Flehe

Flehe is a residential neighborhood in Düsseldorf that stretches along the Rhine River, bordered by Volmerswerth, Himmelgeist, and Bilk. It is a compact area with residential buildings that define its character along the riverbank.

The area became part of Düsseldorf in 1384 and received its first documented mention in 1402, with the name deriving from the old term 'flet' meaning stream or watercourse. This early documentation shows the settlement was already established when officially recognized.

The Mater Dolerosa Church serves as a gathering place where residents come together for religious celebrations and community events. It anchors the social life of the neighborhood through its regular activities and services.

The Aachner Platz tram and U-Bahn station is the main transportation hub, connecting the neighborhood to other parts of the city. The Rhine riverbank is easily accessible on foot with paths running along the water.

A water treatment facility in the neighborhood processes Rhine River water into drinking water for residents. This essential infrastructure operates quietly in the background, providing a vital service that often goes unnoticed.