Discover Karlsruhe

City sign Karlsruhe on green lawn at the Südtangente

Sights, culture and accommodation in the fan city

Karlsruhe – city portrait

Karlsruhe, the City of fans in Baden-Württemberg, was founded in 1715 and inspires with its unique, radiant urban structure. The Karlsruhe Castle with castle garden is the heart of the city and starting point for a variety of sights, cultural offerings and leisure activities.

Hotels in Karlsruhe

  • Karlsruhe Castle & Schlossgarten – Landmark with Baden State Museum
  • Botanical Garden of Karlsruhe – Orangeries and exotic plants
  • Zoological city garden – Zoo and recreation in the heart of the city
  • Karlsruhe Market Square with Pyramid – the tomb of the founder of the town
  • Turmberg Durlach – popular destination with panoramic views over the city
  • Günther-Klotz plant – green oasis and venue

Culture & Events

Karlsruhe is culturally diverse:

  • ZKM - Centre for Art and Media as an international highlight
  • Castle light games with spectacular projections
  • Karlsruhe State Theatre and Kunsthalle Karlsruhe for Classical Culture
  • Big events such as Das Fest, Stadtfest Karlsruhe and the Christmas Market attract visitors from all over Germany every year.

Science & Innovation

With the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), the university and numerous IT companies, Karlsruhe belongs to the Karlsruhe Technology Region. In addition, the Federal Court of Justice and the Federal Constitutional Court underline Germany's role as a legal centre.

Leisure, Sport & Recreation

Whether football at the KSC, cycling through the Rhine plain or concerts in the Günther-Klotz-Anlage - Karlsruhe offers variety for sports fans, families and city travelers.

Accommodation in Karlsruhe - Hotels, Apartments & Apartments

If you are looking for accommodation in Karlsruhe, you will find a variety of options:

  • Hotels in Karlsruhe for city breaks or business trips
  • Business apartments in Karlsruhe with kitchen and modern equipment for long-term stays
  • Apartments for holidaymakers and families who appreciate flexibility

Thanks to its easy access to Karlsruhe Central Station, the A5 motorway and its proximity to cities such as Stuttgart, Heidelberg and Strasbourg, Karlsruhe is an ideal starting point for business trips and holidays in Baden-Württemberg.

Experience Karlsruhe easily

Whether you are a business traveller, a city holidaymaker or a family looking for accommodation, Karlsruhe combines history, culture and modern quality of life. The fan city offers hotels, apartments and holiday apartments for every need and makes your stay unforgettable.