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Wersten

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · Europe

About Wersten

Wersten is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Düsseldorf, 29km from Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom).

Wersten is a town located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. With a population of 27,151, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Wersten sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Wersten to your route.

About Wersten

Wersten (German pronunciation: [ˈvɛʁstn̩] ) is a quarter (Stadtteil) of Düsseldorf located in Borough 9 of the city. It is south of Eller and Oberbilk, east of Bilk, and north of Holthausen. It has an area of 4.42 km2 (1.71 sq mi), and 27,151 inhabitants (2020). It has been a part of Düsseldorf since 1909.

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Wersten offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Wersten located?

Wersten is located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 51.1846 latitude, 6.8125 longitude.

What is the population of Wersten?

Wersten has a population of approximately 27,151 people, making it a town in Germany.

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Quick Information

Population
27,151
Continent
Europe
Country
Germany
Region
North Rhine-Westphalia
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.1846, 6.8125

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Germany

Police
110
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.

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Worth the detour from Wersten

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Classic Remise Düsseldorf

A magnificent classic car centre in a restored locomotive roundhouse filled with rare vehicles, workshops, and automotive lifestyle shops.

8 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Wuppertal Schwebebahn

The world's oldest electric suspension railway glides above the Wupper River, a 1901 engineering marvel still in daily use.

25 km · about 30 min drive

cathedral

Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)

This twin-spired Gothic giant towers over the Rhine, its 533 steps rewarding climbers with a sweeping city panorama.

29 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Zollverein Coal Mine

A Bauhaus-styled colliery and UNESCO icon of the Ruhr, now a striking park of red walkways, museums and a winter ice rink.

37 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Phantasialand

Award-winning German theme park near Cologne known for incredibly detailed theming and innovative ride experiences.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Wersten

  • 64 kmDrachenfelsA dragon-legend hilltop ruin in the Siebengebirge offers Rhine panoramas that inspired Byron and generations of romantics.
  • 73 kmVaalserberg DrielandenpuntThe Netherlands' highest mainland point at 322.4 metres, where the Dutch, Belgian and German borders meet near Vaals.

Driving in Germany

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Wersten.

Düsseldorf

🇩🇪 Germany

5 km away

Düsseldorf-Pempelfort

🇩🇪 Germany

6 km away

Zons

🇩🇪 Germany

7 km awayPop. 5,180

Erkrath

🇩🇪 Germany

8 km awayPop. 47,815

Hilden

🇩🇪 Germany

8 km awayPop. 56,565

Ludenberg

🇩🇪 Germany

9 km awayPop. 7,907

Neuss

🇩🇪 Germany

9 km awayPop. 152,457

Dormagen

🇩🇪 Germany

10 km awayPop. 63,582

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