Castrop-Ruaxel: The Former Mining City
Castrop-Ruaxel is a city in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia located in northwestern Germany. It is a former mining city in the eastern part, famous for historic buildings, including the moated castle of Bladenhorst and Goldschmieding house. To get to the beautiful city, tourists must fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO), located near Greven.
Best Time to Visit
There are plenty of activities and events all-year across the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The ideal weather for visitors to visit is from May to September. Visitors who want to participate in one of the events called Der Dennis held during March should book ahead of time. Visitors are unlikely to visit Castrop-Ruaxel during December, making this month the least expensive.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Castrop-Ruaxel offers a lot of family-friendly activities. One of the best places to visit is the Bodelschwingh Castle. The Renaissance style water castle was built during the 16th and 17th centuries. Another top attraction is the Casino Hohensyburg. It is one of Germany’s most beautiful casinos with glamorous shows, parties and events.
There are plenty of choices when it comes to booking Castrop-Rauxel hotels on the island. The Vienna House Easy Castrop-Rauxel, is one of the best hotels in town and it features the beating pulse of Germany's industrial heartlands. Another good option is the Hotel Daun, offering a romantic environment alongside many helpful amenities and a tourist spot within a mile away from the hotel.