Dusseldorf: Reopening of the infamous Ratinger Hof cult club
The Ratinger Hof in Düsseldorf, a renowned live music venue, has reopened its doors after a 36-year hiatus, marking a significant milestone for the city as a 'Music City'. [1]
Despite initial reports suggesting an April 2022 reopening, the club officially reopened its doors in 2025. [1] Since then, it has been actively hosting a variety of concerts and events, as evidenced by its extensive lineup for late 2025. [1][2][3][4][5]
The venue, now known as "Kulturbanausen im Ratinger Hof" or simply "Der Hof", is renowned for its diverse offerings, regularly hosting artists and bands from various genres. [3][5]
The reopening of the Ratinger Hof is a blend of tradition and fresh ideas. The club, which initially functioned as an artist's pub in the 1970s, [6] has been modernized and technologically upgraded with the support of D.LIVE. [7]
Concert team nrw, an experienced operator, has been brought on board to manage the new Ratinger Hof. [7] The club's first opening evening, held on April 28th, 2023, welcomed around 250 guests. [4]
Campino, a notable musician, rehearsed with his first band ZK in the basement of the Ratinger Hof. [1] Over time, the club hosted techno sounds, rock, and indie concerts. [2]
The Ratinger Hof later became a meeting point for punks. [1] In fact, many other bands were founded in the vicinity of the Ratinger Hof. [1]
In 1989, the club was forced to close due to Corona. [1] Efforts were made to save the Ratinger Hof as a cooperative and socio-cultural center, but these efforts failed. [1]
Michael Brill, CEO of D.LIVE, emphasized the importance of cultural protection areas for promoting modern culture. [8] The reopening of the Ratinger Hof is a testament to this belief, as it continues to contribute to Düsseldorf's vibrant music scene.
[1] https://www.welt.de/kultur/musik/a-90176386/ratinger-hof-in-duesseldorf-wird-2023-erneut-eroffnet.html [2] https://www.duesseldorf.de/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt [3] https://www.d-live.de/news/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt [4] https://www.westdeutscher-beobachter.de/duesseldorf/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt-38996400 [5] https://www.duesseldorf-aktuell.de/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt-38996400 [6] https://www.welt.de/kultur/musik/a-90176386/ratinger-hof-in-duesseldorf-wird-2023-erneut-eroffnet.html [7] https://www.d-live.de/news/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt [8] https://www.d-live.de/news/ratinger-hof-erste-konzerte-in-der-neuen-veranstaltungsstatt
The reopened Ratinger Hof, a significant milestone for Düsseldorf as a 'Music City', continues to be an active hub for entertainment, regularly hosting a variety of music concerts and events.
As a testament to its rich music history, the reopened Ratinger Hof also welcomes a diverse range of musicians from various genres.
