The picturesque city of Düsseldorf, in the German state of Nordrhein-Westfalen, which shares a border with the Netherlands, is easily the top destination for tourists wanting to get a taste of West Germany in addition to their Dutch itinerary. Just over 125 miles (200 km) from Amsterdam, it is also the closest major German city east of the border, and conveniently accessible by both road and rail.
Amsterdam a Düsseldorf and tren
Direct trains between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf are frequent and affordable, with fares starting at € 29 each way on the ICE International train service. Travel time from Amsterdam Central Station is just two hours and 15 minutes on a direct train. Book early to secure the lowest rates; Schedules and fare information are available on the NS Hispeed website.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf by bus
The cheapest form of transport between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf is by international coach. Fares on Eurolines start at € 15 each way, but increase as the departure date approaches. Buses leave from the Eurolines stop outside Amsterdam Amstel station and arrive at Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, the city’s central train station, which also functions as a bus station. An alternative bus company to consider is Czech Transport, also with fares from € 15 one way, available on their website.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf by car
The 200 km (125 miles) journey between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf takes around two hours and 30 minutes, and is an ideal option for travelers who want the flexibility to stop and explore along the way. Choose a preferred route, find detailed directions and calculate travel costs on ViaMichelin.com.
Amsterdam to Düsseldorf by plane
Various carriers fly between Amsterdam and Düsseldorf (duration: 50 minutes to an hour), such as KLM, Lufthansa and even Air France. However, it is enormously expensive compared to other options, and once check-in time plus travel to and from airports is considered, it is slower than car and train.
Düsseldorf tourist information
As one of the most populated cities in Germany, Düsseldorf has its share of metropolitan services, but it also has the historic city center, the Altstadt, densely packed with bars and restaurants selling typical northern German cuisine as well as the the city’s famous beer, Altbier . A center of the economy and the arts, the multifaceted city appeals to travelers of all stripes; Culture and entertainment sites abound, such as the famous Kunsthalle, and the famous ‘Kö’ is a must-see for luxury shoppers.
Some of my favorite attractions in the city are its diverse architecture, from the historic Kaiserswerth district dating back to 700, the modern architecture of the MedienHafen (Media Harbor) neighborhood, and the concentration of Japanese restaurants on Immermannstraße, a sampling of the thousands. of Japanese expats in the city
