About Essen
Essen is located in Germany, part of Europe. Find essential geography and continue exploring more places in the same country.
Population593,085
Figure applies toEssen (city)
Data as ofLatest recorded figure
Last checkedSeptember 3, 2026
CountryGermany
ContinentEurope
Place typeCity
Country codeDE
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