Grand Hall Zollverein for Conferences in Essen

The Grand Hall Zollverein provides an impressive backdrop and an innovative setting for your business events at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Zollverein, spanning 4,000 m². This exceptional conference venue stands out with its distinctive industrial charm and flexible options, accommodating meetings from 25 participants up to large congresses or general assemblies with up to 2,500 guests.

The multifunctional location is also ideal for trade fairs and in-house exhibitions. The Grand Hall Zollverein features generous space, optimal presentation areas, and a comprehensive full-service approach that supports you from initial planning through to successful execution.

Conference Spaces at Grand Hall Zollverein

The Grand Hall Zollverein offers a versatile multi-level layout, enabling flexible event concepts. On the ground floor, a spacious foyer of around 360 m² is available for receptions, along with a separate club area of approximately 460 m² for get-togethers or breakout sessions.

The centerpiece is the impressive Grand Hall on the upper floor, covering around 1,800 m². The venue is further complemented by the “Schalthaus,” which includes modular, divisible rooms with a private foyer—ideal for workshops, meetings, or smaller formats.

Prime Location in the Ruhr Area

Benefit from the advantageous location of the Grand Hall Zollverein in the Ruhr region for your business event. The venue is easily accessible by public transport and offers 1,000 parking spaces on site. In addition, your conference participants can choose from over 1,500 hotel rooms within a 15 km radius.

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Quick overview

Nearest train station: 5 km
Nearest airport: 32 km

Event spaces

Room Size (m²) L × W (m) Height (m) Banquet Gala Parliamentary Row Seating Standing Reception U-Shape
Grand Hall OG 1'800 90.00 × 20.00 8.00 1'400 750 750 1'500 2'400
Grand Hall Foyer + Club 820 5.00 300 550
Grand Hall Club 460 20.00 × 23.00 5.00 200 350
Grand Hall Foyer 360 15.00 × 24.00 5.00 100 200
Schalthaus Raum 1 (A-D) 175 27.50 × 6.50 6.85 150 208
Schalthaus Raum 2 (A-D) 155 24.50 × 6.50 6.85 132 198
Schalthaus Raum 1 (C-D) 95 15.00 × 6.50 6.85 78 117 33
Schalthaus Raum 1 (A-B) 80 12.45 × 6.50 6.85 60 90 39
Schalthaus Raum 2 (C-D) 80 12.45 × 6.50 6.85 51 90 42
Schalthaus Raum 2 (A-B) 75 11.90 × 6.50 6.85 51 54 36

Technical equipment

Air-conditioned
DJ setup

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Elevator
Flip chart

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Freight elevator
Internet
Lighting system

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Projection screen

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Projector

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Sound system

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Stage

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Three-phase power
Wi-Fi

Additional equipment

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Special features

Flooring

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Natural light

verdunkelbar

Parking spaces
Truck access

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