City Character & Geography
Located in the Ruhr Area center, approx. 13km from Duisburg and Essen. The city lies along the Emscher River, offering easy access for travelers focused on industrial heritage and festival events.
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Oberhausen
Oberhausen is a compact city in the heart of the Ruhr Area, situated between Duisburg and Essen. It serves as a cultural hub hosting the International Short Film Festival and The Static Roots Festival. The city is renowned for the Gasometer Oberhausen, a key stop on the European Route of Industrial Heritage. With its blend of industrial history and contemporary art, including ice sculpture exhibitions, Oberhausen offers a unique stay for travelers interested in culture and heritage.
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Key Landmark: Gasometer
The Gasometer Oberhausen is an anchor point of the European Route of Industrial Heritage. It frequently hosts major exhibitions, serving as an ideal starting point to explore the city's industrial history and modern art.
Culture & Seasonality
Hosts the International Short Film Festival and The Static Roots Festival annually. Eiswelt Oberhausen ice sculpture exhibitions occurred in 2024 and 2025. Plan your stay around these events for a unique cultural experience.
Nearby attractions
LVR-Industriemuseum
Decentral organized Industry Museum in Germany's Rhineland Area with seven locations.
Niederrheinstadion
football stadium
Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
park in Duisburg, Germany
Styrum
castle in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany
Duisburg Zoo
zoo in Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Schloss Borbeck
castle
Museum zur Vorgeschichte des Films
museum
Schloss Broich
castle
Theater an der Ruhr
theater in Mulheim, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Museum Küppersmühle
museum in Germany
Stadion Essen
Stadium in Essen, Germany.
DITIB-Merkez-Moschee
architectural structure
Dining
Hackbarth's Restaurant
In the trendy, chic interior behind the red front door, a welcoming team and attentive service await you. The modern cuisine combines regional and international elements, Mediterranean and Far Eastern influences and seasonal produce. In addition to the à la carte selection, there is a five-course surprise menu. The tapas menu served on Tue and Thu is worth checking out. Nicely curated wine list. Lovely terrace. Tip: It is advisable to make a reservation for the weekend (Fri and Sat).
WebsiteKüppersmühle Restaurant
A fantastic location with an old industrial atmosphere, view of the inner harbour, and terrace right by the water. This urban-style interior is the backdrop for ambitious modern cuisine with and international influences – the menu includes, for example, tataki of Faroe salmon with buttermilk and coriander broth. At lunchtime, there is a slightly different menu, with a selection from the evening menu. In the KÜ shop, you can buy many delicious items to enjoy at home. Tip: The Küppersmühle Museum right next door is worth a visit.
WebsiteFrau Specht
"Dinner is ready" is the slogan here. You ring the doorbell before being escorted into this somewhat hidden little restaurant with a modern, minimalist decor. You are shown to your table in a pleasantly intimate living room-style interior – with a small open kitchen and just a handful of tables, it makes for a private atmosphere. The service comes with a personal touch: your cordial hostess, Yvonne Specht, after whom the restaurant is named, will also recommend just the right wines from the extensive list of top-draw international labels. In the kitchen, head chef Dirk Brendel cooks up an ambi
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