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LöwenTAL Ruhr location in the east-south, historic & central
Old building apartment, 1.5 room, 55 sqm, plank floor in the Art Nouveau house Essen-Werden. Bed 1.60 for 2 people and pull-out sofa for 2 people in the same room. On the Ruhr, 200 m to the S-Bahn station and bus stop to Essen and Düsseldorf, Gruga and Volkwangmuseum can be reached in 10 minutes, the old town and Folkwang University of the Arts in 3 minutes on foot. Cycling and hiking to Lake Baldeney, Cafe/Restaurant Dolcinella next door, bicycle cellar available. Suitable for working commuters, trade fair visitors and vacationers and families.
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Bright&Spacious Lower-Level Escape, garden&parking
Stylishly furnished garden-level apartment in the heart of Mülheim – centrally located yet pleasantly quiet with a view of greenery. Two cozy bedrooms, an open-plan living and dining area in a minimalist style, modern amenities invite you to relax or work productively. Just a 5-minute walk to the Ruhr River, with excellent access to public transport and major highways. Trade fairs in Essen and Düsseldorf are easy to reach. Ideal for those seeking comfort, calm, and city proximity in one place.
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Fantastic by the lake
Cozy holiday cottage with 4 double bedrooms for up to 8 people. Perfect retreat located directly by the 6-Lake Plateau. Reach the first bathing spot within a 2-minute walk. Tastefully decorated rooms, 2 terraces, fully equipped kitchen, ideal for nature lovers and active vacationers. Enjoy walks, water skiing, bike tours, high ropes courses, and much more. Explore the surrounding area with excellent transport connections and experience unforgettable moments in a particularly tranquil location.
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central | coffee/tee | queen bed | 65"TV | Balcony
Welcome to my caringly & modernisticly furnished apartment in Gelsenkirchen in which up to 2 people can spend a comfortable stay. The location is very central in Gelsenkirchen, so you can reach your destinations in no time, including the Veltins Arena with public transport in under 30 min or the city center on foot in 5 min. Enjoy the stunning view over the Ruhr area or explore the adjacent park. If you arrive by car, parking in the nearby surroundings is free. I look forward to your visit!
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The Duisburg houseboat Lore in the heart of the city
Our small 13 meter long houseboat Lore is located in the inner harbor of Duisburg, 3 minutes from the city center in one of the trendiest areas of the city: the inner harbour. The Lore has two spacious bedrooms, a roof terrace with lounge furniture, a small covered terrace, a living room with a direct view of the water, a kitchen and of course a bathroom with shower and toilet. The Lore is winter festival and can be booked 365 days a year. We have had three boats in the harbor since 2025.
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Panoramic views of Lake Baldeney - Seaside apartment
Welcome to your waterfront retreat! The stylish, light-flooded apartment impresses with a fantastic view of Lake Baldeney and the surrounding nature. The location? Perfect! Directly in the local recreation area and on the Ruhr Valley cycle path – ideal for cycling tours, walks, hikes and water sports. Optimal access to public transport. Plus: A canoe rental and a first-class restaurant with lake views are right on the property. Pure relaxation awaits you here! ☀️
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🌸Chez Marguerite🌸 A small apartment with heart
Hospitality is very important to us! Our cozy and personal apartment is ideal for a short or longer stay in our diverse Mülheim and the surrounding area. Very good infrastructure due to the central location in the Ruhr area. Düsseldorf Airport and the trade fair city of Essen can be reached in 15/20 minutes! The Max Planck Institute is a 5-minute walk, as is the forest and the Ruhr! There are many excursion destinations for all ages!
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2-room apartment on the Ruhr Valley Cycle Path with proximity to the city
The apartment has separate access via a city wall passage, which can be used as a terrace. It is equipped with a fully equipped kitchenette and tasteful furniture. In the bedroom, the bed is built over with a wardrobe. In the living room, there is a double sofa bed with a spring interior. The apartment has shutters on all windows. Ideal starting point for cycling tours throughout the Ruhr area. Bicycles can be safely accommodated.
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Bright single Apartment 40sqm, fully furbished
single apartment, Düsseldorf-Kalkum, 40sqm, fully furbished QUOTE Apt. (Souterrain) with separate and contactless entrance, in total 40sqm, recently renovated, fully furnished (incl. washing machine and dish washer). parking in front of house (street) possible. Free and strong internet . By walking • next bus stop: 2min • next Subway Station (U79, Klemensplatz) 15min Area 40489, Düsseldorf-Kalkum (Kaiserswerth), near Rhine
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Homefy Studio Oldtown | Top Location| Rhine View
Welcome to the beautiful city of Düsseldorf and to my light-flooded studio with a view of the Maxkirche and the Rhine. It offers business travelers and tourists the perfect retreat, as well as a comfortable and temporary home. The apartment is located in the middle of the charming old town and offers you a range of shopping opportunities in the neighborhood due to its central location.
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Villa Riverside - Stylish apartment with Ruhr view
Welcome to a stylish apartment on the second floor of a historic villa right on the Ruhr! Enjoy the unique view of the water, tall ceilings and charming old building details. The location perfectly combines nature and city life – walks along the river, cafes and the old town are just minutes away. Ideal for couples, business travelers or those seeking peace and quiet.
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Beautiful attic apartment in Essen on Lake Baldeney
Bright, approx. 50 square meter apartment on the second floor of a three-family house, consisting of a living-dining room, kitchen, bedroom, hallway and shower room with toilet. Fully equipped and furnished. The bed is 160 × 200 cm. In the living room there is also a sofa bed for a possible 3rd person.
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Near to Düsseldorf Exhibition, Fantastic View
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Experience Kupferdreh!
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Stylish apartment in Neuss / Düsseldorf Fair
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Living in the countryside
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Cool basement apartment with private sauna
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Grefenhof vacation home
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Cozy lakeside apartment
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Listed former farm -stay in two guest houses
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Welcome to the guest house of Chateau d'Orsay
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Monument-protected barn - living on 120sqm
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The hidden Lakehouse Pool & Sauna & Whirlpool
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A landmarked gem
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Luxury apartment – 200 m to the fair (flower district)
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Rheinblick7 Apartment Neuss Düsseldorf
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Apartment @ Baldeneysee with bedroom & sofa bed
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Central apartment with separate sleeping area
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Homefy Business Apartment | Balcony | Fair DUS
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Central apartment near the fair/arena
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2-room apartment with a fantastic view
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Spectecular Rhineview/fair/parking/luxury/ 12 Pers
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| Avg. price | $107 | $106 | $96 | $108 | $107 | $105 | $102 | $103 | $108 | $111 | $105 | $109 |
| Avg. temp | 37°F | 38°F | 44°F | 50°F | 57°F | 62°F | 66°F | 65°F | 59°F | 52°F | 44°F | 39°F |
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