Burgplatz is Düsseldorf’s historic heart, where medieval legacy meets vibrant city life along the Rhine. Located in the Altstadt, Burgplatz was once the site of Düsseldorf Castle, the residence of the Counts of Berg from the 13th century. Though the castle was destroyed in the 19th century, its lone surviving tower—the Schlossturm—now houses the city’s Shipping Museum. The square’s open layout and cobblestone surface preserve its medieval character while hosting modern gatherings, street performances, and seasonal events. Framed by landmarks like St. Lambertus Church and the Rathaus, Burgplatz offers panoramic views of the Rhine and connects seamlessly to the Rhine embankment promenade. It’s a popular meeting point for locals and tourists, blending architectural heritage with a lively urban atmosphere.
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Burgplatz is located in Düsseldorf’s historic Altstadt district at Burgplatz 2, near the banks of the Rhine River. This picturesque square, once the site of the medieval Düsseldorf Castle, is dominated by the iconic equestrian statue of Jan Wellem, the Elector Palatine, and features the Schlossturm (Castle Tower), the last remaining part of the original castle now housing the Maritime Museum. Burgplatz serves as a vibrant cultural and social hub, surrounded by charming cafés, restaurants, and bars with views of the Rhine promenade. Nearby are landmarks such as St. Lambertus Church, the Old Town’s bustling streets, and the Rhine Embankment Promenade, offering a scenic riverside walk. The square hosts various events and markets throughout the year, making it a lively destination that blends Düsseldorf’s rich history with contemporary urban life and connects visitors to the river and city center.
Museum
Museum Kunstpalast
Museum
K20 – Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen
Museum
K21 – Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen
Museum
Kunsthalle Düsseldorf
Museum
Kunst im Tunnel
Museum
Filmmuseum Düsseldorf
Museum
Hetjens-Museum
Museum
Heinrich-Heine-Museum
Museum
Stadtmuseum Düsseldorf
Museum
Goethe-Museum
Museum
Memorial Dusseldorf
Museum
Haus der Geschichte Nordrhein-Westfalen
Museum
SchifffahrtMuseum im Schlossturm
Museum
NRW-Forum Düsseldorf
Museum
Neuer Kunstraum Düsseldorf
Museum
Bonsai-Museum Düsseldorf
Museum
Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus
Theatre
Theater an der Kö
Theatre
Capitol Theater
Theatre
Junges Schauspiel
Theatre
basedonart gallery
Gallery
AURA Kunstraum
Gallery
Galerie Paffrath
Gallery
VAN HORN
Gallery
BBK Kunstforum e.V.
Gallery
Kadel Willborn
Gallery
Schloss Benrath
Castle
Kaiserpfalz Kaiserswerth
Historical Landmark
Schloss Eller
Castle
Schloss Mickeln
Castle
Schloss Garath
Castle
Palais Wittgenstein
Theatre
Villa Lantz
Tourist attractions
Schlosspark Heltorf
Park
Wilhelm Marx Haus
Historical Landmark
Altes Rathaus Düsseldorf
Town Hall
Rheinturm
Tower
Rhine embankment promenade
Tourist attractions
MedienHafen
Tourist attractions
Nordpark
Park
Hofgarten Düsseldorf
Park
Museum for European Garden Art
Museum
Japanischer Garten
Garden
EKŌ‑Haus der Japanischen Kultur
Cultural Centre
Wildpark Grafenberger Wald
Park
Botanischer Garten Düsseldorf
Botanical Garden
Unterbacher See
Lake
Volksgarten Düsseldorf
Park
Aaper Wald
Park
Jan‑Wellem Reiterdenkma
Sculpture
Stadterhebungsmonument
Historical Landmark
Auseinandersetzung
Sculpture
Ulanendenkmal
Historical Landmark
Mona Mare
Swimming Pool
Benzenberg‑Sternwarte
Observatory
Südpark Düsseldorf
Park