Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Darmstadt
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Darmstadt with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Darmstadt area
This Darmstadt map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Darmstadt and surroundings
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Germany
One of the most important public holidays in Germany is the Day of German Unity associated with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the unification of the country. It is widely celebrated on October 3. Official celebrations are held every year in different cities. In the capital, at the Brandenburg Gate, tents and stages are set up. Folk festivities in Germany are a way to relax; they make locals feel proud for their country and its history. During such holidays, Germans do not stint on emotions and really have fun. Christmas in Germany is another wonderful holiday, a time of miracles and magic. The houses are decorated four weeks before the holiday. The less time remains before it, the more lights and candles fill windows, storefronts, and streets. Throughout the country, the famous Christmas markets open, where you can buy souvenirs, decorations for the Christmas tree, gifts, and Christmas cookies. The most important fair is held in Nuremberg. … Open
Photogallery of Darmstadt sights
Our guide to Darmstadt
Festivals and events in Darmstadt
In late August, gourmets gather at the Wine Festival Darmstadt where, as you might guess, visitors have a chance to taste the best wines from local producers. In addition, you can try all sorts of beer snacks. Centralstation serves as the venue. We can't fail to mention Weihnachtsmarkt that opens in Darmstadt in late November and lasts until Christmas on Ernst-Ludwig-Platz, Friedensplatz, Luisenplatz and, of … Open

Hotels for romantic escape
In a very spectacular modern building, the facade of which is completely lined with mirror panels, is situated the Maritim Rhein-Main Hotel. The hotel offers couples all the conditions necessary to organize a vacation they will never forget; it has chic double rooms decorated in pink and furnished in the style of past years. Maritim Rhein-Main Hotel has an elegant international restaurant, Rôtisserie, where live … Open

Active recreation
Traveling to Darmstadt without visiting the most famous castle located nearby? This is simply impossible - everybody would ask you about whether you've visited Frankenstein Castle or not. Legends associated with the castle, stories about the alchemist Johann Conrad Dippel, mysticism enveloping the castle like the moonlight fills the Earth - all this attracts tourists. One should definitely listen to all the stories … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets
For unusual memorable gifts go to Antiquitäten-Haus Heymann store. As you can guess from the title, it specializes in selling antiquities. The choice of goods is just great. Interesting inexpensive souvenirs and elegant works of art with centuries-long history are always on offer. For those who expect to bring elite alcohol and delicious gifts for their loved ones, Geträenkemarkt Maruhn covered market will be … Open

Stylish hotels
The comfortable Hotel ATLANTA is housed in a very spectacular historical building. In beautifying its interior, amazing traditions from past centuries were taken into account. Aristocratic blue carpeting and rug strips on the staircases, elegant furniture, and precious wood finishes, wallpaper with patterns in the style of past years and interesting paintings, all give you that feeling of being in a sophisticated … Open

Darmstadt for children - what to visit
Those who like to spend time outdoors should definitely visit the park Herrngarten. It is considered the most beautiful in the city. It is nice to walk along this park on foot or ride a bicycle, studying the variety of plants and trees. There are a lot of birds in the park and children will definitely like to feed them. There are also special areas on its territory where you can have a picnic. In addition to a … Open
