Top Hostels in Essen
The Bunk Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
The hostel is located within a 500-metre distance of International Christmas Market Essen and 2.8 km from the Grugapark Botanical Garden. The Museum Folkwang is within reach of the Essen property.
The Bunk hostel is also situated 9 minutes on foot from the Philharmonie Essen.
Certain rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, and some units additionally boast a wardrobe.
The Bunk Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
The Bunk Hostel
The hostel is located within a 500-metre distance of International Christmas Market Essen and 2.8 km from the Grugapark Botanical Garden. The Museum Folkwang is within reach of the Essen property.
The Bunk hostel is also situated 9 minutes on foot from the Philharmonie Essen.
Certain rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, and some units additionally boast a wardrobe.
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Top location
Ruhrtropolis Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Bar/ Lounge area
The hostel is located approximately a 10-minute ride from the Grugapark Botanical Garden and in the vicinity of the Glockenspiel am Deiterhaus. The Church of the Redeemer, a nearby place of worship, is 2.1 km from the accommodation.
Aalto Theatre is among the cultural highlights close to Ruhrtropolis hostel, situated nearly a 5-minute ride away.
Some of the private bathrooms at the Essen hostel offer a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as bath sheets.
Ruhrtropolis Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Entertainment
- Bar/ Lounge area
Ruhrtropolis Hostel
The hostel is located approximately a 10-minute ride from the Grugapark Botanical Garden and in the vicinity of the Glockenspiel am Deiterhaus. The Church of the Redeemer, a nearby place of worship, is 2.1 km from the accommodation.
Aalto Theatre is among the cultural highlights close to Ruhrtropolis hostel, situated nearly a 5-minute ride away.
Some of the private bathrooms at the Essen hostel offer a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as bath sheets.
Hostel Wohnzimmer-Essen
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The hostel is located 4.2 km from the Stiftung Ruhr Museum and around a 10-minute drive from Stratmanns Theater Europahaus. In addition, the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex can be found 4.3 km from the property.
Guests travelling for work will appreciate the location within 25 minutes' walk of the RWE Tower.
Wohnzimmer-Essen hostel offers 44 rooms, some of which include a kitchen and a dining area, and comforts like soundproof walls and a washing machine. The Essen accommodation provides a wardrobe, as well as reading lamps for guests' convenience. Offering amenities such as hair dryers and towels, the safe bathrooms also have a shower and a toilet.
Hostel Wohnzimmer-Essen
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Hostel Wohnzimmer-Essen
The hostel is located 4.2 km from the Stiftung Ruhr Museum and around a 10-minute drive from Stratmanns Theater Europahaus. In addition, the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex can be found 4.3 km from the property.
Guests travelling for work will appreciate the location within 25 minutes' walk of the RWE Tower.
Wohnzimmer-Essen hostel offers 44 rooms, some of which include a kitchen and a dining area, and comforts like soundproof walls and a washing machine. The Essen accommodation provides a wardrobe, as well as reading lamps for guests' convenience. Offering amenities such as hair dryers and towels, the safe bathrooms also have a shower and a toilet.
Pott Hostel - Essen Steele
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
This Essen hostel is within 2 km of the large train Railway Museum Bochum and within 8 km of such cultural venues as the Museum Folkwang. The Holteyer Harbor can be reached a short way from the Essen accommodation.
Pott Hostel - Essen Steele allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the Heisinger Ruhraue Nature Reserve, located nearly 10 minutes away by car.
Some of the private bathrooms also include a walk-in shower and a toilet, along with comforts like towels.
Pott Hostel - Essen Steele
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Pott Hostel - Essen Steele
This Essen hostel is within 2 km of the large train Railway Museum Bochum and within 8 km of such cultural venues as the Museum Folkwang. The Holteyer Harbor can be reached a short way from the Essen accommodation.
Pott Hostel - Essen Steele allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the Heisinger Ruhraue Nature Reserve, located nearly 10 minutes away by car.
Some of the private bathrooms also include a walk-in shower and a toilet, along with comforts like towels.
Monteurzimmer Schoelerpad
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Skiing
- Tennis court
This hostel is 6 km from the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex and 3.7 km from such cultural venues as the Museum Folkwang. There is St.-Fronleichnam-Kirche in the vicinity of the Essen hostel.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the AQUApark Oberhausen, which is a 15-minute ride away.
Monteurzimmer Schoelerpad
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Skiing
- Tennis court
Monteurzimmer Schoelerpad
This hostel is 6 km from the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex and 3.7 km from such cultural venues as the Museum Folkwang. There is St.-Fronleichnam-Kirche in the vicinity of the Essen hostel.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the AQUApark Oberhausen, which is a 15-minute ride away.
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Best-rated
Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Live entertainment
Located 2.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Ludwig Museum, the hostel is also within reach of the 4711 Eau de Cologne. In addition, the roman-catholic Cologne Cathedral can be found within 30 minutes' walk of this hostel.
Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the established Cologne Zoological Garden, which is 3.9 km away.
Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Live entertainment
Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft
Located 2.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the Ludwig Museum, the hostel is also within reach of the 4711 Eau de Cologne. In addition, the roman-catholic Cologne Cathedral can be found within 30 minutes' walk of this hostel.
Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the established Cologne Zoological Garden, which is 3.9 km away.
H.Ostel Muenster
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
The Munster hostel is 1.5 km from the Münster Castle and 2.2 km from such cultural venues as the Muhlenhof Open-Air Museum. Kanonengraben is a few moments from H.Ostel Muenster hostel, while the Museum for Paint Art is 5 minutes' walk away.
This Munster property offers proximity to the Pablo Picasso Graphic Museum, located about 400 metres away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner and soundproof walls. Some of the air-conditioned rooms also feature views of the city. There are private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a toilet for a more pleasant stay. Also, the presence of hair dryers and towels in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
H.Ostel Muenster
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
H.Ostel Muenster
The Munster hostel is 1.5 km from the Münster Castle and 2.2 km from such cultural venues as the Muhlenhof Open-Air Museum. Kanonengraben is a few moments from H.Ostel Muenster hostel, while the Museum for Paint Art is 5 minutes' walk away.
This Munster property offers proximity to the Pablo Picasso Graphic Museum, located about 400 metres away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, as well as such comforts as an air conditioner and soundproof walls. Some of the air-conditioned rooms also feature views of the city. There are private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a toilet for a more pleasant stay. Also, the presence of hair dryers and towels in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
Weltempfaenger Backpacker Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
Situated around a 25-minute walk from such significant cultural landmarks as the NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne, this hostel is also just steps from the Cologne Central Mosque. The Domplatte can be reached 2.3 km from the Cologne hostel.
The Neptunbad is a mere 650 metres away, and Theater am Dom, available to diversify your stay, is nearly 5 minutes away by car.
Certain rooms at Weltempfaenger Backpacker hostel have a private bathroom with a shower and a toilet, and some units additionally boast wardrobes.
Weltempfaenger Backpacker Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
Weltempfaenger Backpacker Hostel
Situated around a 25-minute walk from such significant cultural landmarks as the NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne, this hostel is also just steps from the Cologne Central Mosque. The Domplatte can be reached 2.3 km from the Cologne hostel.
The Neptunbad is a mere 650 metres away, and Theater am Dom, available to diversify your stay, is nearly 5 minutes away by car.
Certain rooms at Weltempfaenger Backpacker hostel have a private bathroom with a shower and a toilet, and some units additionally boast wardrobes.
Backpackers Duesseldorf - Self Check-In
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Heating
- Patio
The hostel is only 1.6 km from the City Museum and 6 km from such cultural venues as the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Düsseldorf. Kaiserteich is within reach of this Dusseldorf hostel, while the 240.5 - metre - high concrete Rhine Telecommunications Tower is an 18-minute walk away.
The Barnett Newman sculpture is a mere 0.6 km away, and the arts Savoy Theater Dusseldorf, available to diversify your stay, is 800 metres away.
This Dusseldorf accommodation comprises 52 comfortable rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, along with an iron and climate control. Some of the rooms also offer a comfortable interior with a parquet floor.
Backpackers Duesseldorf - Self Check-In
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Heating
- Patio
Backpackers Duesseldorf - Self Check-In
The hostel is only 1.6 km from the City Museum and 6 km from such cultural venues as the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Düsseldorf. Kaiserteich is within reach of this Dusseldorf hostel, while the 240.5 - metre - high concrete Rhine Telecommunications Tower is an 18-minute walk away.
The Barnett Newman sculpture is a mere 0.6 km away, and the arts Savoy Theater Dusseldorf, available to diversify your stay, is 800 metres away.
This Dusseldorf accommodation comprises 52 comfortable rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, along with an iron and climate control. Some of the rooms also offer a comfortable interior with a parquet floor.
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Great deal
Station - Hostel For Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
This hostel boasts an ideal location in the Altstadt-Nord district, with access to the giant Gothic Cologne Cathedral, located a mere 400 metres away. The Botanical Gardens Flora can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the Cologne hostel.
The indoor Lanxess Arena is 2.4 km from the Cologne accommodation.
The hostel offers 141 rooms with a storage space, as well as amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi.
Station - Hostel For Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
Station - Hostel For Backpackers
This hostel boasts an ideal location in the Altstadt-Nord district, with access to the giant Gothic Cologne Cathedral, located a mere 400 metres away. The Botanical Gardens Flora can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the Cologne hostel.
The indoor Lanxess Arena is 2.4 km from the Cologne accommodation.
The hostel offers 141 rooms with a storage space, as well as amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi.
404-Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Terrace
The Cologne hostel is 3.4 km from the Ludwig Museum and nearly a 10-minute drive from such cultural venues as the Cologne Municipal Museum. The Roman Catholic church "Saint Gereon's Basilica", a nearby place of worship, is 3.1 km from the hostel.
The Hohenzollern Bridge is approximately a 15-minute ride from the accommodation.
404-Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Terrace
404-Hostel
The Cologne hostel is 3.4 km from the Ludwig Museum and nearly a 10-minute drive from such cultural venues as the Cologne Municipal Museum. The Roman Catholic church "Saint Gereon's Basilica", a nearby place of worship, is 3.1 km from the hostel.
The Hohenzollern Bridge is approximately a 15-minute ride from the accommodation.
Djh Jugendgaestehaus Adolph Kolping
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 11.73 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Terrace
Situated 2.3 km from the vast Westfalenpark, the youth hostel is 2.2 km from such sports venues as the Westfalenhallen Convention Center. You can visit sacred sites such as the St. Petri Ev. Stadtkirche, found in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the municipal Museum of Art and Cultural History, which is merely 550 metres away.
Certain rooms at the hostel have a private bathroom with a shower and a toilet, and some units additionally boast a writing desk.
Djh Jugendgaestehaus Adolph Kolping
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 11.73 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Terrace
Djh Jugendgaestehaus Adolph Kolping
Situated 2.3 km from the vast Westfalenpark, the youth hostel is 2.2 km from such sports venues as the Westfalenhallen Convention Center. You can visit sacred sites such as the St. Petri Ev. Stadtkirche, found in the immediate vicinity of the accommodation.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the municipal Museum of Art and Cultural History, which is merely 550 metres away.
Certain rooms at the hostel have a private bathroom with a shower and a toilet, and some units additionally boast a writing desk.
Sleep Station Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Found around a 10-minute drive from the family-friendly LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium, the hostel is merely 0.7 km from worship locations like St Lambert's Gothic Church. Nearby historical sites, such as Prince-Bishops' Palace in Munster, are located nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pablo Picasso Graphic Museum, which is a mere 0.9 km away.
Some of the private bathrooms at the property feature a shower and a toilet, along with towels.
Sleep Station Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Sleep Station Hostel
Found around a 10-minute drive from the family-friendly LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium, the hostel is merely 0.7 km from worship locations like St Lambert's Gothic Church. Nearby historical sites, such as Prince-Bishops' Palace in Munster, are located nearly a 25-minute walk away.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pablo Picasso Graphic Museum, which is a mere 0.9 km away.
Some of the private bathrooms at the property feature a shower and a toilet, along with towels.
Jugendherberge City-Hostel Koeln-Riehl
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
The youth hostel is a 19-minute walk from Alpinumweiher and 10 minutes' drive from the roman-catholic Cologne Cathedral. The KölnTriangle can be reached 2.8 km from this Cologne accommodation.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Botanical Gardens Flora, which is a 19-minute walk away.
Jugendherberge City-Hostel Koeln-Riehl
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Jugendherberge City-Hostel Koeln-Riehl
The youth hostel is a 19-minute walk from Alpinumweiher and 10 minutes' drive from the roman-catholic Cologne Cathedral. The KölnTriangle can be reached 2.8 km from this Cologne accommodation.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Botanical Gardens Flora, which is a 19-minute walk away.
Jugendherberge Koeln-Deutz
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 19.93 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Table tennis
The Cologne hostel is only 1 km from Flamingoweiher and just 1.5 km from the large landscaped Rheinpark. The Imhoff - Cologne Chocolate Museum is also situated a 19-minute walk away.
Jugendherberge Koeln-Deutz hostel boasts location just moments from the KölnTriangle.
Guests are provided with a spacious bathroom, which comes with a shower and a toilet, along with comforts like bath sheets.
Jugendherberge Koeln-Deutz
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 19.93 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Table tennis
Jugendherberge Koeln-Deutz
The Cologne hostel is only 1 km from Flamingoweiher and just 1.5 km from the large landscaped Rheinpark. The Imhoff - Cologne Chocolate Museum is also situated a 19-minute walk away.
Jugendherberge Koeln-Deutz hostel boasts location just moments from the KölnTriangle.
Guests are provided with a spacious bathroom, which comes with a shower and a toilet, along with comforts like bath sheets.
Blk Hostel
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Car park
US$ 15.24 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
The Dusseldorf hostel is located within a 400-metre distance of St. John's Church and 4.8 km from the free Wildpark Grafenberger Wald. The Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Düsseldorf is a 10-minute drive from the Dusseldorf property.
In proximity to Blk hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the urban Rheinpark, which is 2.5 km away.
Some of the comfortable rooms are also furnished with a wardrobe.
Blk Hostel
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Car park
US$ 15.24 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
Blk Hostel
The Dusseldorf hostel is located within a 400-metre distance of St. John's Church and 4.8 km from the free Wildpark Grafenberger Wald. The Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Düsseldorf is a 10-minute drive from the Dusseldorf property.
In proximity to Blk hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the urban Rheinpark, which is 2.5 km away.
Some of the comfortable rooms are also furnished with a wardrobe.
Jugendherberge Duisburg Landschaftspark
- Free parking
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
This youth hostel is located nearly a 10-minute drive from the Duisburg Inner Harbour and within a 2-km distance of Zoo Zajac. In addition, Parkplatz am Haupteingang can be found not far from the accommodation.
Guests will also find Landscape Park, which is a mere 15 minutes on foot from the hostel.
Jugendherberge Duisburg Landschaftspark
- Free parking
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
Jugendherberge Duisburg Landschaftspark
This youth hostel is located nearly a 10-minute drive from the Duisburg Inner Harbour and within a 2-km distance of Zoo Zajac. In addition, Parkplatz am Haupteingang can be found not far from the accommodation.
Guests will also find Landscape Park, which is a mere 15 minutes on foot from the hostel.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Essen, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| The Bunk Hostel |
8.1 / 10 (1091 Reviews) |
From 27$ | |
| Ruhrtropolis Hostel |
7.2 / 10 (788 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
| Hostel Wohnzimmer-Essen |
7.3 / 10 (978 Reviews) |
From 25$ | |
| Pott Hostel - Essen Steele |
8.3 / 10 (69 Reviews) |
From 65$ | |
| Monteurzimmer Schoelerpad |
5.5 / 10 (13 Reviews) |
From 37$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which hostels in Essen are best located near the city center?
Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft and Blk Hostel are centrally located. They offer easy access to Essen's main attractions like the Aalto Theatre and the Grugahalle.
Walk to the city center in under 15 minutes by taking Altendorfer Strasse, which has many shops and cafes on the way.
Where can I find affordable hostels in Essen with breakfast included?
The Ruhrtropolis Hostel and the Pott Hostel - Essen Steele offer budget rates with breakfast options. This is ideal for a solid start to your day without extra costs.
Choose the breakfast option when booking; it's typically under €5, making mornings less stressful.
Which hostels in Essen are near the train station for easy travel?
Station - Hostel For Backpackers and H.Ostel Muenster are conveniently located near the train station. They allow easy travel to nearby cities and attractions.
Buy a special day ticket for public transport at the station; it costs around €9 and allows unlimited travel for the day.
Which hostels are best for backpackers visiting Essen?
Weltempfaenger Backpacker Hostel and Backpakers Duesseldorf - Self Check-In cater specifically to backpackers. They offer communal spaces for socializing and meet fellow travelers.
Join the hostel's social events in the evenings to connect with other guests and share travel tips.
What are some family-friendly hostels in Essen?
Hostel Wohnzimmer-Essen and Djh Jugendgaestehaus Adolph Kolping are great options for families. They provide family rooms and nearby parks for kids to play.
Check for family room deals; they often come with discounts and additional space for your comfort.
Are there hostels in Essen with parking facilities?
Monteurzimmer Schoelerpad and the Bunk Hostel offer on-site parking. This is handy for those traveling by car throughout their stay.
Book parking in advance to secure a spot, especially during weekends when demand increases.
Which hostels have unique themes or designs in Essen?
404-Hostel and Hostel Die Wohngemeinschaft feature creative and quirky designs. They stand out for their artistic atmosphere and social vibes.
Explore the communal areas; they often showcase local art and are fun places to relax and meet others.
What unique cultural experiences can I enjoy while staying in Essen?
Essen is home to the Folkwang Museum, known for its art collections. You can also immerse in the culture at the Philharmonie, which hosts various concerts.
Visit during First Friday of the month; many museums offer free entry in the evening, making it perfect for art lovers.
How can I enjoy local food while staying in Essen?
Try local dishes at eateries like Cafe Blum and Pfefferkorn. They offer traditional German meals that reflect Essen's culinary heritage.
Visit these restaurants during lunchtime for daily specials; they often have affordable set menus under €10.
How can I get around Essen efficiently during my visit?
Essen's public transport system includes trams and buses that connect major areas. Purchasing a day pass allows unlimited rides within the city.
Get the ruhrgebiet ticket; it covers multiple cities for €8.80, making it ideal for exploring nearby destinations.
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