Rheinturm

About

Rheinturm is Düsseldorf’s tallest structure and a symbol of the city’s modern skyline, offering panoramic views and unique experiences. Completed in 1981 and designed by architect Harald Deilmann, the Rheinturm stands 240.5 meters tall and serves as a telecommunications tower. Located between the Media Harbour and the Rhine River, it features an observation deck and the revolving QOMO restaurant, providing sweeping views of the city and beyond. At night, the tower transforms into the world’s largest decimal clock—Lichtzeitpegel—illuminating the shaft with a mesmerizing time display. Originally built to support radio and TV transmission, the Rheinturm has become a beloved tourist attraction and a beacon of Düsseldorf’s engineering prowess. Its sleek concrete silhouette and multifunctional design reflect the city’s blend of innovation and elegance.

Düsseldorf Germany

Location

The Rheinturm is located at Stromstraße 20 in Düsseldorf’s Unterbilk district, right on the eastern edge of the southern city center near the Rhine River. This iconic telecommunications tower soars 240.5 meters high and is the tallest structure in Düsseldorf. From its observation deck at 168 meters, visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Media Harbour, the Old Town, the Hofgarten park, Königsallee boulevard, and the Rhine River with its family of bridges. On clear days, the Cologne Cathedral is even visible on the horizon. Adjacent to the Rheinturm are the North Rhine-Westphalia state parliament building, the Westdeutscher Rundfunk broadcasting studios, the Rheinkniebrücke bridge, and the vibrant Medienhafen area with its modern architecture, restaurants and cultural venues. The tower also houses the revolving QOMO restaurant at 172.5 meters that provides guests with a unique dining experience alongside stunning city vistas, making the Rheinturm a central landmark and a hub for culture and leisure in Düsseldorf.