Another one of Dusseldorf's gorgeous and giant parks, this time to the south (around the University…read morecampus). Art installations are peppered around this giant park, which at points makes you feel like you were in true countryside until you come across the scary bridge over the motorway. See the Rheinturm from its highest hill

We had a very enjoyable walk through Nordpark with a partly cloudy day and a recent rain. As long…read moreas we kept to the paths, feet stayed dry and the exercise was welcome. I very much wanted to see the Japanese Garden (Japanischer Garten) and with some GPS navigating, were able to make our way to it. Because it was late November, we were pretty much the only visitors and this added to the peaceful and serene nature of this lovely sub-park. A stone walking path, reflecting pools and a cute bridge made for photo opportunities to treasure. There are interesting outdoor sculptures throughout the park and the walks are absolutely lovely on a pretty day. If you're feeling like you need some sun and some trees and get away from the traffic and the sirens but you don't want to leave Düsseldorf, this is the spot. Five stars. [Review 16385 overall - 190 in Germany - 1892 of 2021.]

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