Dortmund

the heart of the Ruhr

Dortmund is a city to be experienced, not just visited. A destination where tradition and modernity come together in a truly unique way. Renowned for its vibrant football culture, impressive industrial heritage and green urban spaces, Dortmund offers unforgettable experiences for visitors from around the world. A city break to Dortmund by train is both convenient and easy to book.

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Highlights

Signal Iduna Park is not just a stadium. It is an experience, a legend, a place where football is truly lived. With more than 80,000 seats, it is Germany’s largest stadium – and famous for an atmosphere that moves even those who normally have little to do with football. The South Stand, affectionately called the «Yellow Wall», is a monument to passion. 25,000 fans, one single voice, a sea of black and yellow.
Westfalenpark is one of the largest and most beautiful urban parks in Europe. Its wide meadows, colourful flower fields, quiet lakes and winding paths make it a place where you instantly breathe more freely. Here, Dortmund reveals its gentle, green side – surprisingly idyllic, surprisingly spacious.
The Dortmunder U is more than a museum. It is a symbol of the Ruhr region’s transformation – from an industrial powerhouse to a centre of culture. Where beer was once brewed, you now find art, media and urban creativity. The iconic «U» on the roof shines far beyond the city and welcomes visitors from a distance.
Several direct ICE trains run from Basel to Dortmund every day. Comfortable travel through beautiful landscapes. Depending on your departure point, the journey takes between five and six hours.

Insider Tips

Kaiserstrassenviertel

The Kaiserstrasse Quarter is one of Dortmund’s most beautiful and stylish districts. Wide boulevards, magnificent Wilhelminian‑era façades, and lovingly restored historic buildings give the neighborhood an atmosphere you wouldn’t expect to find in the Ruhr region. Here, urban elegance meets creative city life — calm, charming, and full of character.

Dortmund Harbour

The Port of Dortmund is one of the largest canal ports in Europe — and a place where you can truly feel the spirit of the Ruhr region. Between historic warehouses, modern port facilities, and creative cultural hotspots, a unique blend of industrial charm and urban vibrancy unfolds, instantly captivating visitors.