The Ruhr city of Duisburg in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia features a harbour which ranks as the world's largest. While the harbour is impressive, most families visit the city for its LEGOLAND Discovery Centre rather than its port. Traditionally a coal mining centre, the city has today turned its attention to steel production. Yet this industrial aspect shouldn't deter visitors, who can enjoy locally brewed beer, a lively nightlife kept afloat by University of Duisburg-Essen students and cultural activities spanning opera and festivals. Duisburger Akzente is the main event, held each year in March and focusing on art, literature and theatre. This is when Duisburg hotels are at their busiest. The history of this harbour city is best discerned at the informative Inland Waterways Museum, while shopping is best done along the so-called Fountain Mile. The city's proximity to Dusseldorf International Airport, to the south, makes it a convenient base for travellers with early or late flights. Dozens of parks and two botanical gardens offer respite from the busy city centre.

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