Düsseldorf-Hamm

Hamm

Hamm is a part of the city of Düsseldorf, in Borough 3. It sits near the Rhine river, close to the areas of Bilk and Volmerswerth, as well as Düsseldorf’s main harbour.

The area covers 4.10 km² (1.58 sq mi) and was home to 4,518 people in 2020.

To keep it separate from another place called Hamm in Westphalia, locals often call this spot Kappes-Hamm. In the local dialect, “Kappes” means cabbage, which gives the area its special and memorable name.

History

Hamm was first mentioned in the year 789. It became part of Düsseldorf in 1394. For many years, there was a ferry between Hamm and Neuss until a bridge was built.

Hamm has many old churches and schools. Two old churches are still there today: the Rochus Chapel from 1709 and the Cross Chapel from 1658. A Catholic elementary school opened in 1824, and a kindergarten opened in 1960. Students who need higher education go to nearby areas.

Infrastructure

Hamm is linked to other parts of Düsseldorf and Neuss by trams. The main train station in Hamm has several train lines crossing the Rhine River.

Two big roads of Düsseldorf run along Hamm’s edges. The area also includes a kindergarten and an elementary school.