🇩🇪 Witten, Germany
Ferienwohnung „Braun“
📍 Bommerfelder Ring 7, 58452 Witten-Bommern, Germany
Your stay — Ferienwohnung „Braun“
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The Property — Ferienwohnung „Braun“
Ferienwohnung „Braun“ is a straightforward, self-contained apartment in a quiet residential street a short walk from Witten’s town centre. It feels more like borrowing a friend’s well-kept flat than staying in a hotel: clean, tidy and unfussy, with a small kitchen and a proper dining table. Ideal for a solo traveller or couple who want independence, not frills — no lobby, just a door key and a key box.
Chronicles of Witten
Witten grew from a medieval farming village into a 19th-century coal and steel powerhouse, part of the Ruhr industrial belt. Its Altstadt still shows timber-framed houses from the 1600s, but the real shift came in the 1970s when the last colliery closed and the city reinvented itself around education and culture. Today it houses a university campus and a surprisingly lively arts scene, though it keeps the calm, green feel of a small town. The Ruhr river curls through the centre, and former steelworks have been turned into parks and concert halls.
Best Time to Visit
Full Witten guide →Best months
June, July, September — long, warm days without the heavy rain of August; school holidays thin out after mid-July, so June is quieter.
Peak / festival surge
August is peak for German school holidays; hotel prices in Witten can jump 20-30%. The Witten Festival (late June) brings modest crowds, but the real crush comes from day-trippers to the nearby Baldeneysee lake.
Budget shoulder season
May and September — still pleasant (15-22°C), prices drop by about 15%, and you get empty paths along the Ruhr.
Weather & packing
The Ruhr valley is prone to quick, heavy afternoon showers even in summer — always carry a lightweight waterproof. Pack layers: a T-shirt under a crewneck sweater works for most days, and bring a pair of sturdy walking shoes for the cobbles in the Altstadt.
Live City Briefing — Witten
- The Witten Hauptbahnhof renovation has finished; the station now has a new lift and better connections to Dortmund and Hagen.
- A new craft beer bar, 'Kesselhaus', opened in the converted boiler room of the old Zeche Nachtigall colliery — worth a visit for its industrial-chic interior.
- The annual 'Witten Stadtfest' is on 26-28 June 2026, which means some road closures around the Rathaus on Friday evening but a lively market square on Saturday.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ferienwohnung „Braun“, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (1st floor) for easy access and minimal stairs. Given the free on-site parking, consider a room closer to the street side to minimize walking distances to your vehicle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid upper floor rooms if you have mobility issues or prefer not to climb stairs, as the building has no lift.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address does not offer any notable views or specific view options.
Quietest floors
Ground floor (1st floor) is likely the quietest due to no lift noise and easier access.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some street noise on upper floors and potential noise from the service entrance. The hotel's location in a residential area means some background noise from nearby homes is possible.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the free on-site parking and park your car close to the hotel to minimize walking distances. Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure you can secure a ground floor room if mobility is a concern.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ferienwohnung „Braun“
Free Wi-Fi, standard 50 Mbps download, no login required
No lift; the building has two floors accessible only by stairs
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand
Check-in 15:00-20:00; early bag drop available by arrangement; late check-out fee €20 until 12:00
Free luggage storage in a locked room after check-out
Step-free access to ground floor apartment only; upper floor accessible via stairs; no wheelchair-adapted bathroom
Free on-site unassigned parking for one car; nearest public car park is P+R Witten-Annen (€5/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, payable on arrival
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit; a €100 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Evangelische Kirche Witten-Stockum (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: St. Maximilian Kolbe (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Kapelle (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Neuapostolische Kirche (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gärten für die Gemeinschaft — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Bolzplatz — 905 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse Stockum — 965 m · ~12 min walk
Westfalen Apotheke — 999 m · ~12 min walk
Witten Annen-Nord — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs inside the city centre or at Witten Hauptbahnhof for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at nearby Dortmund Airport or major train stations — they give poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most supermarkets, chain stores, and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) widespread; smaller bakeries, kiosks, and some cafés may be cash-only.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; tell the server the total including tip when paying. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, €1-2 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a café counter (Stehkaffee) for a regular filter coffee or espresso: around €2.00–€2.50.
A Döner kebab or pizza slice from a takeaway bakery or kiosk: about €4.00–€5.50.
A main course at a standard German Gaststätte or pizza place: €9–€13.
Döner shops and Asian takeaway stands along the pedestrian zone (Husemannstraße and around Rathaus) offer budget meals for under €6.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are the common budget supermarket chains in this area of Witten.
C&A, H&M, and TK Maxx in the city centre; also occasional markdown stalls on the main shopping street (Husemannstraße).
A single day ticket for all local bus/tram within the VRR network (zone A) costs about €6.50; from Dortmund Airport take bus 490 to Witten Hbf (€4.00 single, no day pass needed).
Buy a day ticket for unlimited travel within town instead of singles; shop for lunch from a bakery (Bäckerei) for cheap bread rolls and drinks; fill a water bottle at public fountains rather than buying plastic bottles.
Good to know — Witten
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Emergency Contacts
WittenFor non-urgent police matters in Witten, call 02302 209-0. The European emergency number 112 works for ambulance and fire across Germany. For medical on-call service outside hours, dial 116117.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Witten, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ferienwohnung „Braun“
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse Stockum — 965 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Westfalen Apotheke — 999 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Ferienwohnung Höpfner, Witten
💡 Pre-book with a Witten-based company like Taxi Witten GmbH to avoid airport surcharges. Flat rates to Höpfner should be around €100–120.
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Witten Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a SchönerTagTicket NRW if you're travelling beyond Witten the same day. The S-Bahn S5 from Dortmund also runs directly but takes 10 mins longer.
Witten Hauptbahnhof → Höpfner area (stop: Herbeder Straße)
💡 Alight at 'Herbeder Straße' then walk 300m north. The Höpfner flat is the beige house with a green gate – no street number, but locals know it as 'Höpfner'. Save €2 by buying a single ticket from the driver, exact change needed.
Witten Hauptbahnhof → Witten-Annen (change to bus 372 at Annen Markt)
💡 Only useful if you're near Annen. The tram doesn't go to Höpfner directly – you'll need the bus transfer. Not worth it for just getting to the flat, but handy for Ruhr area day trips from Witten Hbf.
Witten Hauptbahnhof → Witten Heven Dorf (change to bus 371 or walk 15 min)
💡 If you’re light on luggage, tram 310 to Heven Dorf is faster than bus 371. From there it’s a pleasant 15-minute walk along the Ruhr riverbank to the apartment.
Witten Hauptbahnhof → Ferienwohnung Memories Lempicka (Höfeweg stop)
💡 Bus 371 is the only direct route; alight at 'Höfeweg' instead of 'Witten-Heven' for a shorter walk.
Dortmund Airport (DTM) → Ferienwohnung Memories Lempicka
💡 Book 30 minutes ahead by phone (+49 2302 12345) for a fixed rate and avoid airport surcharge.
Dortmund Airport (DTM) → Witten Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy the single ticket via DB Navigator app before boarding to avoid €2 surcharge on board. Change at Dortmund Hbf.
About Witten
Wikipedia ↗
Witten (German pronunciation: [ˈvɪtn̩] ) is a city with almost 100,000 inhabitants in the Ennepe-Ruhr-Kreis (district) in North Rhine-Westphalia, in western Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
Request a room on the ground floor (1st floor) for easy access and minimal stairs. Given the free on-site parking, consider a room closer to the street side to minimize walking distances to your vehicle.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
Avoid upper floor rooms if you have mobility issues or prefer not to climb stairs, as the building has no lift.
Is Ferienwohnung „Braun“ noisy?
Be prepared for some street noise on upper floors and potential noise from the service entrance. The hotel's location in a residential area means some background noise from nearby homes is possible.
Which rooms have the best views at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
Unfortunately, the address does not offer any notable views or specific view options.
What are insider tips for staying at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
Take advantage of the free on-site parking and park your car close to the hotel to minimize walking distances. Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure you can secure a ground floor room if mobility is a concern.
What time is check-in at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
Check-in at Ferienwohnung „Braun“ is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ferienwohnung „Braun“ have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi, standard 50 Mbps download, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
€2.50 per person per night, payable on arrival
Where can I eat cheaply near Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
A Döner kebab or pizza slice from a takeaway bakery or kiosk: about €4.00–€5.50.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ferienwohnung „Braun“?
A single day ticket for all local bus/tram within the VRR network (zone A) costs about €6.50; from Dortmund Airport take bus 490 to Witten Hbf (€4.00 single, no day pass needed).
When is the best time to visit Witten?
June, July, September — long, warm days without the heavy rain of August; school holidays thin out after mid-July, so June is quieter.
Top Attractions in Witten
💡 Visit on a Wednesday afternoon when it's quiet. The top floor has a model of old Witten – compare with the real view from the window.
💡 It's compact—allow 30 minutes. Go on the first Sunday of the month for a guided tour in German. The bastion itself has thick walls that stay cool in summer.
💡 Bring binoculars: herons, kingfishers, and cormorants feed along this stretch. The path connects to a longer 'Ruhrsteig' hiking trail if you want more distance.
💡 If the train isn't running, follow the 'Bergbaurundweg' mining trail markers for a 2-hour loop past old mine entrances and the historic Zeche Nachtigall.
💡 The café serves proper German cake – try the Streuselkuchen. Also check the noticeboard for free community events.
💡 Look for the 'Witten Bread Bench' sculptures on the square—local artists' painted benches shaped like baguettes and pretzels. Great for photos without crowds.
💡 Bring binoculars – you might spot kingfishers or grey herons. The meadow is flood-prone after heavy rain; check weather before visiting.
💡 Start at the Nachtigall pit car park. The whole loop takes about 3 hours; wear sturdy shoes as the path can get muddy after rain.