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Culture of Karlsruhe. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
Karlsruhe Technical University remains one of the main symbols of the city. The university was founded in 1825. It is considered one of the oldest and best technical universities in the country. However, curious travelers will be interested in visiting the university from the architectural point of view. The cultural program of any vacation in the city should definitely include visiting the palace complex, the construction of which took place in the first half of the 18th century. The beautiful palace complex made in the Baroque style is surrounded by a huge park. Many years ago an impenetrable forest was located on the site of the palace. The construction of the palace was started right on an undeveloped forest area.
Today this Palace Park is known as the largest and most beautiful park in the city. Its territory often becomes the location of numerous important holidays and festivals. A part of old buildings is now dedicated to the exhibition of Museum of Baden (Badisches Landesmuseum). Next to the palace park travellers will find beautiful Botanical Garden. Baden Museum is known as the largest cultural center of the city. Exhibition halls of the museum are located on four floors, and offer visitors interesting collections of archaeological, historical and ethnographic exhibits.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Karlsruhe and surroundings
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Karlsruhe
Schloss Karlsruhe
Where: Schloss, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 926 6514; Metro: Marktplatz;
Where: Schloss, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 926 6514; Metro: Marktplatz;
Palace Gardens
Where: Schloss, Karlsruhe; Metro: Marktplatz;
Where: Schloss, Karlsruhe; Metro: Marktplatz;
Market Place
Where: Marktplatz, Karlsruhe; Metro: Karlsruhe Marktplatz;
Where: Marktplatz, Karlsruhe; Metro: Karlsruhe Marktplatz;
Zkm (zentrum Für Kunst Und Medientechnologie)
Where: Lorenzstrasse 19, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 81000; Metro: ZKM;
Where: Lorenzstrasse 19, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 81000; Metro: ZKM;
Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe
Where: Hans-Thoma-Strasse 2-6, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 926 3359; Metro: Herrenstrasse and Europaplatz;
Where: Hans-Thoma-Strasse 2-6, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 926 3359; Metro: Herrenstrasse and Europaplatz;
Zoo
Where: Ettlinger Strasse 6, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 133 6801; Metro: Hauptbahnhof, Poststrasse and Augartenstrasse;
Where: Ettlinger Strasse 6, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 133 6801; Metro: Hauptbahnhof, Poststrasse and Augartenstrasse;
Turmberg
Metro: Durlach Turmberg;
Metro: Durlach Turmberg;
Badisches Staatstheater
Where: Baumeisterstrasse 11, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 35570; Metro: Ettlinger;
Where: Baumeisterstrasse 11, Karlsruhe; Telephone: +49 721 35570; Metro: Ettlinger;
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Map of all palaces
Public palaces near Karlsruhe
♥ Palace 'Karlsruhe Palace' , 1.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Bruchsal Castle' , 20.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Schwetzingen Castle' , 44.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Heidelberg Castle' , 51.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Mannheim Palace' , 53.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Castle Solitude' , 56.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Hohenzollern Castle' , 86.9 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Karlsruhe and around
♥ Art museum 'Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 0.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe' Karlsruhe, 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Karlsruhe
♥ Basilique Notre-Dame, Marienthal, 48.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg, Strasbourg, 66.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kaiserdom-Basilika SS. Peter und Paul, Worms, 69.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Dom St. Martin, Rottenburg, 71.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Reichsabtei Lorsch, Lorsch, 73.4 km from the center. On the map
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Unique spots in Karlsruhe and near
Chateau de Lichtenberg
From the series “The greatest France castles ”
Check on the map: Distance from Karlsruhe center - 66.4 km.
A complete reconstruction took place in the castle only in the 20th century. It was supplemented with new interesting installations in its course. Lichtenberg is a permanent venue for a wide variety of cultural events today. Art exhibitions and theatrical performances are held in the renovated halls. The castle is also used for seminars. …
Read further Distance from Karlsruhe center - 66.4 km.
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.
The complex occupies a beautiful building in the neo-Romanesque style, which was built in 1908. At the beginning of the 20th century, a significant part of the apartments and houses of Strasbourg was not connected to the water supply system, so city authorities decided to build a large bath complex close to its center, which all citizens could use. Despite the fact that the public baths have long lost their important paramount importance, they still remain a favourite vacation spot for townspeople and attract a lot of tourists. …
Read further Distance from Karlsruhe center - 65.6 km.
Heidelberger Castle
From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
Check on the map: Distance from Karlsruhe center - 51.1 km.
After the reconstruction in the 19th century the castle became an attractive place for foreign travellers. Every year about a million people visit it. Outside the castle has spacious terraces with a marvellous panorama of the city. The last owner of the castle has made up an accurate guidebook. Until now it is popular among tourists. The castle has a complex structure. There you can see a lot of mashed-up halls and passages. It is quite impossible to walk alone in the castle. That’s why this castle has professional guides who acquaint you with the castle halls and help not to get lost in the labyrinths. …
Read further Distance from Karlsruhe center - 51.1 km.
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Karlsruhe
Landmarks of culture on Karlsruhe map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Karlsruhe. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Karlsruhe: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Karlsruhe. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
