters. It is open day and night. Admission is free. The original attraction in Duisburg was opened in 2011 and became instantly known worldwide and popular with lovers of unusual entertainments. 'Tiger and Turtle' staircase is located in the picturesque Angerpark. One of the most important secrets of the ladder is the traditional roller coaster dead loop, which is much easier to pass through than it might seem at first glance. …
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