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About Dortmund

Dortmund is the largest city in the German state of Westphalia. It’s the epicenter of the German coal and steel industries and also has a long history of brewing classic German beer. Like many cities in the country, Dortmund has a plethora of wide-open spaces and gorgeous public parks, making it a lovely city to take a stroll and enjoy the outdoors. 

Aside from steel, coal, and beer, Dortmund is also known for its successful football (soccer, if you’re American) team, Borussia Dortmund. The team was founded way back in 1909 and is one of the most formidable teams in all of Europe with the continent’s biggest stadium, Signal Iduna Park (also known as Westfalenstadion). So, catching a game is a must, even if you’re not necessarily a sports fan.

The city also has countless museums exploring the area’s interesting past, present, and future. With museums on football, gaming, modern workplaces, breweries, and, of course, modern art, Dortmund won’t leave you wanting more.

If you’re in Dortmund over the December holidays, be sure to check out their gorgeous Christmas Markets, a tradition that’s strong all across Europe. But, even if you miss the festive season, Alter Markt is a nice alternative.

Eat, drink, and shop in Dortmund or you might spend some time at the Dortmund Zoo, especially if you’ve got kids in tow. So, grab some German beer and start exploring! 

Things to do in Dortmund

Berlin isn’t the only city in Germany worth a visit. There’s a lot to explore in Dortmund, from its various museums to their unique landmarks, you can spend a few hours or a few days in the area without running out of things to do. Here are some of the top spots in Dortmund:

• Watch the Dortmund soccer team Borussia Dortmund at the 81,359-seat Signal Iduna Park stadium

• If you love a good museum, check out the German Football Museum all about soccer, Museum Ostwall featuring modern art, Museum fur Kunst und Kulturgeschichte (Museum of Art and Cultural History), the DASA which is all about the world of work, the Brauerei-Museum Dortmund on the tradition of Dortmund’s breweries, or the Binarium on the progression of the gaming industry

• Get outdoors and enjoy the glorious green spaces of Westfalenpark or Botanischer Garten (Botanical Gardens) Rombergpark

• See Dortmund from above at the observation deck of the Florianturm television tower

• Catch a glimpse of the landmark “U” atop the former Dortmunder Union Brauerei (brewery) and embrace the beauty of St. Reinold’s Church

• Make like a local and explore Alter Markt or, if you’re around during the holidays, the Christmas Markets are a must

• Shop ‘til you drop at Westenhellweg

• Spend an afternoon at the Dortmund Zoo

• History buffs might enjoy stopping by Steinwache or, further out, the ruins of the medieval castle Hohensyburg

• Dine on a Dortmund delicacy called Salzkuchen, a bagel-like bread roll filled with seasoned raw ground pork and onions known as “Mit Mett”

• Down some local beer called Stobchen

Transit options in Dortmund

• Dortmund Airport

• European Motorway Network

• Canal Harbor

• Train

• Public Transportation

• Multi-level and underground parking lots

Luggage Storage in Dortmund

Upon your arrival in Dortmund, you might have a few hours to spare before your afternoon hotel check-in. Or, if you’re not catching a train until later that evening but you’ve already checked out of your Airbnb, you may need a place to put all your stuff.

Bounce partners with local businesses to provide convenient luggage storage near Dortmund. For an affordable flat, daily fee, you’ll be able to securely store your luggage and fully enjoy the city. After all, you won’t want to be exploring a brewery with a bunch of suitcases, do you?

Activities and attractions in Dortmund

Once you’ve stored your luggage with Bounce, you’re ready to take Dortmund by storm. You’ll most likely be doing quite a bit of walking so you’ll be glad to have somewhere to put all your stuff.

• Soccer: Start by attending a soccer (er - football) match at Signal Iduna Park where the incredible Borussia Dortmund team dominates the European league. Even if you’re not the biggest sports fan, it’s an incredible experience to watch a game at this massive stadium with deep roots in the city. If there aren’t any games scheduled during your stay, you can still get your football fix at the German Football Museum; learn all about the history of the team and the sport in Germany.

• Museums: Other museums in Dortmund include Museum Ostwall which features modern art, the Museum fur Kunst und Kulturgeschichte which is the Museum of Art and Cultural History, the DASA which is all about the world of work, the Brauerei-Museum Dortmund on the tradition of Dortmund’s breweries, or the Binarium on the gaming industry.

• Breweries: Apart from football and its coal and steel industries, Dortmund is also known for its breweries. Be sure to taste the local Stobchen beer and take a selfie with the iconic “U” atop the former Dortmunder Union Brewery.

• Parks: Get outdoors and take a stroll through Westfalenpark or the Botanischer Garten (Botanical Gardens) Rombergpark. Kids in tow? Bring them to the Dortmund Zoo for a day among the animals.