• Ferris

    Ferris

    The Essen Light Weeks create a magical atmosphere through the center of the unofficial capital of the Ruhr Metropolis. Many motifs bring light into the darkest period of winter. Generally presenting a multi-faceted picture of a particular partner country under the motto of “Europe in Essen”, each year a different European nation is chosen. Combined…

  • Fassade

    Fassade

    The “Limbecker Platz” in Essen puts an exclamation point on architecture and urban planning. The idea behind the facade design is to create the impression of a party dress that makes a broad sweep around the woman wearing it. One of the striking features of the facade, which was designed by Munich’s star architect Professor…

  • Lightplay

    Lightplay

    The Essen Light Weeks is a winter festival held in the unofficial capital of the Ruhr Metropolis. The festival features light displays and motifs that brighten up the streets and create a magical atmosphere. Each year, a different European nation is highlighted under the theme of “Europe in Essen”. The festival also coincides with a…

  • Autumn

    Autumn

    “I hope I can be the autumn leaf, who looked at the sky and lived. And when it was time to leave, gracefully it knew life was a gift.” – Dodinsky Wow, that quote by Dodinsky is truly inspiring! It’s a beautiful reminder to live our lives with grace and appreciate each and every moment.…

  • Fisheyes

    Fisheyes

    The “Limbecker Platz” in Essen has remarkable architecture with a facade that resembles a sweeping party dress designed by Munich’s star architect Professor Gunter Henn. The most striking feature of the facade is the “sequin arches” that make the building stand out during the day and at night.