Düsseldorf Hafen, Urban district and harbor in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Düsseldorf Harbor is a district along the Rhine with modern office buildings, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The riverside is shaped by residential and commercial structures, with the eastern area functioning as a media center and the western section serving as a commercial port.
The area was long an active port and industrial site until major factories closed in the latter half of the 20th century. This led to redevelopment plans that transformed the waterfront into a modern cultural and business district.
The district draws visitors with art galleries and exhibition spaces that shape its character today. The curved Media Harbor buildings stand out as gathering places for design and media professionals who have made this area their home.
Several tram and bus lines connect the district to downtown, with stops positioned near main attractions. The paths along the Rhine are well-developed and pleasant for walking, especially on warmer days.
The district blends two entirely different uses: a working cargo port in the west with active shipping operations, and art spaces with design companies in the east. This coexistence of industry and culture gives the place its character.
Location: District 3
GPS coordinates: 51.21920,6.75778
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01
Düsseldorf offers photographers a diverse range of settings that blend centuries of history with contemporary urban design. From the pink Rococo facade of Benrath Palace and the medieval ruins of Kaiserpfalz Kaiserswerth to the bold modern structures of MedienHafen designed by internationally recognized architects, the city presents countless opportunities to capture compelling images. The contrast between old and new appears throughout Düsseldorf, whether you're photographing the historic gravestones at Alter Golzheimer Friedhof, the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, or the sleek observation deck of the Rheinturm rising 551 feet (168 meters) above the Rhine. The city's green spaces add another dimension to your photography, with the 173-acre (70-hectare) Hofgarten providing tree-lined paths and open meadows, while Nordpark showcases formal Japanese gardens and seasonal flowerbeds. Along Königsallee, a tree-lined canal creates natural reflections that complement the surrounding storefronts and architecture. Whether you're interested in architectural details, natural settings, or urban landscapes, Düsseldorf's varied locations work equally well in morning light, afternoon sun, or after dark when building illumination transforms the cityscape into a different visual experience altogether.
Rheinturm
314 m
Neuer Zollhof
334 m
Lichtzeitpegel
309 m
Rheinknie Bridge
481 m
Stadttor
472 m
Mannesmann-Haus
767 m
Landtag of North Rhine-Westphalia
408 m
Vodafone-Hochhaus
733 m
Polizeipräsidium Düsseldorf
722 m
WDR Studio Düsseldorf
298 m
Kunst im Tunnel
626 m
Villa Horion
675 m
Rheinknie
770 m
Colorium
709 m
Hafenspitze Düsseldorf
433 m
Roggendorf-Haus
574 m
Lorettostraße
821 m
SIGN!
821 m
Kaistraße 16
490 m
QOMO
302 m
The Living Bridge
480 m
Haus der Architekten
439 m
Große Mannesmann
720 m
Garagenanlage (Düsseldorf-Unterbilk)
640 m
Hubertus-Stift
598 m
Tzaphon
425 m
UCI Kinowelt Düsseldorf
799 m
Düsseldorf Office Center Kaistraße (DOCK)
813 mReviews
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