The traditional venue Saalbau recently received a new concert hall and is now home to the Essen Philharmonic Orchestra. Thanks to the high-calibre programme featuring world class orchestras and artists combined with the latest technology and unbelievable acoustics, the Philharmonie Essen ranks among the best in Europe.

The heart of the house is the completely renovated Alfried Krupp Hall which seats 1,906. The RWE pavilion, which seats 350, ensures a perfect view of the city garden due to its glass cube design. It offers perfect conditions for jazz and classic, world music and recitals, receptions or celebrations. Since reconstruction, the three colourful citizens’ halls gleam once again in their former glory with fine satinwood, enamel wood inlay and ceramic treasures which were once again discovered behind shabby wallpaper.