Hilden: Home of 3M
Hilden, Germany is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia renowned as an industrial town. It is home to the headquarters of 2 giant companies, 3M and Qiagen. An old-fashioned tram existed in the city until the 1960s.
Best Time to Visit
The perfect time to visit Hilden is during the months of May through September, for the best weather. Peak tourist season is usually during the months of April, May, and August. Tourists are least likely to visit in December, making it the perfect time to visit and book Hilden DE hotels. One of the most anticipated events in the city is Hildener Jazztage, which is held every June. It is a jazz music festival that runs for six days.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Phantasialand in Bruhl is one of the most popular attractions nearby. A theme park that opened in 1967, it features several themed areas. These include Berlin, China Town, Deep in Africa, Fantasy/Wuze Town, Mexico, and Mystery/Klugheim. Roller coasters include Black Mamba, Colorado Adventure, Crazy Bats, Raik, Taron, and Winja’s Fear and Force. Water attractions include Chiapas, River Quest, Wakobato, and Wozl’s Wassertreter. Another interesting site to visit in the area is Eifel National Park. Founded in 2004, is the first national park in the state. It provides regular guided tours for free. Every week, there are at least eight different guided tours to choose from. There are also seasonal events with trained forest guides. Ranger-led boat trips are available as well. Forstbacher Hof provides exceptional comfort and convenience with its strategic location. Hotel Weidenhof offers compelling packages suitable for any budget.