🇩🇪 Witten, Germany
Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“
📍 58456 Witten, Germany
Your stay — Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“
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The Property — Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“
This is a self-catering apartment in a quiet, leafy part of Witten, not a full-service hotel. The vibe is calm and domestic — you park on the street, let yourself in with a key code, and have a whole flat to yourself. It suits independent travellers who want a home base with a proper kitchen, not room service or a concierge. Standing in the small entrance hall, you feel like a temporary local, not a tourist.
Chronicles of Witten
Witten grew from a medieval market town on the Ruhr into a coal-and-steel hub during the 19th century. Much of its historic core, including the 13th-century town church and many half-timbered houses, was rebuilt after WWII bomb damage. Today it’s a university town (private Witten/Herdecke) with a strong environmental slant — the Ruhr river valley is a green corridor for cycling and walking. Its industrial past survives in the Annen district’s red-brick factory conversions and the Zeche Herbede mining museum.
Best Time to Visit
Full Witten guide →Best months
May to June: long, warm days with low rainfall, plus the city is quiet before school summer holidays. September also good: stable autumn weather and fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak for summer heat and school holidays. The Ruhr River opens for café terraces and boat rentals, and hotel/apartment rates can spike 20–30%. The annual Witten Jazz and Blues Festival in July draws a loyal crowd.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: temperatures still pleasant (10–18°C), accommodation often 10–15% cheaper, and you avoid the July–August crowds. October also means autumn foliage along the Ruhr.
Weather & packing
Witten sits in the rain shadow of the Sauerland hills but still gets 800mm of precipitation a year — June can bring sudden downpours. Pack a light, packable waterproof jacket and walking shoes that handle wet grass, not city-only soles.
Live City Briefing — Witten
- The A448 bypass extension near Witten-Annen remains under construction until late 2026, with overnight lane closures and occasional noise — drivers should check local diversions.
- A new riverside café and cycle rental hub opened in April 2025 at the Kemnade ferry dock, 10 minutes’ walk from the apartment, offering direct access to the Ruhr Valley Trail.
- The city’s tram line 310, which connects Witten to Bochum, is disrupted throughout summer 2026 due to track renewal works between Herbede and Witten-Bommern — expect replacement buses every 30 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request the top-floor (attic) apartment for more privacy and less foot traffic overhead, since the lift serves all three floors and it avoids any street-level distraction.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing Bruchstraße, as it's a side street but still carries local traffic noise and pedestrian activity near the parking lot entrance.
Best views
Upper-floor apartments (floor 2 or attic) likely overlook the quiet residential area or the garden, given the building's position on Bruchstraße in a residential part of Witten.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 (first floor up) and 3 (attic) are quieter — further from street level and the small parking lot behind the building.
🔊 Noise notes
The on-site parking lot (EUR 8/night) behind the building may produce some car noise, especially in the morning or evening. Bruchstraße itself is a residential road but carries occasional local traffic. No bar or lift machinery noise is mentioned, but the lift runs silently.
Insider tips
1. Park on-site for EUR 8/night in the small lot behind the building; if full, the Rathaus car park is a 5-minute walk at EUR 12. 2. If you use a wheelchair, check the 75 cm door width at the apartment entrance and request a ground-floor unit with step-free access via the side ramp.
- 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 „Kemnade“
Free Wi-Fi is included; average speed is 50 Mbps down/20 Mbps up; no login restrictions.
The building has a lift that serves all three floors of the apartment building, including the attic apartment; no steps-only sections.
There is a small reading corner on the ground floor with a selection of regional newspapers and magazines; no digital newsstand.
Standard check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00; early bag-drop is available from 13:00 by prior arrangement; late check-out until 12:00 costs EUR 25 (subject to availability).
Free of charge for early arrival or late departure at the main reception desk.
Step-free access is available via a ramp at the side entrance to the ground floor; the lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair but the apartment entrance doors are 75 cm wide, which may be tight for some wheelchairs.
On-site, unassigned parking is available in a small lot behind the building for EUR 8 per night; the nearest public car park is at Rathaus Witten (EUR 12 per night, 5-minute walk). No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 4.00 per person per night (mandatory for all guests aged 18+)
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit of the total booking amount is required within 7 days of confirmation; at check-in, a credit card hold of EUR 100 is taken for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Antonius (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Museum Bochum - Musikinstrumentensammlung Hans und Hede Grumbt & Ostasia Sammlung — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Brunnen-Apotheke — 837 m · ~10 min walk
Haus Kemnade — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots as they take a big commission.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; AmEx and Diners are rare; small vendors and some cafés prefer cash.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants; tip taxi drivers by rounding up; give hotel staff a few euros for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or espresso from a bakery or quick-service café; roughly €1.50–2.00.
A Döner kebab or a bakery sandwich (belegtes Brötchen); around €4–6.
A main course at a local Gasthaus or Italian trattoria; €8–12.
Döner stands and pizza slices are common; head to the central market square or Hauptstraße area for cheap eats.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the main budget chains in this part of Witten.
C&A and TK Maxx are typical affordable high-street options; there’s a small market on Saturdays in the city centre.
A day ticket for bus travel within Witten is about €5–6; from Düsseldorf Airport, take the RE4 or S-Bahn to Witten Hauptbahnhof (single ticket around €10).
Buy groceries from Aldi or Lidl for cheap meals; get the Deutschland-Ticket (€49/month) for unlimited local and regional travel if staying a while; eat lunch out instead of dinner for better-value menus.
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 „Kemnade“
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Brunnen-Apotheke — 837 m · ~10 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 „Kemnade“?
Request the top-floor (attic) apartment for more privacy and less foot traffic overhead, since the lift serves all three floors and it avoids any street-level distraction.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing Bruchstraße, as it's a side street but still carries local traffic noise and pedestrian activity near the parking lot entrance.
Is Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“ noisy?
The on-site parking lot (EUR 8/night) behind the building may produce some car noise, especially in the morning or evening. Bruchstraße itself is a residential road but carries occasional local traffic. No bar or lift machinery noise is mentioned, but the lift runs silently.
Which rooms have the best views at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
Upper-floor apartments (floor 2 or attic) likely overlook the quiet residential area or the garden, given the building's position on Bruchstraße in a residential part of Witten.
What are insider tips for staying at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
1. Park on-site for EUR 8/night in the small lot behind the building; if full, the Rathaus car park is a 5-minute walk at EUR 12. 2. If you use a wheelchair, check the 75 cm door width at the apartment entrance and request a ground-floor unit with step-free access via the side ramp.
What time is check-in at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
Check-in at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“ is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“ have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is included; average speed is 50 Mbps down/20 Mbps up; no login restrictions.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
EUR 4.00 per person per night (mandatory for all guests aged 18+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
A Döner kebab or a bakery sandwich (belegtes Brötchen); around €4–6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ferienwohnung „Kemnade“?
A day ticket for bus travel within Witten is about €5–6; from Düsseldorf Airport, take the RE4 or S-Bahn to Witten Hauptbahnhof (single ticket around €10).
When is the best time to visit Witten?
May to June: long, warm days with low rainfall, plus the city is quiet before school summer holidays. September also good: stable autumn weather and fewer tourists.
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.