10 REASONS. Welcome, dear guests! We'll take a moment to open our hearts and whet your appetite for Leverkusen. We do so full of passion and love. We believe that the 10 reasons that we, the city marketing team, have selected here are exemplary for our city and its people and can certainly be extended and complemented by biographies and stories that you can find...

Event calendar (German) What is going on in Leverkusen? The City offers you a lot of first class experiences: event highlights, top class sports, entertainment and lots of culture. Leverkusen awaits you!

THE SPORTS CITY. The city's economy and sports scene have developed hand in hand. Thanks to Bayer AG, Leverkusen has developed into an exceptional sporting location. This is where top-class sport is at home in every respect, far beyond the electrifying Werkself. Sport in and from Leverkusen is a first-class brand name, both nationally and internationally, and has been for many decades. An above-average number...

STRONGLY CONTEMPORARY. Leverkusen, founded in 1930, is a young city and has a keen appetite for contemporary culture. That’s why it may not be a coincidence that the choice of genre for the anniversary festival in 1980 fell on the sound of the 20th century, jazz. The Leverkusen Jazz Days have been taking place ever since, and the grandees and stars not only of jazz...

THERE FOR YOU. All information on the city council and all contacts to the Leverkusen city administration can always be found at www.leverkusen.de. The head of the Leverkusen city administration is the incumbent Mayor Uwe Richrath, who was elected Mayor of the City of Leverkusen on 13 September 2015 and re-elected for another term on 27 September 2020.

LEVERKUSEN - IN THE HEART OF THE RHINELAND. Leverkusen lies in a very prominent position: In the midst of the economically strong and densely populated Rhine region between the metropolises of Cologne and Düsseldorf. The infrastructure could not be better, with two international airports, access to three motorways, fast rail connections and one of the world's busiest waterways. Around 17 million people live and work...

THE SPORTS CITY. The city's economy and sports scene have developed hand in hand. Thanks to Bayer AG, Leverkusen has developed into an exceptional sporting location. This is where top-class sport is at home in every respect, far beyond the electrifying Werkself. Sport in and from Leverkusen is a first-class brand name, both nationally and internationally, and has been for many decades. An above-average number...

STRONGLY CONTEMPORARY. Leverkusen, founded in 1930, is a young city and has a keen appetite for contemporary culture. That’s why it may not be a coincidence that the choice of genre for the anniversary festival in 1980 fell on the sound of the 20th century, jazz. The Leverkusen Jazz Days have been taking place ever since, and the grandees and stars not only of jazz...

GASTRO. ALL YOUR CULINARY DESIRES! Breakfast, street food, lunch, dinner, cafés, pubs, restaurants... Traditional or crossover, elegant or casual. We have compiled recommendations for you here. Be comfortable, eat your fill or savour your meal in a relaxed atmosphere. Leverkusen's culinary scene really has a lot to offer. Your Lust-auf-Leverkusen Team Photo: © Petra Leuchtenberg

PUBS & CLUBS. When night falls, you'll find a colourful and lively pub scene in Leverkusen. Opladen and its Neustadt in particular have always been a very special nightlife district anyway and have at times boasted the highest "pub density" in the whole of NRW. The Scala Club's concerts and the events at the Topos attract audiences from far and wide. Rheindorf's Saal Norhausen and...

MARKET PLACE. In addition to the city centre of Leverkusen in the Wiesdorf district and the two lively "neighbourhood centres" of Opladen and Schlebusch, the other ten districts should not be forgotten. All districts of Leverkusen have a wide range of shopping facilities for daily needs close to home. We navigate you through the city's range of retail options and present selected gems without claiming...

SLEEPING WELL. Overnight stays, holidays or accommodation for longer stays in the small city on the Rhine. Many guests stay overnight in Leverkusen to visit trade fairs in the nearby metropolises of Cologne and Düsseldorf. But even those who do not want to spend their holiday amidst the hustle and bustle of the big city will find that "with us" they are in the right...

FROM THE STADIUM TO THE PALACE TO THE SALON. "Hire me!" Whether celebrations of all kinds or conferences and trade fairs: Leverkusen has a wide range of event locations to offer. Small and intimate, or would you prefer the big stage? The small city offers an amazing variety of possibilities. And even film crews like to head to our city time and again. Jim Jarmush...

LEISURE IN THE CITY. We in Leverkusen like to head out to the parks and gardens to unwind and let the kids play. For those who don't yet know this city very well, rest assured: There are many beautiful places to relax or be active without having to travel long distances. Our recommendations (German) link to the German topic overview page.

THE CITY MARKETING TEAM. Our team consists of people who are just as diverse and colourful as our city and life itself. People who love Leverkusen and have deep roots here. We want to inspire passion for Leverkusen because we ourselves are passionate about Leverkusen. Don´t hesitate to contact us, we look forward to working for and with you. Your Lust-auf-Leverkusen Team   © Tim...

Exploring the city’s green spaces - walks in and around Leverkusen. Idyllic river meadows, bright blue lakes with sandy beaches and the mighty River Rhine – Leverkusen is a wonderful place to explore on foot. The city is full of green oases of nature that are just perfect for hiking, whilst the foothills of the Bergisches Land offer even more routes right on your doorstep....

Cycling around Leverkusen - the gateway to the Bergisches Land region. Destination Leverkusen, the gateway to the Bergisches Land. An extended bike tour is one of the best ways to discover the hills and valleys of the Bergisches Land. Reservoirs, rivers and lakes cast wondrous blues between the scenic hills. Anyone who has cycled along the rippling Wupper River, far from any hustle and bustle...

CARNIVAL IN LEVERKUSEN. In the midst of the two carnival strongholds of Cologne and Düsseldorf, a lively carnival culture has developed over the last hundred years. Here, everything is a bit smaller and intimate. People know each other, they celebrate together and - they help each other. The carnival societies are not only active in the fifth season, but also shape social life in other...