Bar M168 im Rheinturm

Bar M168 im Rheinturm is a panoramic cocktail bar inside the Rheinturm, the television tower at Stromstraße 20 in Düsseldorf's Medienhafen, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The bar sits at about 168 metres above ground, which gives it its name, and offers views over the Rhine, the Medienhafen with its Gehry buildings, and the Düsseldorf skyline. The crowd is a mix of visitors who have come up for the view, couples, business travellers and locals marking an occasion, with a more polished, quieter feel than the Altstadt pubs. There is no strict dress code, but smart-casual clothing fits the setting. The atmosphere is calm and scenic rather than rowdy, and music is incidental. The drinks programme centres on cocktails, with prices of about €12-18 (~$13.80-20.70), alongside wines, beers and non-alcoholic options. Listings differ on hours, with roughly Sunday to Thursday 10:00-24:00 and Friday and Saturday until 01:00, so the Rheinturm website rheinturm.de should be checked before visiting. Access normally involves the tower's lift, and an entry or observation charge may apply, so the current arrangement should be confirmed. There is no club-style cover charge, and reservations are advisable for window tables, sunset slots and groups. The bar is a short ride from the Altstadt and the main station, and it combines well with a walk along the Medienhafen waterfront. Clear evenings give the best views, especially around sunset, when the Rhine and the city lights come into view. Weekend nights are the busiest, and weeknights are generally easier for finding a window seat.