Sightseeing in Karlsruhe - what to see. Complete travel guide
If you look at this city from high above, you will see its shape reminds of a sun. The center of the city is the location of an old palace – a true masterpiece of baroque architecture art. Numerous streets and boulevards that start from the central square look just like sun rays. There is also Market Square in the center of the city. In the center of it is installed a monument in the shape of the pyramid. The monument reminds of the city’s founder – Karlsruhe Carl Wilhelm.
Karlsruhe Palace is one of the most notable sights in the city. This is a true miniature cope of Versailles Palace. Today the palace is used to hold the exhibition of Baden Museum; the palace is surrounded by a spacious park zone, so tourists usually mix the observation of exhibits with walks on picturesque parks. The park will guide you towards Botanic Garden. Once this place has been nothing but an impenetrable forest; today tourists can easily walk among fantastic trees and enjoy birds singing. Gottesaue palace is located in the eastern part of the city. The palace was built in the 11th century. This is a grandiose building in Renaissance style that is used as a home to musical university.
Hai Long is usually praised as one of the most interesting clothing shops in Karlsruhe. Budget tourists like this shop because of affordable prices. Hai Long mostly sells women’s … Open
Admirers of contemporary art will like the State Art Gallery, located in the center of the historical district. The building itself which houses the museum, is of great historical value. It was built in 1846. The collection of the museum is unique, and many of its exhibits are more than 500 years old. The collection of medieval engravings and pictures brought from various European countries are presented in it. On the territory of this museum, there is a small greenhouse, which is used for exhibitions of contemporary art.
Karlsruhe is perfect for a tranquil family holiday. The city does not have large and noisy entertainment centers, but there are beautiful parks and other fascinating places for walking. … Open
Fans of walks in historical places will be interested to climb to the top of Mount Turmberg. Here, the ruins of the ancient Castle of Durlach were preserved. This castle was built in the 11th century and for a long time, remained the residence of the Hohenberg Counts. During the next battle in the 16th century, the castle was almost completely destroyed. Only one of its impregnable towers, in which the meteorological station is now located, was preserved. At the top of the mountain, tourists can climb the funicular. In addition to the ruins of the ancient castle, there are many interesting sights.
L'Incontro restaurant, which is located near the center of the city, is the most popular destination for families. It specializes in cooking the regional dishes and is distinguished by not … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Karlsruhe and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Karlsruhe
♥ Shopping area ' Kaiserstraße' Karlsruhe, 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Shopping area ' Kaiserstraße' Karlsruhe, 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Survived castles around Karlsruhe
♥ Castle 'Karlsruhe Palace' , 1.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Favorite' , 22.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Landeck Castle Rhineland-Palatinate' , 31.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Madenburg Castle' , 33 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Anebos Castle' , 36.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Karlsruhe Palace' , 1.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Schloss Favorite' , 22.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Landeck Castle Rhineland-Palatinate' , 31.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Madenburg Castle' , 33 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Castle 'Anebos Castle' , 36.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
National and city parks around Karlsruhe
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Vosges du Nord' , 65.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Schwarzwald' , 122.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Ballons des Vosges' , 141.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Vosges du Nord' , 65.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Schwarzwald' , 122.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Regional Nature Park 'Ballons des Vosges' , 141.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Art galleries in Karlsruhe and around
♥ Art museum 'Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 0.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Art museum 'Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 1.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sights around Karlsruhe from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Chateau de Lichtenberg
From the series “The greatest France castles ”
Check on the map: Distance from Karlsruhe center - 66.4 km.
Special educational activities for children of different ages are provided in the cultural center. Therefore, the old castle is a popular place for family holidays. A cafe is open on the castle grounds. There is also an interesting souvenir store here. The famous architect Daniel Speck became one of the main initiators of the modernization of the historical monument. As the expert himself claims, absolutely all modern installations and additions to the fortress structure can be easily dismantled. It is possible to restore the castle to its original medieval appearance in a few days if necessary. …
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Strasbourg Bains
From the series “Most Extraordinary Thermaes, Baths and Saunas in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Karlsruhe center - 65.6 km.
You can not only recover excellently and swim in a huge pool there. An excursion to the baths can replace a visit to the local museum. Numerous symbolic bas-reliefs, fine marble decorations and marvelous mosaics - you can see a lot of real works of art there. Tourists planning to visit Strasbourg Baths should take into account that taking pictures in the complex is prohibited. …
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Heidelberger Castle
From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
Check on the map: Distance from Karlsruhe center - 51.1 km.
At the medieval time, Heidelberger Castle had a wonderful garden. In the 19th century, a part of this garden was reconstructed. Today travellers can adore exotic plants, outstanding fountains and old olive trees. The castle has a lot of secrets, one is covered in the medieval cellars. There was found the largest vine barrel which volume is 212 000 litres. …
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