What to do in Recklinghausen

Activities, attractions and tours

German Ruhr area industrial culture
German Ruhr area industrial culture
Industriekultur - Förderturm der Zeche Recklinghausen bei strahlendem Sonnenschein
Tagungs und Gästehaus Alte Schule Bockholter Str. Recklinghausen
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Recklinghausen Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Recklinghausen is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Recklinghausen to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Recklinghausen Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Recklinghausen

Number of things to do
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Gelsenkirchen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: CA $15
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What to do in Recklinghausen

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Ruhrfestspielhaus

Ruhrfestspielhaus is just one of the places to see in Westviertel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a football game while in the area.

Ruhrfestspielhaus

Stadthafen

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Stadthafen during your trip to Rechklinghausen Süd?

Stadthafen

Vestisches Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Vestisches Museum during your trip to Paulusviertel. You can attend a football game while in the area.

Vestisches Museum

Ikonen-Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ikonen-Museum during your travels in Recklinghausen. You can attend a football game while in the area.

Ikonen-Museum

 

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Day trip destinations from Recklinghausen

Panoramablick Erin Park mit See und Förderturm

Castrop-Rauxel

The palace gardens in Herten are a beautiful place for architecture, landscape and wildlife photography. They are hardly an insider tip though so expect a lot of people.

Herten

The akademy of Mont Cenis

Herne

Blick auf den Dortmund-Ems-Kanal zwischen Dortmund und Datteln

Datteln

Wegweiser Oer-Erkenschwick

Oer-Erkenschwick

Frequently asked questions

Is Recklinghausen worth visiting?
Renowned for its festivals and history, discovering cool things to do in Recklinghausen is easy. Be sure to add Strandbad to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Recklinghausen?
Strandbad and LWL-Roman Museum are two excellent places to kick-start your getaway adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Recklinghausen while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Recklinghausen?
Strandbad is one of the top tourist attractions in Recklinghausen and deserves a spot on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Recklinghausen?
Book a break in Recklinghausen for three days and you'll comfortably be able to explore its most in-demand sights and experience the local vibe. For the chance to see attractions in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider visiting for a week or more.
Is Recklinghausen a walkable city?
That all depends on what you want to do and see in Recklinghausen. Several leading attractions, such as Ikonen-Museum, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through one of Recklinghausen's neighbourhoods, Grullbad is 3 kilometres away from the city centre.
What are some activities to do in Recklinghausen with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all the family, take a look at these terrific ideas for what to do in Recklinghausen with kids.

What to do in Recklinghausen for adults?
From fantastic food and cultural gems to thrilling adventures and unique experiences, there's no shortage of exciting things to do in Recklinghausen for adults.
Are there free things to do in Recklinghausen?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in Recklinghausen is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without taking your wallet out. Stadthafen is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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