Wiesbaden in considered the main city of the district that has the same name. The district is referred to a German province Hessen-Nassau and is located 5 km away from the Rheine River. In 2005 the population of this city estimated 286 thousands of people. Wiesbaden is also one of the oldest resorts of Germany.
In Wiesbaden you will find a great variety of gastronomic facilities of various levels and will be offered to try food of various culinary traditions. Rest in local restaurants will bring … Open
Every year in the middle of August Wiesbaden hosts the world-famous wine festival - Rheingau Wine Festival. The festival traditionally attracts fans of this drink from all over the world. … Open
Among places of interest in Wiesbaden we should definitely mention Palace Square with Duke’s Palace, New and Old Town Halls, Marktkirche Church, and Museum of Wiesbaden that exhibits a large collection of modern art, pictures by multiple artists and numerous ancient artifacts from Nassau Duchy. Casino of Wiesbaden can be truly called a museum as it has been visited by such famous people as Otto von Bismarck, Richard Wagner, Elvis Presley; the novel “Player” by Dostoevsky is written in the memory of the author’s gambling in the casino of Wiesbaden. Finally, climb Neroberg Mountain in order to see panoramic views of the city. Here are also built “Greek Chapel” and a Russian Temple of St. Elisabeth.
A beautiful Russian church, which is located on Mount Neroberg, is considered the main symbol of the city. The church was built in a unique Russian-Byzantine style and is a replica of Christ … Open
The most interesting religious monument of Wiesbaden is the Wiesbaden’s Market Church. The very first church was built in its place in the Middle Ages. However, by the middle of the 19th century, it was completely destroyed. In 1853, in its place the building of a new church began. It is possible to admire the spectacular view of this church even now. The main value of the historical church is considered to be the organ that was installed in it as far back as 1863. This unique musical instrument made the church a permanent venue for music festivals. The church is also noteworthy for its luxurious decoration, and for more than 150 years it has not changed at all.
Wiesbaden will definitely please fans of active pastime by a huge choice of entertainment. The city’s center is the location of Holiday Park - a favorite place of rest of both locals … Open
One of the most interesting and picturesque streets of Wiesbaden, suitable for hiking, is Schwalbacher Straße. The very first road appeared here more than 300 years ago, and in the first half of the 19th century it was modernized. Today, along the main city road, there are beautiful historical buildings. Also, a legendary mineral spring is located here. It was by chance discovered as far back as 1731. A few years later it was transformed into a beautiful fountain, which continues to decorate the street even now.