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Apartment in Werden

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

LöwenTAL Ruhr location in the E-South Historic & Central

Old building apartment, 1.5 room, 55 sqm, plank floor in the Art Nouveau house Essen-Werden. Bed 1.60 for 2 people and sofa bed for 2 people in the same room. On the Ruhr, 200 m to the S-Bahn station and bus stop Ri Essen and Düsseldorf, Gruga and Volkwangmuseum can be reached in 10 minutes, the old town and Folkwangmusikhochschule in 3 minutes on foot. Cycling and hiking to Lake Baldeney, cafe/ restaurant Dolcinella next door, bicycle cellar available. Suitable for working commuters, trade fair visitors and vacationers and families.

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Apartment in Schalke

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

central | coffee/tee | queen bed | 65"TV | Balcony

Welcome to my caringly & modernisticly furnished apartment in Gelsenkirchen in which up to 2 people can spend a comfortable stay. The location is very central in Gelsenkirchen, so you can reach your destinations in no time, including the Veltins Arena with public transport in under 30 min or the city center on foot in 5 min. Enjoy the stunning view over the Ruhr area or explore the adjacent park. If you arrive by car, parking in the nearby surroundings is free. I look forward to your visit!

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Houseboat in Duisburg Mitte

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 314 reviews

The Duisburg houseboat Lore in the heart of the city

Our small 13 meter long houseboat Lore is located in the inner harbor of Duisburg, 3 minutes from the city center in one of the trendiest areas of the city: the inner harbour. The Lore has two spacious bedrooms, a roof terrace with lounge furniture, a small covered terrace, a living room with a direct view of the water, a kitchen and of course a bathroom with shower and toilet. The Lore is winter festival and can be booked 365 days a year. We have had three boats in the harbor since 2025.

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Apartment in Schalke

Beyond Living Horizon

Mit Liebe geschaffen Genieße dein Zuhause auf Zeit in dieser stilvollen 2-Zimmer-Wohnung im 10. Stock mit traumhafter Aussicht. Lasse morgens bei Kaffee auf dem Balkon den Blick über den Stadtgarten und den See schweifen oder schaue abends einen Film auf einem der beiden 65" 4K-Fernseher – hier findest du den perfekten Mix aus Komfort und Design.  Dank der großen Fensterfronten hast du sowohl vom Schlafzimmer als auch vom Wohnzimmer Zugang zum durchgehenden

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Apartment in Heisingen

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Panoramic view of Lake Baldeney

Welcome to your waterfront retreat! The stylish, light-flooded apartment inspires with a fantastic view of Lake Baldeney and the surrounding nature. The location? Perfect! Right in the recreational area and on the Ruhr Valley bike path – ideal for bike rides, walks, hikes and water sports. Optimal connection to public transport. Plus: A canoe rental and a first-class restaurant with lake views are right on the property. Pure relaxation awaits you here! ☀️

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Apartment in Schalke

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

[Themenpartment3] Himmel und Mehr Penthouse [Sky and More Penthouse]

Experience a unique view of the city and the Ruhr area in your exclusive theme apartment at over 60 meters altitude. The panoramic windows allow you to have breathtaking views of the fascinating metropolitan region. Enjoy numerous services such as Nespresso machine, set hand towel, various Tea varieties, Netflix, Disney+, paramount+, Samsung FRAME smart TV, central location (5min to downtown). Tip: book 2 nights directly and take advantage of discounts

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Home in Herdecke

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 451 reviews

Luxury loft + hot tub + designer kitchen & bathroom ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Luxury loft Herdecke TOP REVIEWS⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy a stylish ambience prepared with attention 💘 to the details, unwind like a 👑 king. Unique experience awaits you in this centrally located luxury accommodation. Whether from the whirlpool, kitchen or sleeping area, a TV is available everywhere HD TV and Netflix, Magenta, Disney, Prime and Youtube. You want to surprise someone? No problem, we'll help you make this day even more special.

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Apartment in Mülheim

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews

🌸Chez Marguerite🌸 A small apartment with heart

Hospitality is very important to us! Our cozy and personal apartment is ideal for a short or longer stay in our diverse Mülheim and the surrounding area. Very good infrastructure due to the central location in the Ruhr area. Düsseldorf Airport and the trade fair city of Essen can be reached in 15/20 minutes! The Max Planck Institute is a 5-minute walk, as is the forest and the Ruhr! There are many excursion destinations for all ages!

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Apartment in Kupferdreh

5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Experience Kupferdreh!

Welcome to your cozy and modernly furnished 55 sqm apartment in the charming district of Essen-Kupferdreh! This tastefully furnished property has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Whether for a business trip, a getaway or longer stays – this apartment combines style and an outstanding location in the heart of copper rot. The apartment is furnished and fully equipped. Linens and towels are furnished.

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Apartment in Steele - Kray

5 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Apartment 58. Good for 2

Unsere Ferienwohnung liegt im Herzen von Essen, nur wenige Gehminuten von der Ruhr entfernt. Genießen Sie die Natur mit Spaziergängen oder Radtouren entlang des Flusses oder erkunden Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt wie das UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe Zollverein, die Essener Innenstadt oder das Baldeneysee. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, Restaurants und Cafés sind ebenfalls leicht zu erreichen.

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Condo in Unterbilk

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews

Luxury Apartments - THE RED

Das Luxury Apartment - THE RED - ist sowohl von der Lage, der Ausstattung und dem Service eines der exklusivsten Apartments, das Sie aktuell in Düsseldorf buchen können. Das Apartment befindet sich weit oben im 11. Stockwerk des Win Win Towers, in dem Sie zugleich Anonymität, Ruhe und exklusiven Service genießen.

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Apartment in Werden - Kettwig - Bredeney

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews

Beautiful attic apartment in Essen on Lake Baldeney

Bright, approx. 50 square meter apartment on the second floor of a three-family house, consisting of a living-dining room, kitchen, bedroom, hallway and shower room with toilet. Fully equipped and furnished. The bed is 160 × 200 cm. In the living room there is also a sofa bed for a possible 3rd person.