Zollverein Colliery is the landmark of the Ruhr region – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the “most beautiful colliery in the world” and home to the Ruhr Museum and the Red Dot Design Museum. Our quiet holiday apartment in Essen-Katernberg sits right by the World Heritage grounds: stroll across the coking plant in the morning, relax with Netflix in the apartment at night.
With private parking at the door, a fully equipped kitchen and 24/7 self-check-in you are completely independent – and you book directly with your host, no platform fees.
There is more to experience around Zollverein than fits into one day: the Ruhr Museum in the former coal washery, guided tours of Shaft XII, the works swimming pool in summer, the ice rink in winter and the Zollverein cycle trails through the region. Getting there is easy: tram 107 (the “culture line”) takes you right to the grounds, by car you are in Essen city centre in about 15 minutes and at Messe Essen in about 20.
The apartment itself: cosily furnished, comfortable beds, smart TV with Netflix and a kitchen for your breakfast before the big photo tour. Also ideal for work crews on jobs in the north of Essen – parking included.
Best price guarantee: Found it cheaper on Airbnb or Booking? We refund the difference + a 20 € credit.
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Es war alles super! Eine sehr schöne Unterkunft – würde es immer wieder buchen. Vielen lieben Dank nochmal für den tollen Service!
★★★★★
Super Wohnung, sehr gemütlich mit eigenem Stellplatz. Würde ich gerne nochmal buchen.
★★★★★
Wir waren als 4-köpfige Familie vor Ort. Die Wohnung ist klein aber fein. Ein Supermarkt ist fußläufig gut erreichbar. Die Lage zur Zeche Zollverein ist super (25 Minuten zu Fuß). Der Stellplatz vor der Tür ist perfekt.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is the apartment from Zollverein Colliery?
The apartment is in Essen-Katernberg, right by the World Heritage quarter – you reach the grounds within a few minutes on foot or by bike.
Is there parking?
Yes, a private parking space belongs to the apartment – very handy for day trips around the Ruhr region.
What is there to do at Zollverein?
The Ruhr Museum, the Red Dot Design Museum, guided tours of Shaft XII and the coking plant, the works swimming pool in summer, the ice rink in winter – plus cycle paths and photo spots across the whole site.
How do I get to the city centre and the trade fair?
Essen city centre is about 15 minutes away (car or tram 107), Messe Essen about 20 minutes by car.