The charming city of Mülheim attracts visitors with its rich history, cultural heritage and picturesque landscapes. The Ruhr River flowing through the city offers picturesque views and opportunities for boat trips or bike rides along the river banks. The city offers several beautiful parks where you can relax in nature and enjoy peaceful walks in the greenery.
To immerse yourself in the city’s fascinating past, explore the historic Old Town. Stroll along the cobblestone streets, admire the historic houses and learn about the history of the architecture. The ruins of the medieval Broich Castle, dating back to the 9th century, provide a beautiful backdrop for peaceful walks with the medieval atmosphere of the city.
The Kunstmuseum Mülheim an der Ruhr presents a diverse collection of contemporary art, including works by renowned German and international artists. The neighbouring Ruhr area is rich in cultural attractions, such as the famous Zollverein Coal Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thanks to its excellent transport connections to Mülheim.
Location
Mülheim an der Ruhr is located in the Ruhr area in North Rhine-Westphalia, western Germany. Situated on the Ruhr River.
Broich Castle
The castle was built in 883 to protect the city against the raids of the Normans and survived wars and sieges. The museum in the castle exhibits the castle’s history with models, pictures and other artefacts and handled by the local history society.
Broich Castle is available for 20 to 100 people as a venue for events, presentations, Christmas and birthday parties, conferences, congresses and meetings. The magnificent surroundings are also ideal for filming and photo sessions.
Thanks to its noble panels, the Fireplace Hall is often used as a reception room. In the Heraldry Hall, meetings can be held in a historical and exquisite atmosphere. On the lower level, the Tecklenburg Rooms and the castle crypt in combination with the castle courtyard are ideal for impressive champagne receptions.
Haus Ruhrnatur
The island in Mülheim an der Ruhr, on which Haus Ruhrnatur is located, was originally formed naturally and has served various functions throughout history, including as a slaughterhouse and a place to build boats for the Ruhraaken.
In Haus Ruhrnatur, children, young people and adults can experiment and explore the issues of climate and renewable energy in the extensive permanent exhibition. A large, virtually rotating globe shows, among other things, how and why the climate in Mülheim has changed over millions of years.
Stadthafen
Since the opening of the new Ruhr promenade in May 2014, all Ruhr tourists, boaters, and canoeists have been able to use the city harbor or the city jetty. The city harbor is located at Ruhr kilometer 12 and offers a leisure harbor with a water-hiking rest area and the city jetty, as well as a range of dining options for enjoyment and relaxation.
Kunstmuseum Mülheim an der Ruhr
The Kunstmuseum Mülheim an der Ruhr offers visitors a variety of spaces with different temperaments on three floors, totaling 1,200 square meters of exhibition space. In changing exhibitions, the museum presents artists and themes from the collection, from the city and region, as well as from classical modernism and contemporary art.
Freilichtbühne Mülheim an der Ruhr
Built on the site of an old quarry, the open-air theater on the edge of Mülheim an der Ruhr’s old town has been fascinating audiences with its unique atmosphere since the 1930s.
The open-air stage is a hidden gem in the heart of the Ruhr region, with innovative event formats that go far beyond the traditional. This is where natural scenery meets urban creativity, a playground for artists who push boundaries and dare to try something new.
Bismarck Tower
The Bismarck Tower is a common sight in Germany, and this particular one is easily accessible to visitors. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views. The Bismarckturm in Mülheim an der Ruhr is a 27.5 m high observation tower on the Kahlenberg with a view over the Ruhr. The view is the memory of the Reich Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, who was founded in 1871 by the Reich Foundation.
Petrikirche (Church of St. Peter)
St. Peter’s Church in Mülheim’s old town is one of eight listed churches in the Ruhr Church District and also the oldest church in Mülheim. The oldest church in Mülheim an der Ruhr is the Evangelical St. Peter’s Church, whose history dates back to the 13th century.
