travel42 Port Guide: Duesseldorf

travel42 Professional Cruise Port of Call Review

Duesseldorf, Germany, is a handsome, modern city 25 mi/40 km northwest of Cologne along the Rhine River.

The dynamic state capital of North Rhine–Westphalia is the eternal rival of Cologne, but Duesseldorf holds its own as one of Germany's fashion capitals—several major fashion trade shows are hosted there—and an important center for financing.

Duesseldorf is one of Germany's richest cities. Most of its historic buildings were destroyed in World War II, but the old riverside quarter has be...