Philharmonie Essen

Huyssenallee 53, 45128 Essen
Sightseeing diverse Theater/Variety Concert Hall/Opera Event location

The traditional venue Saalbau recently received a new concert hall and is now home to the Essen Philharmonic Orchestra. Thanks to the high-calibre programme featuring world class orchestras and artists combined with the latest technology and unbelievable acoustics, the Philharmonie Essen ranks among the best in Europe.

Philharmonie Essen: A cultural hotspot in the heart of the Ruhr region! In the historic hall building from 1904, tradition and modernity merge to create a first-class sound experience. The Philharmonie impresses with its excellent acoustics, which were brought up to the latest state of the art following a comprehensive renovation in 2004.

The impressive Alfried Krupp Hall offers space for 1,906 visitors and guarantees unforgettable concert experiences, while the RWE Pavilion with 350 seats also provides an intimate atmosphere for fine nuances of sound. Immerse yourself in a lively program that offers everything from classical music to jazz, making the heart of every culture enthusiast beat faster.

A visit to the Philharmonie Essen is more than just a concert, it is an immersion in a world full of sounds and emotions, perfect for spontaneous discoveries or planned outings with friends. Discover the diversity of music in a vibrant region and be inspired by the architectural and sonic masterpieces! Experience the extraordinary synergy of artists and audience in the heart of the Ruhr region.

Come to the Philharmonie Essen and let yourself be enchanted by a unique melody - ideal for spontaneous evening adventures or planned cultural excursions. This attraction is a must for every cultural explorer and sound lover in the heart of the Ruhr region!

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BY CAR
If you are arriving by car, follow the signs to "Essen-Zentrum" and then the signs to "Philharmonie".

Parking spaces Philharmonie
You will find parking spaces directly in front of the Philharmonie in the underground car parks Saalbau and Philharmonie on Huyssenallee. You can park there at the concert rate of € 3,50. To save time, we recommend paying in advance at the ticket machines. The concert tariff starts two hours before the respective concert and usually ends five hours after the concert has started (the concert tariff does not apply to congresses, conferences and non-public concert events).

Destination addresses for the navigation system
Underground car park Saalbau: Huyssenallee 53, 45128 Essen
Underground car park Philharmonie: Huyssenallee 17, 45128 Essen

PARKING SPACES FOR THE DISABLED
Follow the signs to the underground car park Saalbau or to the "Hotel Sheraton". However, do not drive into the underground car park, but turn left immediately after the entrance ramp to the level parking area for the disabled. The parking spaces are approx. 100 m from the Huyssenallee entrance. At the Stadtgarten entrance, we grant elderly and disabled guests the right of way to exit/enter. The car can then be parked by the accompanying person in the adjacent underground car park Philharmonie.
BY BUS AND TRAIN
The Philharmonie is just a few minutes' walk from Essen Central Station. You can also take the bus or train to the "Philharmonie" or "Aalto-Theater" stations. On the day of the event, your subscription card or admission ticket is valid as a ticket on all buses and trains of the Rhine-Ruhr transport system for a return journey to and from the venue. Tickets are only valid as travel tickets if they were purchased at the TUP ticket agencies. Visitors who use external ticket agencies unfortunately have to do without the advantage of the combined ticket.

You can find timetable information, service offers and the latest news on the website of the Rhine-Ruhr Transport Association www.vrr.de or at www.ruhrbahn.de.

Expeditive (EPE)

Varies depending on the event

Author

EMG - Essen Marketing GmbH
Kennedyplatz 5
45127 Essen

Organisation

EMG - Essen Marketing GmbH

Lizenz (Stammdaten)
EMG - Essen Marketing GmbH

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Last changed on 23.04.2025

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