Only $2.95 per month *

Tap into Essen, Germany's vibrant culture and bustling population of over 583,000.

With local prefixes 201 and 5434, establish your presence in a city renowned for its industrial history and rich arts scene.

Connect with Essen from anywhere using any device or software, with a local phone number from FlyNumber.

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Features

  • Manage multiple virtual numbers for your Essen-based startup, easily handled on a single account.
  • Forward calls from Essen to your team anywhere around the globe; check our call forwarding options.
  • Experience Oktoberfest without missing calls by routing them based on time using our cloud-based PBX system.
  • Stay connected with your Essen clientele via VoIP by sending calls to any SIP address.
  • Capture the vibrancy of Essen's Zollverein concerts, saving voicemails and recordings automatically to the cloud.
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Use any device or software

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

  • iOS or Android smartphone
  • Mac, PC, or Linux computer
  • Desktop office phone
  • Any regular phone (a phone number)
  • 3rd party VoIP solutions
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FAQ’s

Can I get SMS on my Essen virtual phone number?

Unfortunately Essen, DE numbers do not come with SMS capabilities at the moment. This can change at any time, so follow us on social media for updates. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.

Can I use my FlyNumber to connect with local customers in Essen?

Absolutely! When you get a FlyNumber for Essen, you can bridge the gap between your business and local clients effortlessly. Whether you're nestled by the serene Baldeneysee or operate near the bustling Limbecker Platz, your Essen customers can reach you through a local number, making your business feel right at the corner.

How do I manage calls during off-hours or holidays like Karneval?

With FlyNumber, you can customize your call routing based on time and day. This means if you're enjoying Karneval or outside business hours, you can set your FlyNumber to automatically forward calls to a voicemail or another number. Enjoy the festivities worry-free, knowing your business calls are handled smartly.

Does FlyNumber support sending calls to a VoIP solution I already use at my shop in Ruttenscheid?

Yes, FlyNumber perfectly complements the tech-savvy nature of Essen. You can easily forward your incoming calls to any VoIP solution like Asterisk or FreeSwitch. This is ideal if your shop or office in Ruttenscheid uses these systems for managing communication.

Can I use a FlyNumber to enhance customer service for my restaurant in Werden?

Certainly! Essen is known for its hospitality, and enhancing customer service in your Werden restaurant is easy with FlyNumber. Set up a call menu to greet your diners and let them choose different options, such as reservations or daily specials. It's like having a digital maître d' at the front of house!

How can I ensure continuity in customer calls during Zollverein's frequent exhibitions and events?

FlyNumber provides you with the flexibility to manage multiple numbers under one account. This is particularly useful during high-profile events at Zollverein when you might experience an influx of queries. Prepare in advance by routing calls based on caller needs or redirect them between different departments to handle the increased load efficiently.

Can my FlyNumber handle calls from international clients visiting Essen for trade fairs?

Absolutely, FlyNumber allows you to forward incoming calls to any mobile or landline worldwide. So, if you're hosting international guests or participating in global trade fairs in Essen, they can still reach you effortlessly on a local Essen number, no matter where you or they are in the world.

Local info you may want to know

Essen, Germany is a hub for commerce, especially known for its strong energy sector presence. Home to major companies like E.ON and RWE.

With a population of approximately 583,000, Essen boasts a diverse and highly skilled workforce. It's an ideal locale for startups and established businesses alike.

Intriguingly, Essen was designated a European Capital of Culture in 2010, highlighting its rich cultural scene alongside its industrial achievements.

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A genuine Essen DE phone number

In Essen, Germany, you can tap into the innovation hub with a local presence using prefixes 201 and 5434, connecting you directly to a city renowned for its pivotal role in the industrial revolution.

Dialing format for these prefixes follows the standard German structure: +49 (country code), followed by 201 or 5434, and then the subscriber number, ensuring you reach your local contacts efficiently.

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Other cities you might be interested in

  • Stuttgart, a hub of innovation and home to Mercedes-Benz, now connects globally with FlyNumber.
  • Dortmund’s bustling industry and football spirit thrive, enhanced by easy VoIP solutions.
  • Leipzig, with its rich cultural tapestry, uses FlyNumber for crisp, clear communication.
  • Duisburg, key to logistics in Germany, keeps business moving with flexible call routing.
  • Nuremberg's historic charm meets modern tech with FlyNumber’s cloud PBX system.
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Unlimited incoming

When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.

This is included in the price of the Essen phone number.

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Forward to any regular phone number

For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Essen FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.

Use our phone system (optional) for increased flexibility:

  • To multiple phone numbers (up to 3)
  • Based on day of the week and/or time
  • Forward to phone number as backup to VoIP
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Use cases

Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:

  • Use the Essen number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
  • Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
  • Separate business and personal calls
  • For your "Contact Us" page
  • Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
  • Use the Essen, DE FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
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Optional Cloud Phone System

Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas

  • Call menu / IVR
  • Time/Day based routing
  • Route based on caller-ID
  • Forward to multiple destinations (Phone numbers and/or VoIP)
  • Call Queue
  • Much more...
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We cover thousands of cities from all over the world

Check out our main Germany page here.

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Pay per phone number, not per user

No Setup fees.

Never any contracts or obligations, cancel anytime.

Set up a recurring subscription or add funds to your account manually.

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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.

Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.