The city of Düsseldorf, a thriving metropolis on the banks of the Rhine, serves as the main venue for the ELF Convention 2024. The modern conference hotel Kö59 is centrally located, providing convenient access to all other important locations of the ELF Convention.

Düsseldorf entices visitors not only with its multitude of museums and galleries but also as an optimal host city for the ELF Convention. Its perfect connectivity to the international airport and the surrounding area's abundance of attractions make it an ideal choice.

Just around the corner and within walking distance from the hotel, you'll find the famous Königsallee boulevard, one of Europe's leading luxury shopping streets. With its array of boutiques such as Armani, Dior, Jil Sander and other well-known brands, it invites you for a delightful shopping experience. Stretching nearly 87 meters from one building facade to another, the "KÖ" is the widest street in Germany.

All the recommended hotels are located in close proximity and can be reached within a few steps.

On Friday evening, the ELF and Interkey invite you to a special event. The MS RheinGalaxie, a ship exclusively booked for the guests of the ELF Convention, will host the gala dinner. Enjoy the ambiance and witness Düsseldorf's impressive Media Harbor from the riverside. The interplay of lights against the vibrant life on the Rhine, combined with the event onboard, promises an extraordinary evening.

Velbert - the key and locksmith area

The German lock and security fittings museum, which reopened in 2020, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the history of locks and security fittings. The museum houses over 70,000 exhibits, which can be explored. Visitors have the option to experience the history of locks and security fittings at their own pace or alternatively sign up for a guided tour on Thursday, May 2, 2024, as part of the program.

In addition to the german lock and security fittings museum, Velbert is home to many other renowned lock manufacturers in the industry. Also on Thursday, May 2, 2024, visitors have the opportunity to visit the facilities of industry partners BKS and CES. Registration for these tours is done in combination with the lock and security fittings museum tour.

A special program highlight awaits you in Wetter-Volmarstein.

Here, our industry partner and main sponsor, August Bremicker und Söhne KG, has its headquarters. The ABUS World offers not only the ABUS Museum but also the opportunity for several sports activities like mini-golf or beach volleyball. And of course there's a factory tour are on the agenda.

In 2024, ABUS KG will celebrate its 100th anniversary, which, together with the anniversaries of ELF and the Interkey Association, provides another reason to celebrate.