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Located at the heart of the largest central European economic area and the state capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, Düsseldorf is home to one of WHU’s campus locations. Host to around 180 nationalities, Düsseldorf is a diverse and welcoming city bursting with life and culture.
WHU Campus Düsseldorf
Whether relaxing by the River Rhine or exploring the Altstadt: Düsseldorf offers plenty to see and do. Stroll on the Königsallee or in the media harbour, take a break in nature walking through one of its many parks and gardens, explore the museums, or enjoy music and art at the Opera House.
As the headquarters of many international companies, Düsseldorf goes beyond art, culture, and restaurants, and is an important location in terms of industry and economy. Well-connected to other European cities with its international airport, Düsseldorf is an ideal location for WHU students looking to further their management education.
Life in Düsseldorf – Where innovation meets culture
Characterized as a city containing a multitude of different nationalities and molded by a strong economy, Düsseldorf benefits from a strong infrastructure essential for its 600,000 residents. A unique city due to its position as state capital, economy and internationality, Düsseldorf is also rapidly gaining a reputation as a hub for culture and innovation. Rated by Forbes Magazine as one of the best cities in the world for its high quality of life, Düsseldorf attracts start-ups from around the world looking to meet investors and pitch new ideas. With Germany also benefiting from one of the lowest unemployment rates in Europe, it’s no wonder Düsseldorf is attracting some of the world’s finest minds!
For students there is a wide range of leisure activities in the areas of sports and culture:
Sports
Germany is a sporting country and a lover of the outdoors, so sports fans can find plenty to keep them occupied in Düsseldorf. With numerous sports clubs, swimming pools, and running routes, there’s no end to activities on offer. For those interested in watching sports events, the city has its own ice hockey and football teams who are always happy to welcome more fans! Furthermore, our WHU staff members and students usually participate in the annual company run (B2Run) in Düsseldorf.
Cultural activities
Like many other German cities, Düsseldorf is home to a plethora of museums, theatres, art galleries and concert halls. Visitors can enjoy walking along the Rhine embankment, visit the city hall, or even take a seat at an open-air cinema during summer. Annual events in the city include Germany’s biggest jazz festival, the diverse Open Source Festival and, as the home of over 7000 Japanese nationals, Japan Day in May.
Other activities
Aside from sports and culture, Düsseldorf also maintains its historic features with the beautiful Old Town, and is one of the greenest cities in Germany with its vast number of parks and green spaces, including the famous Japanese Garden. Shoppers can enjoy the exclusive Königsallee for its designer brand names, or relax at one of many restaurants cafes, and bars.
WHU Campus Düsseldorf – The focal point for talent development
On WHU Campus Düsseldorf we offer a top-ranked MBA Program (#1 in Germany, Financial Times 2025) in a full-time and a part-time version, and Executive Education programs, and since fall 2025 our Master in Finance Program (#1 in Germany, Financial Times 2025). The chairs and centers located in Düsseldorf provide outstanding theoretical and practical education in all programs and actively contribute to WHU’s research output. Furthermore, we also accommodate various events and conferences, providing a center of excellence and driven environment for business education that focuses on management education.
Modern, diverse and international, just like the city, the Düsseldorf campus is the perfect place to take career ambitions to the next stage. Why not take a look for yourself?
443 + ∼150
MBA students + Master in Finance students total
1,732
Participants Executive Education
9
Faculty members in Düsseldorf
653,253
Inhabitants in Düsseldorf
Where to stay in Düsseldorf – Find a suitable hotel in the city center
Close to Campus Düsseldorf is a range of hotels available, which cooperate with WHU. However, please be aware that on certain dates such as fairs, prices may rise considerably. Be sure to check the website for upcoming events.
Address: Moskauer Straße 30, Dusseldorf, 40227 Germany
Telephone: 0211-900650
Please note: 786854019 as Corporate ID
Address: Kettwiger Straße 6, 40233 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-77 05 70
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU 2025". Please indicate it when booking.
Address: Immermannstraße 54, 40210 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-3020570
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU 2025". When booking via the website, please indicate the partner code "DEWBF2A90DA".
Anschrift: Joachim-Erwin-Platz 1, 40212 Düsseldorf
Telefon: 0211-9099000
Der Buchungscode für WHU-Angehörige lautet "WHU 2025". Bitte geben Sie bei der Buchung über die Website den Partnercode "DEWBF2A90DA" an.
Address: Kölner Straße 186-188, 40227 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-7 81 18 32
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU 2025". Please indicate it when booking.
Address: Kölner Straße 186-188, 40227 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-2394860
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU 2025". Please indicate it when booking.
Address: Höherweg 90, 40233 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-900620
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU25". Please indicate it when booking.
Address: Flügelstraße 46, 40235 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-725050
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU". Please indicate it when booking.
Address: Toulouser Allee 5, 40211 Düsseldorf
Telephone: 0211-20541100
The booking code for members of the WHU community is "WHU 2025". Please indicate it when booking.
Still have questions?
Contact us at Campus Düsseldorf
WHU Campus Düsseldorf
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
Erkrather Straße 224a
40233 Düsseldorf
40233 Düsseldorf
WHU Campus Düsseldorf
How to find us:
By public transport
Tickets can be obtained either on the tram itself or at the station. One-way fare: € 1,70 short distance fare, maximum 3 stops (Kurzstrecke).
From Düsseldorf Hbf (main station) take the underground line U 75 in the direction of ‘Eller - Vennhauser Allee’. Disembark at the 2nd stop ‘Kettwiger Straße‘. Take the stairs up to the right hand side exit signposted Kettwiger Strasse and when arriving on Kettwiger Strasse, turn right. Continue (left) onto Erkrather Strasse. You can reach the Schwanenhöfe in around 5 minutes. The WHU sign ahead of you on the left hand side (on the Schwanenhöfe signpost) will help you for further directions.
Detailed information on public transportation timetables can be obtained online (also in English): www.rheinbahn.de or www.vrr.de.
Detailed information on timetables for German Rail can be obtained online (also in English): www.bahn.de.
By taxi
It is approximately a 25 minute ride (10 km) from Düsseldorf Airport DUS to WHU’s Campus Düsseldorf. One-way fare: +/- € 35. From Düsseldorf Hbf (main station) the fare is approximately € 10 one way. Please give the taxi driver the address in addition to the name “Schwanenhöfe.”
Whenever calling a taxi please ask the driver whether he accepts credit cards – not every taxi will.
Rental cars can easily be booked at Düsseldorf International Airport and at Düsseldorf Central Station via Europcar.
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