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© Greg
© Greg
© Greg

From cosmopolitan Bonn and Dusseldorf to more industrial Essen and Dortmund, local communities have been enriched by waves of immigration in recent decades. Ethnic diversity has arisen through newcomers from the Mediterranean and Middle East, Eastern Europe and the EU, Asia, South America and Africa, each bringing their own flavours, cultures, beliefs and religions.

Many places in the Ruhr region boast a strong Turkish population whilst Düsseldorf is home to the largest Japanese community in mainland Europe. Considering the vast range of nationalities in the area, society here is generally safe and peaceful.

Magic Places

For the first time, an exhibition is showing the wonders of nature and culture together as equally significant creations of our planet. “Magic Places” points to the unique monuments in which the history of our Earth comes to life in all its wonderful variety.

International School Ruhr

Growing steadily, the International School Ruhr (IS Ruhr) is ideally situated to serve expatriate families in the whole of the Ruhr region. It offers an exciting new environment for educating young international children from countries across the globe.

Cycling

Riding a bike in Dusseldorf is safe, motorists are considerate and good cycle paths, recognisable by their typical red colour, can be found in most parts of the city. So hop on a bike and discover.

 

Magic Places

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© Wolfgang Volz

For the first time, an exhibition is showing the wonders of nature and culture together as equally significant creations of our planet. “Magic Places” points to the unique monuments in which the history of our Earth comes to life in all its wonderful variety.

More...

International School Ruhr

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© IS Ruhr

Growing steadily, the International School Ruhr (IS Ruhr) is ideally situated to serve expatriate families in the whole of the Ruhr region. It offers an exciting new environment for educating young international children from countries across the globe.

More...

Cycling

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© Greg

Riding a bike in Dusseldorf is safe, motorists are considerate and good cycle paths, recognisable by their typical red colour, can be found in most parts of the city. So hop on a bike and discover.

More...