Viele Besucher im Böhler Park beim Böhler Sommer Live-Konzert

A place for innovation, culture and diversity.

Areal Böhler offers a vibrant and diverse experience: Enjoy delicious food in our restaurants, take part in exciting events like concerts and workshops, and explore activities such as table tennis, beach volleyball, surfing, yoga, and fitness. Plus, discover the wide-ranging offerings from our tenants – there’s something for everyone!

Our gastronomies

Dritan Alsela Roastery

Pizzeria La Strada

Specialty coffee at Böhler Café

Rigatoni & Riesling

Rotating Food Truck Selection

Food by Arabic Gourmet: Thursday and Friday, 12–3 pm and 6–9 pm

Drinks by FLOOUR: Thursday and Friday, 5–10 pm

Event calendar

Date

Event

Location

Link

20. Aug, 5–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

20. Aug, 6–9 p.m.

Workshop Experimental Hand Weaving

Building 03

Workshop Experimental Hand Weaving

Building 03

Tickets

21. Aug, 6–10 p.m.

Afterwork

Böhler Park

Afterwork

Böhler Park

22. Aug, 1–4 p.m.

Kids face painting

Böhler Park

Kids face painting

Böhler Park

22. Aug, 5–10 p.m.

Dancing on the Areal

Böhler Park

Dancing on the Areal

Böhler Park

23. Aug, 12–6 p.m.

Wood workshop

Building 03

Wood workshop

Building 03

Tickets

24. Aug, 1–4 p.m.

Kids face painting

Böhler Park

Kids face painting

Böhler Park

25. Aug, 3–6 p.m.

Workshop Botanical Weaving

Building 03

Workshop Botanical Weaving

Building 03

Tickets

26. Aug, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

26. Aug, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

26. Aug, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Workshop Soundbath

Building 03

Workshop Soundbath

Building 03

Tickets

27. Aug, 5–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

28. Aug, 5–6 p.m.

Workshop summer bracelet

Building 02

Workshop summer bracelet

Building 02

28. Aug, 6–10 p.m.

Afterwork

Böhler Park

Afterwork

Böhler Park

29. Aug, 8–10 p.m.

Music Garden Live Concert with Saguru

Böhler Park

Music Garden Live Concert with Saguru

Böhler Park

Tickets

30. Aug, 12–4 p.m.

Workshop Pillowcase

Building 03

Workshop Pillowcase

Building 03

Tickets

30. Aug, 5–10 p.m.

Dancing on the Areal

Böhler Park

Dancing on the Areal

Böhler Park

31. Aug, 2–10 p.m.

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

1. Sep, 3–5 p.m.

Historical factory tour

Gate

Historical factory tour

Gate

Tickets

2. Sep, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

2. Sep, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

2. Sep, 6–8 p.m.

Silent Reading

Building 02

Silent Reading

Building 02

Tickets

3. Sep, 5–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

3. Sep, 6–7 p.m.

Afterwork Run

Building 08

Afterwork Run

Building 08

4. Sep, 6–10 p.m.

Afterwork Closing

Böhler Park

Afterwork Closing

Böhler Park

5. Sep, 9–10:30 a.m.

The Yoga Room

Building 05

The Yoga Room

Building 05

5. Sep, 3–5 p.m.

Band Workshop

Building 05

Band Workshop

Building 05

5. Sep, 7–9 p.m.

Cosmic Breath

Building 05

Cosmic Breath

Building 05

6. Sep, 12–6 p.m.

re:loved – Selected Vintage Market curated by THE DORF

Passage am Wasserturm

re:loved – Selected Vintage Market curated by THE DORF

Passage am Wasserturm

7. Sep, 2–10 p.m.

RheinRiff x Venturer PRESENT Francis Mercier SOLÈY

Building 08

RheinRiff x Venturer PRESENT Francis Mercier SOLÈY

Building 08

Tickets

8. Sep, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Workshop ‘Leadership without bullshit’

Building 20

Workshop ‘Leadership without bullshit’

Building 20

8. Sep, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Modern dance & ballet for children

Building 05

Modern dance & ballet for children

Building 05

9. Sep, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

9. Sep, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

10. Sep, 5–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

11. Sep, 5–8 p.m.

Queerer DJ-Workshop

Building 03

Queerer DJ-Workshop

Building 03

Tickets

12. Sep, 5–8 p.m.

Suminagashi – Japanese paper marbling

Building 02

Suminagashi – Japanese paper marbling

Building 02

Tickets

12. Sep, 8–10 p.m.

Music Garden Live Concert with Plàsi

Secret

Music Garden Live Concert with Plàsi

Secret

Tickets

13. Sep, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Stress Release

Building 05

Stress Release

Building 05

13. Sep, 1–4 p.m.

Workshop jewellery design

Building 03

Workshop jewellery design

Building 03

Tickets

14. Sep, 12–6 p.m.

Wood workshop

Building 03

Wood workshop

Building 03

Tickets

14. Sep, 1–6 p.m.

Wax Carving Workshop

Building 08

Wax Carving Workshop

Building 08

14. Sep, 2–10 p.m.

RheinRiff x Bootshaus PRESENT Steve Aoki

Building 08

RheinRiff x Bootshaus PRESENT Steve Aoki

Building 08

Tickets

16. Sep, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

16. Sep, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

16. Sep, 3–6 p.m.

Workshop Terrazzo

Building 03

Workshop Terrazzo

Building 03

Tickets

17. Sep, 5–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

ESCAPE Afterwork

Building 08

18. Sep, 5–8 p.m.

Queerer DJ-Workshop

Building 03

Queerer DJ-Workshop

Building 03

Tickets

19. Sep, 12–3 p.m.

Patent consultation

Building 20

Patent consultation

Building 20

19. Sep, 7–9 p.m.

Cosmic Drum Dance

Building 05

Cosmic Drum Dance

Building 05

20. Sep, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

WADOKYO Taster Workshop

Building 05

WADOKYO Taster Workshop

Building 05

20. Sep, 2–10 p.m.

SOLANA Closing Party

Building 08

SOLANA Closing Party

Building 08

Tickets

20. Sep, 2 p.m. – 21. Sep, 4 p.m.

Workshop making porcelain mugs

Building 02

Workshop making porcelain mugs

Building 02

Tickets

20. Sep, 2 p.m. – 21. Sep, 6 p.m.

Kunstpunkte – open studios

Building 10

Kunstpunkte – open studios

Building 10

21. Sep, 2–8 p.m.

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

23. Sep, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

23. Sep, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

24. Sep, 6–7 p.m.

Afterwork Run

Building 08

Afterwork Run

Building 08

24. Sep, 7:30–8:45 p.m.

Workshop Soundbath

Building 03

Workshop Soundbath

Building 03

Tickets

25. Sep, 3–6 p.m.

Workshop Botanical Weaving

Building 03

Workshop Botanical Weaving

Building 03

Tickets

26. Sep, 6 p.m. – 28. Sep, 3 p.m.

Chefs in Town: BROICH x NENI Pop-up Restaurant

Halle am Wasserturm

Chefs in Town: BROICH x NENI Pop-up Restaurant

Halle am Wasserturm

26. Sep, 6 p.m. – 28. Sep, 2 p.m.

Trinity Path Module 1 – WILD ESSENCE

Building 05

Trinity Path Module 1 – WILD ESSENCE

Building 05

27. Sep, 12–4 p.m.

Workshop Scrunchie

Building 03

Workshop Scrunchie

Building 03

27. Sep, 2–10 p.m.

ESCAPE Special

Building 08

ESCAPE Special

Building 08

27. Sep, 3–10 p.m.

Chefs in Town: Pasta & Wine at Rigatoni & Riesling

Building 26

Chefs in Town: Pasta & Wine at Rigatoni & Riesling

Building 26

28. Sep, 12–5 p.m.

Open Day Martin Gahler Music School

Building 05

Open Day Martin Gahler Music School

Building 05

28. Sep, 2–8 p.m.

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

Sunday Affairs

Building 08

28. Sep, 3–9 p.m.

Chefs in Town: A final dance of flavours

Böhler Park

Chefs in Town: A final dance of flavours

Böhler Park

29. Sep, 3–6 p.m.

Still Life Painting Workshop

Building 03

Still Life Painting Workshop

Building 03

Tickets

30. Sep, 1–1:30 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

30. Sep, 1:30–2 p.m.

Back training

Building 03

Back training

Building 03

Tickets

2. Oct, 5 p.m.–12 a.m.

Octoberfest in RheinRiff

Building 08

Octoberfest in RheinRiff

Building 08

Tickets

3. Oct, 2–10 p.m.

Octoberfest in RheinRiff

Building 08

Octoberfest in RheinRiff

Building 08

Tickets

6. Oct, 3–5 p.m.

Historical factory tour

Gate

Historical factory tour

Gate

Tickets

Music garden: Live sessions, handcrafted music & a unique atmosphere

The Musikgarten transforms various locations across the site into intimate live stages, where up-and-coming artists perform in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Learn more

re:loved – Selected Vintage Market curated by THE DORF

On 6 September 2025, re:loved – Selected Vintage Market curated by THE DORF will celebrate its premiere at Areal Böhler. Look forward to hand-picked vintage fashion, design and unique finds, street food, drinks and DJ sounds – all in the urban-green setting of the Passage am Wasserturm.

Zwei Frauen mit Aperol, die eine fotografiert die andere.

Afterwork – every thursday from 6pm

Starting on 3 July until 4 September, Thursday evenings invite you to relax and wind down at the end of the week. From 6 pm, Afterwork brings electronic music to Böhler Park – curated by local collectives such as GetOverIt and Broken DJ. Cool drinks and delicious street food are also available. An event for anyone who wants to enjoy their evening in green surroundings, but with an urban vibe.

VAW – Vitrine am Wasserturm

A newly founded exhibition space at Areal Böhler. Starting in April 2025, it will host quarterly exhibitions showcasing contemporary art.

Learn more

Upcoming fairs

Event

Date

Link

Accounting Summit

3. Sep – 4. Sep

Website

Career Day

16. Sep,

Website

all about automation

17. Sep – 18. Sep

Website

Rolling Pin Convention

29. Sep – 30. Sep

Website

Logistics Summit

8. Oct – 9. Oct

Website

Babini

24. Oct – 26. Oct

Website

Our tenants

Today, Areal Böhler is home to a diverse community of businesses that shape this site into a truly unique destination. From a veterinary practice and artisan workshops to tech startups like Janado, complemented by five restaurants and a wide range of sports and leisure activities—including RheinRiff with its indoor surf hall and beach volleyball courts—the successful revitalization of the past decade reflects the transformation of the site. This dynamic mix makes Areal Böhler a sought-after place to work and visit.

See all tenants

RheinRiff

The indoor surf hall in Düsseldorf

Janado

High-quality refurbished electronics products

The Veterinarian

Dr. Kirsten Penner & Anna Friedrichs

Cornelie Weiss

Handmade porcelain vases

Wadokyo

The power of drumming

Katja Voscht

Goldsmith with heart and craftsmanship

Tubuh Club

Holistic training reimagined

Good Night Bus

A conversation & a warm meal

Jan Tesche

Wood artist

Gebäude 34 mit Blick auf den Wasserturm im Hintergrund

Guided tours with Claudia Kuhs

Join us on a journey through time: Explore the historic industrial backdrop, uncover the significance of the former steelworks, and experience the vibrant diversity of the Areal Böhler today.

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How to find us

Address

Areal Böhler Böhlerstrasse 1 40667 Meerbusch

By Car For navigation, please enter "Hansaallee 321, 40549 Düsseldorf" into your GPS. Signposted parking spaces are available on-site.

By Bicycle Numerous bike racks are available, including at the main entrance (Gate 1).

By Coach Dedicated bus stops are located along Hansaallee, with additional parking options on the premises.

EV Charging Stations Charging points for electric vehicles are available on-site. Payment can be made via common charging cards and apps.

By Public Transport Areal Böhler is well connected by public transport. The nearest stop is the U-Bahn station "D-Lörick".

Site Map For better orientation, a site map is available below. Additional information points can be found at the entrances.