The historic city center of Essen-Werden is a living picture of history and a meeting place for innovation in the heart of the Ruhr region. Werden magically attracts the curious with its rich history and urban creativity. The highlight is the Basilica of St. Ludgerus, whose origins date back to the year 800, when the missionary Liudger founded a Benedictine monastery here. The current form of the abbey church dates from 1256 and represents one of the last bastions of Romanesque architecture in the Rhineland.
But Werden offers much more than historical splendor. With modern boutiques, cozy cafés and a vibrant art scene, every walk becomes an experience.
Immersing yourself in becoming means becoming part of a dynamic symbiosis of yesterday and today and finding inspiration for a fascinating tomorrow.
