In the city of Düsseldorf, it is the center of the Altstadt, known and nicknamed ‘the longest bar in the world’. On a distance of less than 500 meters, more than 300 bars and restaurants are set up, writes National Geographic.
Walk in Düsseldorf, Altstadt Photo guruwalk
The area is well-known for altbier, a hoppy beer whose recipe dates back to the 1800s and has become a representative symbol of Düsseldorf. This is prepared in four taverns. And the brewery has 700 seats.
Other tourist attractions
In addition to the location with multiple bars, with their famous beer, tourists can also visit one of the more than 100 art galleries. K20’s permanent collection features works by leading artists such as Picasso, Matisse and Warhol, and the Kunsthalle Düsseldorf venue hosts experimental exhibitions.
The city not only promotes widely known art, but also that which is still undiscovered, but which amazes with the originality of the artists. Kunst im Tunnel is a showcase for emerging artists, many of whom have completed their studies at the local art academy Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. Art in Düsseldorf is present in all its forms, at MedienHafen (“Media Harbour”) is a trio of twisted buildings designed by Frank Gehry.
Düsseldorf was founded in 1288 as a fishing village. It developed over the course of the century, becoming an unofficial capital of West Germany, the place’s reputation being associated with aspects such as fashion, finance and art. Currently a reference point for the history of the Altstadt (Old Town), one of the 50 districts.
