🇩🇪 Bochum, Germany

Glück Auf!

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La proprietà — Glück Auf!

Glück Auf! is a no-frills, family-run hotel in the heart of Bochum, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The lobby's rustic-chic decor, complete with wooden beams and vintage mining equipment, pays homage to the city's industrial heritage. As you step inside, you'll feel a sense of laid-back, small-town Germany. This is a great choice for budget-conscious travellers who value comfort and convenience, and those interested in exploring the local culture and history.

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Cronache di Bochum

Bochum was founded in 1041 as a small settlement along the River Emscher, and its industrial heritage dates back to the 19th century when coal mining became a major industry. The city's architecture reflects this history, with many half-timbered houses and brutalist buildings from the post-war era. Today, Bochum is a vibrant, multicultural city with a thriving arts scene. The city's Zeche Zollverein, a former coal mine turned cultural complex, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit attraction.

Il momento migliore per visitare

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I migliori mesi

June and July are ideal months to visit Bochum, with warm weather (average highs of 22°C/72°F) and manageable crowds. August can also be pleasant, but it's a peak month for festivals and events.

Peak / Festival Surge

August is the peak month, as it's the height of the summer festival season, with the Bochum Total festival, a major music and arts event, taking place in late August. Hotel prices tend to be higher during this time, and popular attractions may be busier.

Stagione di spalla

April and May are great shoulder months, with mild weather (average highs of 18°C/64°F) and fewer crowds. You can find discounts on hotel rooms and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.

Meteo e imballaggio

Bochum's climate is influenced by its proximity to the Ruhr Valley, resulting in sudden rain showers. Pack layers for your visit, including a waterproof jacket to ensure you're prepared for the unpredictable weather.

Briefing della città — Bochum

  • The new Bochum Hauptbahnhof (main train station) has recently undergone renovations, improving accessibility and connectivity to the city centre. The nearby Emscher Park, a 2.5-hectare green space, has been revitalized with new walking trails and public art installations. The Bochum Philharmonic Orchestra has a new concert hall, the Konzerthaus, which hosts a variety of classical music performances throughout the year.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Glück Auf!, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's address on a main street may experience street noise. Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on lower floors, as the Glück Auf! hotel has a compact layout with a single lift that may be more prone to noise disturbance.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms on the 1st floor, especially near the lift, may be noisier due to the hotel's entrance and potential street noise. Additionally, rooms facing the main street might be affected by traffic noise.

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Best views

Due to the hotel's address in Bochum, guests may not have a scenic view. However, rooms on higher floors might offer a glimpse of the city skyline.

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Quietest floors

The 3rd and 4th floors are likely the quietest, given the hotel's layout.

🔊 Noise notes

Guests at the Glück Auf! hotel may be affected by street noise, especially on lower floors and near the lift. This is a typical issue for hotels on main streets in urban areas.

Insider tips

Arrive early for check-in as the hotel has a small reception area and a compact layout. Consider requesting a room with a balcony, as it may offer a bit more space and a view of the surrounding area.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

strutture alberghiere — Glück Auf!

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Wi-Fi

Free basic tier (200 MB), paid premium tier (500 MB, €5 per day); login via email and room number

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Lift / Elevator

All floors served by modern lift; historic section stairs-only access to 2nd floor

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary PressReader digital newsstand, no physical papers

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Check-in / Check-out

15:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop available from 09:00, €20 late check-out fee

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Baggage Storage

Limited storage available at €5 per bag, per day

Accessibility

Step-free access, wheelchair ramp at main entrance; 2 wheelchair-accessible rooms

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Parking

Limited on-site parking (€15 per night), nearest public car park (Parkhaus Bochum Marktplatz, €12 per night); no EV charging

Tasse, imposte e depositi

City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax)

Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit, €100 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary vicino

  • Church: Christuskirche Linden (597 m · ~7 min walk)
  • Church: Gemeindezentrum Arche (655 m · ~8 min walk)
  • Church: Trauerhalle (807 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Church: Liebfrauen (888 m · ~11 min walk)

Stile di vita e ricreazione locale

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Museums & Galleries

IUZ Sternwarte Bochum — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk

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Kids & Family

Spielplatz Gollackerstraße — 347 m · ~4 min walk

5 minuti di radio essenziali

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 774 m · ~10 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Apotheke zwischen den Kirchen — 675 m · ~8 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Bochum-Dahlhausen — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk

Moneta e moneta

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Travellers can change money at any bank, such as Deutsche Bank or Commerzbank, in the city centre, or use an ATM to withdraw Euros with a debit/credit card. Be aware that airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless payments are widely accepted in Bochum, including by bus drivers and taxi drivers, while credit cards are also accepted in most shops and restaurants.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping in bars and restaurants is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is considered polite, while taxi drivers expect a 10% tip.

Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget

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Cheap coffee

A coffee costs around €1.50-2.50 at a local café or bakery.

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Best-value lunch

A budget-friendly lunch at a supermarket or street food stall costs around €5-7.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a budget restaurant costs around €8-12.

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Street food & cheap eats

The city's main shopping street, Markt, is a good place to find street food stalls and affordable eateries.

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Budget groceries

Edeka, Rewe, and Lidl are common budget supermarket chains in Bochum.

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Affordable clothes

The Bochum Hbf (main train station) has a few high-street shops, or try the weekend markets for second-hand shopping.

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Cheapest way around

A day ticket for public transport costs €7.20, while the cheapest way to get from the airport is by bus (€2.50).

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Money-saving tips

Buy a LVB ticket for unlimited public transport for a day or longer to save money.Eat at the many food stalls and markets in the city centre.Consider shopping at local supermarkets or markets for groceries.

Buono da sapere — Bochum

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Plugs & power

Type C/F · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Bochum
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Police
110
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Ambulance / Medical
112
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Fire Department
112

For police outside emergencies, call 110. For ambulance or fire, dial 112 (also works across EU). For non-urgent medical help, call 116117.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Kümmel Kopp Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Zur Krone Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Mr. Sicily Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Altes Höntroper Brauhaus Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Athena greek
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Alvarezki german
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Gaststätte Schlegelkrug balkan
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Haus Siebrecht international
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bochum, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Glück Auf!

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 774 m · ~10 min walkpharmacy · Apotheke zwischen den Kirchen — 675 m · ~8 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Girare intorno

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U-Bahn line U35 €0 (included in day ticket)

Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Rathaus Nord (City Max). 3 min walk.

5 min · Every 7–10 minutes · 04:30–00:30

💡 Exit at 'Rathaus Nord' and walk 200m south on Huestraße. The hotel entrance is at Huestraße 29, a yellow facade.

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Airport Express €12

Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof

50 min · every 30 minutes · 05:00–23:00

💡 Buy ticket online or at the DB machine near the platform. From the Hauptbahnhof, take tram 308 or 318 to 'Haven Hotels' stop – 10 mins ride, single ticket €2.90.

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Deutsche Bahn RE / S-Bahn €12

Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) – Airport terminal station → Bochum Hauptbahnhof (main station)

55 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 04:30 – 00:30

💡 Buy a SchönerTagTicket NRW (€27 for one person, covers unlimited local trains all day). From Bochum Hbf, take bus 336/346 or tram 302/306 to 'Wasserturm' stop – Hotel Fey is a 3-minute walk.

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Airport Shuttle Taxi (DUS to Charlottenhof) €120

Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Hotel Charlottenhof, Bochum

55 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-book with say Moia or Taxi Bochum for a fixed rate – street taxis at the airport can charge up to €150. Split the fare if you’re travelling with two or more.

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Deutsche Bahn (Regional) €15

Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof (accessible via airport SkyTrain) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof

35 min · every 30 minutes · 04:30–01:00

💡 A SchönerTagTicket NRW (€25.60) covers the entire journey including tram to hotel – perfect if arriving after 9am.

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RE 1 (Rhein-Express) €15.90

Düsseldorf Airport Station → Bochum Hauptbahnhof

45 min · Every 30 minutes · 05:00–23:00

💡 Buy a VRR ticket at the DB machine – covers onward tram. Sit in car 1 for quicker exit at Bochum Hbf.

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BOGESTRA Tram 308/318 €2.90

Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Haven Hotels

10 min · every 7–10 minutes · 05:00–00:30

💡 Buy a 4-Fahrten-Ticket (€10.70) if staying more than a day – covers four single journeys. Validate it in the machine on the tram.

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Tram 308/318 €2.90 (single ticket, VRR zone A)

Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Beckmannshof (station: Brückstraßenviertel)

8 min · Every 10–15 minutes · 05:00–00:30 (weekdays), 06:00–01:00 (weekends)

💡 Get a day ticket for €6.70 if you plan multiple trips. Tram 308 is slightly faster at peak times.

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Bus 336 €2.90 (single ticket, VRR zone A)

Bochum Hauptbahnhof (Bussteig C) → Hotel Beckmannshof (stop: Beckmannshof)

12 min · Every 20–30 minutes · 06:00–21:00 (weekdays), reduced weekends

💡 Less frequent than the tram, but drops you right by the hotel entrance. Use for late evening arrivals if trams are on reduced service.

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RE1 / RE6 Regional Express €22 (single, VRR day ticket)

Düsseldorf Airport train station (SkyTrain to terminal) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof

35 min · Every 30 minutes · 05:00–00:00

💡 Buy the VRR day ticket for €29.80; it covers the airport train and all trams/buses in Bochum for the day. Validate it at the platform machine.

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ICE/Regional Express (Düsseldorf Airport to Bochum Hbf) €25

Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Bochum Hauptbahnhof

60 min · Every 30–60 minutes · 04:00–23:30

💡 Buy a flexible ticket online (e.g., via DB Navigator app) so you can hop on any train. Avoid the hourly ICE; the cheaper RE1 or RE6 takes only 10 minutes longer and runs more often.

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Bogestra Tram Lines 302/310 (Bochum Hbf to Hotel) €3

Bochum Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Charlottenhof (stop: Schauspielhaus or Bermuda3Eck)

8 min · Every 10–15 minutes · 05:00–01:00

💡 Use the VRR app or ticket machine at the station – buy a single ‘Kurzstrecke’ (short-journey ticket) for €1.90 if you only need one stop. Exit at Schauspielhaus and it’s a flat 3-minute walk to the hotel.

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Informazioni su Bochum

Wikipedia ↗
Bochum, Germany — city travel guide

Bochum (, BOHKH-uum; US: -⁠əm; German: [ˈboːxʊm] ; Westphalian: Baukem) is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia. With a population of 372,348 (April 2023), it is the sixth-largest city (after Cologne, Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Essen and Duisburg) in North Rhine-Westphalia, the most populous German federal ...

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Population 372,348
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Region Arnsberg

Domande frequenti

What are the best rooms at Glück Auf!?

Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's address on a main street may experience street noise. Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on lower floors, as the Glück Auf! hotel has a compact layout with a single lift that may be more prone to noise disturbance.

Which rooms should I avoid at Glück Auf!?

Rooms on the 1st floor, especially near the lift, may be noisier due to the hotel's entrance and potential street noise. Additionally, rooms facing the main street might be affected by traffic noise.

Is Glück Auf! noisy?

Guests at the Glück Auf! hotel may be affected by street noise, especially on lower floors and near the lift. This is a typical issue for hotels on main streets in urban areas.

Which rooms have the best views at Glück Auf!?

Due to the hotel's address in Bochum, guests may not have a scenic view. However, rooms on higher floors might offer a glimpse of the city skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at Glück Auf!?

Arrive early for check-in as the hotel has a small reception area and a compact layout. Consider requesting a room with a balcony, as it may offer a bit more space and a view of the surrounding area.

What time is check-in at Glück Auf!?

Check-in at Glück Auf! is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Glück Auf! have Wi-Fi?

Free basic tier (200 MB), paid premium tier (500 MB, €5 per day); login via email and room number

Is there a city or tourist tax at Glück Auf!?

€2.50 per person per night (mandatory city tax)

Where can I eat cheaply near Glück Auf!?

A budget-friendly lunch at a supermarket or street food stall costs around €5-7.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Glück Auf!?

A day ticket for public transport costs €7.20, while the cheapest way to get from the airport is by bus (€2.50).

When is the best time to visit Bochum?

June and July are ideal months to visit Bochum, with warm weather (average highs of 22°C/72°F) and manageable crowds. August can also be pleasant, but it's a peak month for festivals and events.

Principali attrazioni a Bochum

Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) Free

💡 Pop inside on weekdays to see the restored Renaissance staircase. For free, pick up a self-guided walking tour map from the tourist info desk inside – it covers 10 other free sights within 15 minutes' walk.

Bochum Town Hall (Rathaus Bochum) Free

💡 The tower is not usually open, but the foyer has free exhibitions of local history. Visit just before lunch for fewer people.

Bermuda3Eck Free

💡 Visit during the afternoon when it's quieter. Grab a coffee from a cheap bakery and people-watch. Avoid the overpriced tourist bars on weekends.

Bochum Town Hall (Rathaus Bochum) Free

💡 The viewing platform is only open during weekday office hours. Go at noon to see the carillon (glockenspiel) chime from the tower.

Bochum Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) Free

💡 The building looks best in late afternoon light. Walk around the back to see the small courtyard with a fountain.

Bochum City Park (Stadtpark Bochum) Free

💡 Visit during spring for the rhododendron blooms, or bring a flask and sit by the main pond — it's quieter than the city centre.

Bochum City Park (Stadtpark Bochum) Free

💡 The café near the lake has decent coffee and cake, but if you want a proper meal, bring a picnic. The playground is small but good for kids under 10.

German Mining Museum (Deutsches Bergbau-Museum) Free

💡 Skip the paid underground tour if you're on a strict budget — the free outdoor pithead and machinery displays are just as impressive.

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