Sightseeing in Dortmund - what to see. Complete travel guide
Dortmund is one of the largest cities of Germany. First mentions of it are referred to the 9th century. At that time the city was called Trotmani and that was a large trading center. In the 17th century Dortmund seriously suffered from the Thirteen Years’ War, but it recovered quickly and started playing leading positions in economic and political life of the country.
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 … Open
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A striking architectural monument of the late 19th century is the town hall. It is a spectacular five-storey building constructed in the best traditions of the Neo-Renaissance style. The very first town hall was built on this place more than 600 years ago. Over the years, it came to complete desolation and was partially destroyed. In the second half of the 19th century when it was decided to build a new town hall in its place, the surviving fragments of the old building were used in the works. During the Second World War, the construction was badly damaged, but was quickly restored by the efforts of local artisans.
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 … Open
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A very interesting and popular cultural institution is the Dortmunder U. It is located in a unique historical building, which used to be the largest brewery in the city. At the time of construction in 1926, this building was the highest in the city. The factory remained operational until 1994. Now the beautiful and large building is used to hold art exhibitions and other interesting events dedicated to contemporary art and design.
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 … Open
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In Dortmund, there is a beautiful botanical garden which is one of the largest in the world. Its area is 65 hectares. The garden was founded in the early 19th century and today presents visitors with a huge collection of exotic plants. In total, there are about 4,500 species of plants and flowers on its territory. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Dortmund and surroundings
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Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Dortmund
♥ Shopping area ' Westenhellweg' Dortmund, 0.5 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
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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Map of all parks
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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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”
Check on the map: 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. …
Read further Distance from Dortmund center - 52.9 km.
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