Wiesbaden, Germany is very dear to me. Not because I love the Marktplatz and Marktkirche or the many parks and restaurants. But I was born here and have fond memories of this beautiful city. With obvious reasons, I don’t remember much of Wiesbaden in my younger years but I’ve traveled to Wiesbaden many times growing up and in recent years. Wiesbaden is very accessible to travelers given how close it is to Frankfurt. Wiesbaden has everything visitors can expect of when it comes to a German city. Beautiful churches, large open green spaces, international restaurants, shopping, a train station, and access to other spectacular destinations around this region of Germany. Whether it’s your first time here or you’ve been to Wiesbaden many times, here are my recommendations on places to visit in Wiesbaden. 🇩🇪
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Wiesbaden (pronounced, vees- baa-din) is a city located in the German state of Hesse. As a reference, Wiesbaden is about 30 Km from Frankfurt and is easily accessible by both vehicle and train.
Wiesbaden is located along Germany’s Rhine River adjacent from the city of Mainz. 🇩🇪
Places to Visit in Wiesbaden
Wiesbaden deserves a minimum of one day to explore but two days would be ideal. I’d recommend making Wiesbaden a home base and traveling to other nearby cities and towns in the region. There are so many attractions in Wiesbaden and the surrounding area. If you are into sightseeing, partying or checking out nightlife, or even getting out to enjoy the great outdoors, then Wiesbaden is a great place to visit. Below is a list of attractions and places I recommend visiting when traveling to Wiesbaden.
Der Andechser im Ratskeller
Looking for a good restaurant in Wiesbaden that serves traditional food, has great beer, and a traditional atmosphere? Then I recommend going to Der Andechser im Ratskeller.
The Andechser im Ratskeller is located beneath the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall). The restaurant is huge and has a traditional Bavarian theme.
Beer wise, I tried their Special Hell, Weissbier Dunkel, and Radler. I found all the beers to be very good, especially the dunkel.
Since we spent most of our time in Northern Germany this last trip, I didn’t get a chance to eat much Bavarian Food. So we ordered a leberknödelsuppe which is a beef liver soup. Perfect for an appetizer on a cold and rainy fall day. Jill ordered her favorite spätzle dish and I had a schnitzel with an egg. Everything was delicious. I would highly recommend coming to Der Andechser im Ratskeller for a meal and a decent beer.
Goldgasse
The Goldgasse is another exciting place in Wiesbaden, especially if you are a foodie. This is a skinny stretch of restaurants, tapas bars, and cafes in the heart of Wiesbaden. This area has a few higher end restaurants but there is a good mix of casual restaurants and places to just sit and have a coffee or beer.
Heidenmauer
One of the more interesting and historical sites in Wiesbaden is the Heidenmauer. The Heidenmauer is part of a Roman defensive wall that was built around the year 370 AD. Considering it’s an ancient Roman structure, this is considered the oldest structure in the city of Wiesbaden. Many Roman sites have been discovered in this region. Wiesbaden is not that far from the city of Trier which was founded by the Romans. Even in Mainz, they are uncovering a Roman theater.
Kurpark
Another place to visit in Wiesbaden is Kurpark which is a large spa park in Wiesbaden. Wiesbaden is known as a “spa town.” In fact Wiesbaden means or translates to “Meadow Baths.”
The park is a great place to escape the city and enjoy nature and other leisure activities. There is a lake in the center of Kurpark and many trails. Concerts take place here as well as other events throughout the year.
For more information on the Kurpark and other attractions around Wiesbaden, check out the official Wiesbaden website.
Marktkirche (Market Church)
The Marktkirche in Wiesbaden is a Protestant Church that was built in the mid 1800’s. What makes the Marktkirche unique compared to other churches in the region is that it’s entirely made from Bricks. It’s striking reddish color stands out amongst the skyline of Wiesbaden.
Visitors can freely walk inside the church during opening hours. I would say that the interior is not as impressive as the exterior but still worth it. The Marktkirche would be my most recommended of the places to visit in Wiesbaden because it is so iconic and unique.
Schlossplatz (Castle Square)
The Schlossplatz or Castle Square in Wiesbaden is the historic town square in the center of town. Here you can find the Stadtschloss, Rathaus, and Marktkirche.
Like many market places and town squares throughout Germany, many special events take place here during the year.
Warmer Damm
Warmer Damm is another public park in the heart of the city next to Kurpark. There is a decent size pond here and a few trails. The Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden is on the outskirt of the park. Otherwise, it’s a nice park just to relax and rewind.
Fun Day Trips from Wiesbaden
Because of the location of the city, there are so many opportunities for day trips from Wiesbaden. Wiesbaden is well connected whether it be by train, major highways, or bike trails. In reality, there are hundreds of places you can visit from Wiesbaden, not to mention you can drive a few hours from here and cross other country borders like Luxembourg and France. Here are a few cities that are very doable as a day trip from Wiesbaden that are well worth a visit.
Ascahffenburg and Mespelbrunn
About a 40 minute drive from Wiesbaden, Aschaffenburg is an underrated city in Germany. Aschaffenburg has beautiful churches and a Schloss Johannisburg is not to be missed.
Not far from Aschaffenburg is Mespelbrunn, most notable for Schloss Mespelbrunn (pictured). Mespelbrunn is a historic castle surrounded by a beautiful moat.
Frankfurt
Frankfurt has a bad reputation among Germans and other visitors. I understand why, near the train station, there are a lot of homeless and troubled individuals that hang out on the streets nearby. Plus, many think Frankfurt, being a financial city, there is nothing to do here.
I’ve been to Frankfurt several times. Most recently I was here in August of 2019 for a couple days before heading to the airport back to the United States. Once you get away from the train station, there are so many cool districts and neighborhoods in Frankfurt, I actually really enjoyed this city.
If visiting Frankfurt, I’d recommend visiting the Römerberg and seeing the timber houses, checking out Domplatz, and trying apple wine with a nice German meal.
Mainz
Mainz is literally across the Rhine River from Wiesbaden. Mainz is a very interesting city with a deep history.
There is a train station here, the Mainz Römisches Theater (Roman Theater) next to the Roman Theater that is being excavated. As far as I know, they are still uncovering the theater, it’s massive! One of the most impressive and oldest cathedrals in Germany is the Mainz Cathedral. There is so much to explore in Mainz, it deserves a minimum of a day. I haven’t visited Mainz in a while, I don’t have any photos of Mainz, the attached photo is from a nearby castle along the Rhine River.
Würzburg
About an hour and a half from Wiesbaden is the beautiful city of Würzburg. Würzburg is known for the Residence which is a UNESCO site and one of the most gorgeous palaces in Germany. There is also the old Main Brucke (bridge) and Marienberg Fortress.
So, is Wiesbaden worth visiting?
Given its proximity to Frankfurt, Wiesbaden is well worth visiting. In fact, I’d recommend spending at least a day in Wiesbaden but multiple days would allow visitors to fully explore the city and surrounding areas. I mean you can basically cross a bridge and end up in the city of Mainz which deserves a full day in itself to explore.
There are many attractions and things to do in Wiesbaden that can keep anyone occupied. Visit the churches, relax in the parks, and try traditional and international dishes. Wiesbaden is a must if visiting Germany.
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