Who did not hear this beckoning word "Baden-Baden"? Germany, whose attractions include not only ancient fortresses, medieval cities and picturesque Rhine cliffs, but also thermal spas, is very rich in healing waters. Baden-Baden is a symbol of respectable rest with an eye on healing from various diseases. But this city is not known by the waters alone. There are castles and monasteries, parks and theaters, it hosts various cultural festivals. But first things first.
Baden-Baden: Resort Attractions
It is known that the main iconic places of the city are casinos and kurhaus. These buildings, built in the style of French classicism, have been attracting visitors for more than two hundred and fifty years. In the complex, they are the two largest entertainment centers. Initially, they were designed to take the time of guests who came for treatment, but subsequently acquired independent significance. The kurhaus organizes balls, concerts and performances of the stars. And in a casino, which is considered the most beautiful in the world, incredible adventures await gambling lovers. No wonder Dostoevsky spent time here. But you need to be dressed accordingly - men must be with a tie. Nearby is the Trinkhalle Pavilion, where you can drink mineral water and admire frescoes based on local folklore.
Baden-Baden historic sites
The city center itself is interesting - four main streets diverge from Leopold Square. Not far from Goetheplatz begins the Lichtenal Alley with the famous Baden Theater. The already mentioned casinos and kurhaus are also very close by. From them the alley runs along the small but very picturesque Oos River right to the most interesting place - the Lichtental Nunnery. It is open to visitors, and there is nothing to pay for it. And in the monastery shop you can buy as souvenirs items made by the hands of women who have dedicated themselves to God. But this is not the whole of Baden-Baden. Its sights are just beginning to open to you. The Lichtenal Alley itself is a street along which famous people, including emperors and kings, have walked for three hundred years. But in the Middle Ages, the city belonged to the local Margraves, and they built two castles here - the Old one, the ruins of which can be seen, and the New one - on Mount Florentinerberg (it is now being rebuilt into a hotel). And in the territory of the modern bathhouse "The Baths of Caracalla" you can see the remains of baths built by the ancient Romans.
Baden-Baden: Cultural Attractions Parks and museums
This stylish city has an original selection of museums. All of them breathe some special exclusivity. Contemporary art - Picasso, Mack, Shelves - is waiting for you in the collection of Frieder Burda. He is still in the same alley. Not very far from the museum you can visit the Brahms house - the famous composer lived here for more than ten years, and his music in the city is very popular. It also houses the world's only collection of products from the popular supplier of the Russian imperial court, Faberge. A collection of three thousand artifacts costs about one and a half billion dollars. Well, after enjoying the art, you can walk through the city parks. As in many German resorts, beloved by the aristocracy of the 19th century, everything is surrounded by greenery. The casino surrounds the beautiful Kurpark. The Genneranlage garden is so beautiful that tourists compare it with a fairy tale embodied in nature, and Mount Florentinenberg looks especially charming in spring when lemons and oranges bloom - the microclimate is so unique in the city.
In order not to miss any of the iconic places of the city, you will most likely need a map of Baden-Baden with attractions. You can get it at the Tourist Information Center or at any hotel where you stay.