About this venue
Luise-Albertz-Halle is Oberhausen’s central congress and event venue, offering flexible spaces for conferences, conventions, concerts, gala evenings and a wide range of other events. The complex underwent extensive modernization in 2000, while its largest room, the Festsaal, accommodates up to 1,500 guests in a seated configuration. Several smaller conference rooms complement the main halls, allowing the venue to adapt to events of different sizes and formats.
Inside, the focus is on functionality, modern event technology and a comfortable visitor experience. The multipurpose halls support different seating and stage layouts, while on-site catering facilities make the venue practical for longer conferences, daytime programs and evening events.
The venue is centrally located next to Oberhausen City Hall at Düppelstraße 1, 46045 Oberhausen, Germany. Luise-Albertz-Halle does not have its own parking facilities, but a public parking garage with around 300 spaces is located directly beside the building. The Luise-Albertz-Halle and Oberhausen Rathaus public transport stops are close to the entrance, while the main railway station is approximately a five-minute walk away. For a broader overview of transport connections and getting around Oberhausen, see the city information further down the page.
About the city: Oberhausen
Oberhausen, in the heart of the Ruhr region, has become a recognizable destination for top concerts and sporting events. Visitors are drawn by the mix of industrial heritage and a modern urban scene, so the experience doesn’t end at the doors of an arena or stadium. The city offers varied gastronomy and accommodation for different budgets, from practical hotels near key transport points to comfortable options in quieter neighborhoods, making the stay simple and relaxed.
A major advantage of Oberhausen is its connectivity: local operator STOAG and the wider Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Ruhr (VRR) network make it easy to get around by bus, tram, and city routes, while the S-Bahn Rhein-Ruhr and regional trains quickly link the city with the surrounding area. The key arrival point by rail is Oberhausen Hauptbahnhof (Oberhausen Hbf), where transfers toward the main event zones and larger venues are straightforward. If you’re flying in, the nearest major airport is Flughafen Düsseldorf (DUS), and the combination of trains and local transit helps you reach your destination without overplanning.
Before or after the event, it’s worth exploring the city’s highlights: the striking Gasometer Oberhausen, walks along the Rhein-Herne-Kanal, and the Neue Mitte district with Westfield Centro as a lively hub for leisure and entertainment. For a calmer break, there are Schloss Oberhausen and the Kaisergarten, while fans of a more authentic vibe often choose Alt-Oberhausen and short city strolls that round out the evening nicely. Oberhausen brings together great outings and practical logistics in a city that’s easy to navigate—and easy to remember.
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