WDR Düsseldorf (transmission of personal data required)

LocationWDR-Funkhaus Düsseldorf
Stromstraße 24, 40221 Düsseldorf
Coordinates51.216888°N, 6.759616°E
Station / Bus stopD-Rheinturm
Dates/Times

Thur  23.10.   13:00-14:00 o'clock (60 Minutes)
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Fri  24.10.   13:00-14:00 o'clock (60 Minutes)
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From IBD Hotel70 Minutes
Number of seats25
WheelchairThis event is accessible by wheelchair
ImportantSee notes below
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Von © Raimond Spekking / CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)


Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of German public media during this exclusive 60-minute visit to the iconic WDR Funkhaus in Düsseldorf, a cornerstone of the nation's media landscape.

Get a rare glimpse into the heart of one of Germany's largest public broadcasting institutions, discovering the inner workings of a bustling media hub, from state-of-the-art studios to the intricate processes behind diverse radio and television programs. This guided experience offers valuable insights into Germany's unique public service broadcasting system.

Unlike purely commercial models, organizations like WDR (Westdeutscher Rundfunk) are mandated to provide comprehensive and unbiased information, culture, and entertainment, funded through a license fee ensuring media independence and a diverse range of content that significantly contributes to Germany's democratic discourse and cultural identity.

During your visit to WDR Funkhaus Düsseldorf, you'll witness firsthand the energy and professionalism involved in creating content that reaches millions. Explore the facilities, understand production workflows, and learn about WDR's crucial role within the broader German media ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity for international guests interested in media, culture, and the fundamental principles shaping German public discourse.

Notes

Please let us know if you are in need for assistance, come with a stroller or so on. We would kindly inform WDR about the number of people in need for assistance. They want to make sure to care for all visitors’ special needs.

Important notes

The WDR requires a list of participants with first and last name. If you book this event, you agree that we pass this data on to WDR.

You accept that this ticket is non-transferable as of October 1st since we then pass on the personal information - and everybody must book it individually due to the need to send your personal data.

Directions (from IBD Hotel)

Travel time is about 70 minutes ... including some waiting time for the trains you will take since being late is no option.
  • Take the foot bridge in front of Maritim Hotel towards the airport terminal C
  • Head for the local transport train station in the basement of terminal C "Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal (S)"
  • Take the local train S1 or S11 to Düsseldorf central station "Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof" (5 stops)
  • Take the tram 709 in the direction "Neus Theodor-Heuss-Platz"
  • Leave the tram at the station "Stadttor" (6 stops)
  • After getting off go back some 30 meters and turn left onto "Fürstenwall"
  • After 100 meters cross "Moselstraße" and go straight ahead towards the big tower
  • After another 120 meters turn left in front of the parking slots onto "Stromstraße"
  • The destination is the building on the right-hand side after some 80 meters

Directions (from Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof)

Travel time is approx. 20 minutes
  • The directions above pass by "Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof"
  • So, proceed from there as detailed above

See Directions and Times for general information on directions.

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