Bochum: A Promising City With Rich History
Bochum, Germany is the sixth biggest city in Rhine-Westphalia and the 16th biggest city in the country. It dates back to as early as the 9th century. After World War II (WWII), the British occupied the city.
Best Time to Visit
For the perfect weather, tourists should visit Bochum during the months of May through September. The busiest months are July, August, and November. People are least likely to visit in December, which means hotel rates are relatively cheaper during the month. Every June since 1972, thousands of people come together at Uni-Summerfest RUBissimo. Held on the grounds of Ruhr-Universitat Bochum, the event features comedy, crafts, dance, music, stalls, among others. Meanwhile, every second weekend of August, Open Flair Festival is held. Since 1985, it has been an avenue for people to celebrate children’s programs, small art, performances, among others. It is both an open-air music festival and a celebration of culture. You can book flights to Bochum as well as Bochum, GER hotels early if you want to enjoy these festivities.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Tourists should check out Haus Kemnade, which houses various historical collections. A local history museum and a collection of musical instruments from the 16th to the 20th centuries were installed at the castle in 1961. Then, a collection of East Asian artifacts were added. Today, it also houses a satellite of the Bochum Museum, and a space for different art exhibits. Another must-see museum is Eisenbahnmuseum Bochum-Dahlhausen, the country’s largest railway museum. It has a coaling, sanding, turntable, watering that are still operational. Some of the best Bochum, Germany hotels include the iBis Bochum Zentrum, Mercure Hotel Bochum City, and the luxurious Courtyard by Marriott Bochum Stadtpark.