e-Scavenger hunt Essen: Explore the city at your own pace

hlandplatz in 1985 in honor of the Jewish Hirschland family, who founded the Simon Hirschland Bank. The family was expropriated by the National Socialists in 1938.

The current church was built in the 13th century in the Gothic style, with an impressive westwork and a crypt preserved from the original Ottonian church.

entral meeting point in the northern part of the city. The name "Weberplatz" refers to the textile industry that was once prominent in this area.

Rathaus Galerie Essen is known for being a major shopping destination in the heart of Essen. It offers over 31,000 square meters of retail space, housing a wide variety of shops and restaurants

It is one of the largest shopping malls in the city and attracts many visitors, both locals and tourists

It is the oldest Protestant church in the city center of Essen and played a central role in the introduction of the Reformation in the city.

In the Forum Kunst und Architektur in Essen you can see exhibitions that focus on both contemporary art and architecture. Here are some things you can expect

This bronze cast iron work of art commemorates the important period of the coal mines in Essen.

Kettwiger Straße in Essen is famous for being one of the city's primary shopping streets. Here are some key highlights:

In the Dom-Schatzkammer in Essen, you can see a remarkable collection of church treasures and liturgical objects.

The carillon was originally installed at the headquarters of the Deiter jewelry firm in 1928. During World War II, the bells were hidden to prevent them from being melted down for the war industry