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Neuss is located in the North Rhine-Westphalia State, Germany. As the largest city within the Rhein-Kreis Neuss District, Neuss is a center for economical development, as well as for culture and history. Alongside with the city of Trier, Neuss holds the title of "Germany's Oldest City", as it has celebrated 2000 years since its foundation in 1984. The population in Neuss reaches approximately 151,390 inhabitants.

Top Attractions within Neuss

The Neuss Schützenfest is the festival of the citizens and marksmen. During the last weekend of August each year, the celebration gathers a variety of visitors from all over the country and from other places, looking to participate in a true German experience. There is a parade of the marksmen, which is the center of attention for the entire audience. In addition to this, there are food and drinks stands, contests, concerts and various amusements.

The Neuss Botanical Garden is the place to be in order to enjoy nature and to have some fresh air. The outdoor areas of the gardens include some of the local varieties of flowers, small plants and trees. The greenhouse hosts a great number of cactus, orchids and bromeliads, which create an exotic and an amazing view for the visitors.

The Obertor is a symbol of the past in Neuss. Today, the massive construction is part of the local museum and it is highly representative for the construction forms of the past. It is the gate in the south of the city, which was built in c.1200. The importance of the gate is given by the fact that it is the only remaining structure of its kind from the six gates of the medieval town fortification.

The Saint Quirinus Minster is a Romanesque church built in Neuss in the 13th century. It includes a shrine with the relics of the city's patron, to whom the entire establishment is dedicated. As part of the city landmarks, one of the most representative parts of the building is the dome-shaped eastern tower. Since 2009, the minster has been ranked as a minor basilica through title.