Traditional.
The three most important events in Düsseldorf which are the highlights of its tradition are:
the carnival in February, also called the fifth season, the Schützenfeste (marksmen’s festivals) that take place in the different quarters and the biggest funfair on the Rhine in July, as well as the Christmas markets that starts at the end of November where you can taste the famous hot red wine spiced with cinnamon sticks, cloves and sugar.
Carnival - 11 to 16 February 2010
The temperatures might be higher in Rio, but this hot event is right on your doorstep. The general rule of thumb: if you stay, then party, if you don't wish to, leave town. Our suggestion is to stick around and...
Funfair - 17 to 25 July 2010
The biggest funfair on the Rhine takes place every summer directly on the shores of the River Rhine with a wonderful view of the old town. This festival of superlatives is the second largest public festival in Germany...
Christmas Market - 18 November to 23 December 2010
The unique atmosphere of traditional German Christmas is casting more and more visitors from all over the world under its spell every year. Historic Christmas Markets held in cities and smaller towns throughout the country are becoming...
