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SPIEL Essen 2026: The World's Largest Board Game Fair – Be There with the Right Place to Stay
From 22 to 25 October 2026, Messe Essen once again becomes Europe's biggest games table. Here's how to find the right holiday apartment for SPIEL 2026 – with space, a kitchen and short distances.
Discover Essen-Borbeck: Palace Park, Village Square and a Peaceful Feel
Between the palace park, the old village centre and quiet streets: Essen-Borbeck is a district many trade-fair and business travellers don't know yet – and that's exactly why a detour is worth it.
Autumn Holidays in the Ruhr Area: Family Time in Essen and Mülheim
Parks, rainy days and the right place to stay: how to enjoy a relaxed NRW autumn break with children in Essen and Mülheim.
Discover Kettwig: Essen's Picturesque Half-Timbered Idyll on the Ruhr
Half-timbered houses, a historic market square and the Ruhr right on your doorstep: Essen-Kettwig is well worth a trip – we'll show you what makes this district so special.
Essen Light Festival 2026: Experience Light Art – With the Right Place to Stay
From 2 to 11 October 2026, the Essen Light Festival turns the city into a sea of lights. We'll tell you what you can look forward to and why a holiday apartment from PrimeTimeSuites is the ideal base for your festival evenings.
Discover Essen-Werden: A Monastery Town with Riverside Charm
Cobblestone streets, a 1,000-year-old collegiate church and the Ruhr right on your doorstep: Essen-Werden is the peaceful counterpart to the exhibition halls - and easily reached from our apartments.
Autumn in the Ruhr Region: Outdoor Adventures Around Essen and Mülheim
When the Ruhr valley takes on its autumn colours, it's the perfect time for a walk, a bike ride or simply a quiet break in the fresh air. We'll show you the loveliest routes around Essen and Mülheim – ideal for a free afternoon between a trade fair appointment and the end of the working day.
Villa Hügel Essen: Krupp History, Parkland and Baldeneysee in One Place
Villa Hügel in the south of Essen combines Krupp history, extensive parkland and the closeness of Baldeneysee – a destination for culture, family and relaxation during your stay in Essen.
Discover Rüttenscheid: Essen's Vibrant Neighbourhood for Your Stay
Boutiques, cafés and restaurants: why a trip to Rüttenscheid is always worth it for our guests.
Grugapark Essen: Green Relaxation Right on Your Doorstep
After days at the trade fair or a busy family outing: Grugapark is Essen's green oasis for taking a deep breath – right near your PrimeTimeSuites apartment.
Security Essen 2026 (22–25 September): Accommodation for Visitors & Exhibitors
The world's leading trade fair for security and fire protection comes to Essen – four fair days, an international professional audience. What that means for your accommodation search and why teams should book now.
Essen Trade Fair Calendar 2026/2027: All Major Dates + Where to Stay
Security, SPIEL, Motor Show, IPM, E-world & more: the key trade fair dates in Essen for 2026/2027 at a glance – and when you should book your accommodation at the latest.
Lake Baldeney: Essen's Green Escape Right on Your Doorstep
Between trade fair halls and appointments, it's easy to forget that Essen has a lake of its own. We'll show you why a trip to Lake Baldeney is well worth it for families, business travellers and anyone who loves being near the water.
Zeche Zollverein: Essen's World Heritage Site for Your Stay
UNESCO World Heritage, industrial culture and art on a truly unique site: why a visit to Zeche Zollverein belongs on every Essen itinerary – and how you can get there easily from your PrimeTimeSuites apartment.
Discover Mülheim an der Ruhr: Our Neighbourhood Tip for Your Stay
Mülheim is more than a suburb of Essen: the Ruhr promenade, MüGa Park, Schloss Broich and the Camera Obscura are waiting right on your doorstep.
Eating out in Essen: our restaurant tips for your stay
After a long day at the trade fair or on a free evening in the city: we'll let you know where to eat really well in Essen - from the currywurst stand to the cosy restaurant.
After a Day at the Trade Fair: How to Wind Down Your Evening in Essen
The fair day was long – now it's time to clock off. From good food in Rüttenscheid to a cosy evening on the sofa: here's how to unwind in Essen.
Breakfast Like at Home: Why a Holiday Apartment With Its Own Kitchen Is Worth Its Weight in Gold
Your own kitchen instead of a hotel buffet: why self-caterers in Essen travel more relaxed, more affordably and more flexibly – especially during trade fair visits and longer stays.
Messe Essen: How to Arrive Relaxed and Park Without the Stress
Getting here, parking and the shortest route to Messe Essen – the most important tips for your stay, so your trade fair day starts stress-free.
Staying Longer in Essen: Tips for a Temporary Home
A project, a stopgap or a moving phase: what matters when you're looking for a temporary home in Essen for several weeks – and how to feel settled quickly.
Culture in Essen: From Museum Folkwang to the Philharmonie
Essen has plenty to offer culturally – from the renowned Museum Folkwang to the Aalto-Theater and the Philharmonie. An overview for your stay.
Workers' Accommodation in Essen: What Really Matters for Companies and Tradespeople
Invoice with itemised VAT, self-check-in for shift work, kitchen, washing machine and parking: the complete guide for companies accommodating workers in Essen.
Family Time in the Ruhr Region: Our Favourite Days Out
From Zeche Zollverein to the Grugapark and the Gasometer Oberhausen: ideas for days out on a family holiday in Essen and the surrounding area.
Business Trip to Essen: The Smart Alternative to a Hotel
More space, your own kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi and a proper workspace – why more and more business travellers in Essen choose an apartment over a hotel room.
Self-Check-in Explained: How Easy Your Arrival Can Be
No waiting around for a key handover, no fixed reception hours: here's how self-check-in works at PrimeTimeSuites – around the clock.