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- 10–199
- Area
- 1,100 sqm, indoors and outdoors
- Setting
- Südpark, by the water
Deichgraf by Dr. Thompson’s is an event venue at Siegburger Straße 161 in Düsseldorf’s Südpark, operated by First Event GmbH since 2023. It offers 1,100 square metres indoors and outdoors for 10 to 199 guests, a waterside terrace, an electrically closing conservatory, a mobile stage with light and sound system and catering from its own kitchen.
- 10–199guests
- 1,100square metres
- 1987A Düsseldorf original
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Facts
The facts at a glance
| Guests in total | 10 to 199 (special permit up to 350 for summer parties) |
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| Conference / plenary | up to 100 people, depending on stage orientation |
| Total area | 1,100 sqm indoors and outdoors |
| Areas | dining, lounge, dance floor, bar, conservatory, terrace, lawn by the water |
| Conservatory | fully electric closing, bad-weather option |
| Stage | mobile stage |
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| Lighting | atmospheric lighting, light effects, moving heads |
| Sound | integrated sound system |
| Kitchen | in-house kitchen, team of 10 |
| Event team | 6 people, full service from planning to execution |
| Address | Siegburger Straße 161, 40591 Düsseldorf, Germany |
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| Setting | Südpark, on the axis between Volksgarten and Südpark |
| Parking | on-site parking, multi-storey car park within walking distance |
| Motorway | A46 close by |
| Public transport | stops within walking distance, city centre approx. 10 minutes |
| Neighbours | no direct residential neighbours |
| Menus & buffets | quoted individually, offer within 24 hours |
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| Formats | finger food, 3- to 5-course menus, buffets, fork food, food market, street food, all-day catering |
| Quality levels | classic, vegetarian, vegan, organic-regional |
| Drinks | Fritz-Kola, Organics, wine pre-selection, 15 gins, whiskey, cocktails – no plastic bottles |
| Event office | Monday to Friday, 10 am to 6 pm |
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| Hotline | +49 162 64 88 884 |
| Quote | first transparent quote within 24 hours |
| Lead time | popular dates often booked 12 months ahead |
| Operator | First Event GmbH, managing director Tom Rameil |
Rooms
The areas
Terrace & lawn
Directly above the lake with the bird sanctuary island. Space for receptions, ceremonies and summer parties; food trucks can drive up.
Conservatory
Daylight from three sides, fully electric closing. Dinner for smaller groups, reception area or bad-weather option for the terrace.
Dining & lounge
The main room with adaptable lighting – from a seated dinner to a lounge setting within one break.
Dance floor, bar & club area
Integrated sound system, light effects and moving heads. The bar serves 15 gins, aged whiskey and cocktails.
- 1987Federal Garden Show: Haus Deichgraf is built
- ThenGünnewig hotel group, later various tenants and vacancy
- 2023Leonardo Group and Seifenfabrik Dr. Thompson’s revive the house after six months of remodelling
History
A Düsseldorf original since 1987
Haus Deichgraf was built for the 1987 Federal Garden Show, when a former landfill with scrapyards and allotments became Düsseldorf’s green lung for 55 million marks. Seven million visitors came that year alone; the slogan “A garden for all of us” still holds.
The house sits on the axis connecting Volksgarten and Südpark, with mirrored roofs that are visible from afar. The Günnewig hotel group ran it as a restaurant and conference venue at first, followed by various tenants and several years of vacancy.
In 2023 the Leonardo Group and Seifenfabrik Dr. Thompson’s revived the building after six months of remodelling – as a modern event venue with historic roots. The dike itself is 500 years old and once protected residents from Rhine floods.
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FAQ
Questions about the venue
How many guests does Deichgraf hold?
Deichgraf accommodates 10 to 199 guests. For summer parties in the outdoor area we hold a special permit for up to 350 guests. Conferences take place in the plenary with up to 100 people.
Where exactly is Deichgraf?
Siegburger Straße 161, 40591 Düsseldorf – in Südpark, on the axis between Volksgarten and Südpark, about ten minutes from the city centre. The A46 motorway and public transport stops are close by.
Is there parking?
Yes. There is on-site parking right at the venue and a multi-storey car park within walking distance.
How much does an event at Deichgraf cost?
Every event is quoted individually – based on occasion, date, number of guests, menu selection and technical requirements. Send us those details and you will receive a transparent quote within 24 hours.
Can I bring my own catering?
Catering comes from Deichgraf’s own kitchen – that is how we guarantee freshness and quality. You are welcome to bring your own wine; a corkage fee applies.
What happens in bad weather?
The conservatory closes fully electrically and the indoor rooms are always ready. Your event takes place whatever the weather.
How late can we celebrate?
The venue sits in the park without direct neighbours. An open end is possible by arrangement and is set out in the contract.
Which technology is included?
An integrated sound system, atmospheric lighting, light effects and moving heads as well as a mobile stage. Projector, screen and further equipment are added as required.
How early should I book?
Popular summer and winter dates are often booked twelve months ahead. Ideally enquire as soon as your date is fixed – the enquiry is non-binding.
Can I view the venue beforehand?
Yes. Viewings are possible during office hours Monday to Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, and in the evening by appointment.
Do you offer vegetarian, vegan or organic-regional food?
Yes. All menus and buffets are available vegetarian and vegan; every category also comes in an “organic-regional” version with exclusively regional organic produce.
Are there hotels nearby?
Yes. Several hotels in the area offer room allotments at favourable rates. We are happy to recommend suitable ones.
Is Deichgraf accessible?
The event rooms on the ground floor and the terrace are step-free. Talk to us about special requirements and we will plan the schedule accordingly.
Who is behind Deichgraf?
The operator is First Event GmbH under managing director Tom Rameil. Deichgraf belongs to the Dr. Thompson’s family together with Seifenfabrik, Werkraum, Monberg, Blankenwasser and the Flying Dutchman food trucks.
Deichgraf · Düsseldorf
Your date, our stage
Popular summer and winter dates are often booked twelve months ahead. Write to us and you will receive a first, transparent quote within 24 hours.