Essen surprised as Germany's most popular travel destination - ridicule online!

Essen surprised as Germany's most popular travel destination - ridicule online!

A surprise from the Ruhr area! Eating that many know for their industrial culture has made it to the top of the most popular travel destinations in Germany. According to a current survey by Booking.com, Essen leads the ranking and the reactions on the Internet are split. While some celebrate the decision, there are also numerous critical voices that make fun of the choice.

The survey shows that many Germans prefer to spend their vacation days in their own country. Essen not only scores with its green side, but also with unique attractions such as the Museum Folkwang and the Zeche Zollverein, which are known for their cultural offers. In addition, the city offers four urban hiking trails and near -natural retreat, such as the picturesque Baldeneysee. But not everyone convinced!

ridicule and approval on Instagram

The placement of Essen caused excitement on social media. While some users proudly say: "Completely right!", There is also harsh criticism. Comments such as "The only good thing about food is the highway to Gelsenkirchen" or "never back and then" that not everyone can understand the choice. In addition to Essen, the top five travel destinations in Germany, which have prevailed in the survey, also include Steibis in Allgäu, Herxheim, Bad Dürrenberg and the Baltic Sea resort Thiessow.

It is up to you whether you actually consider food as a travel destination. After all, the city has to offer the three highest buildings in the Ruhr area and also attracts architecture and city lovers. Another highlight is the "Essen Light Festival", in which the works of art of the Folkwang Museum illuminate the city center as huge projections. The debate about the attractiveness of the city continues!