Radio Essen

About Radio Essen

Radio Essen is the commercial local broadcaster for Essen in the Ruhr area. Its FM frequencies and online stream combine a strong city newsroom with selected network programming shared by local stations across North Rhine-Westphalia.

Journalists cover council decisions, transport, schools, business, public safety, culture and neighbourhood life. Rot-Weiss Essen and other local sport receive regular attention, supported by weather, traffic and speed-camera updates. A local morning show adds interviews, competitions and entertainment around familiar popular music. Listen online for practical city information and stories produced specifically for Essen's many districts.

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