Say a prayer, bow your head and maybe even light a candle in Essen Cathedral. This majestic place of worship may not be open 24/7, so check ahead for times if you'd like to go inside.
You'll quickly figure out why this principal church is on the must-do list of many visitors to Stadtkern. After you've paid the entry fee, head inside and make a day of it. On the lookout for other things to keep you occupied near Essen Cathedral? Have a look at Alpincenter Bottrop, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Colosseum Theater.