Stuttgart: Museums, Architecture and Wine Village
Accommodation in Stuttgart
Stuttgart’s television tower was the world’s first television tower made of reinforced concrete. In good weather, you can see as far as the Swabian Jura from the observation deck. Architectural history and views go hand in hand here; art collections, green spaces and regional food culture also shape the many ways to experience a stay in Stuttgart.
Art, Architecture and World Heritage
The Staatsgalerie brings together 800 years of art history, from old Swabian art to international works; its masterpieces span the 14th century to the present day. You can also explore architectural history at the Weissenhof Estate: the semi-detached house by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2016. The Le Corbusier House on the estate has been a museum since 2006.
The Wilhelma is Germany’s only institution combining a zoo and a botanical garden. It is home to around 11,000 animals from almost 1,200 species. At the same time, the 19th-century park is protected as a designated cultural monument.
Vehicles and Museums
The Mercedes-Benz Museum displays 160 vehicles and more than 1,500 exhibits in total. The Porsche Museum features more than 80 vehicles and numerous smaller exhibits. It also offers a special insight into the work involved in maintaining historic vehicles: visitors can watch specialists carry out repairs through a glass window.
Green Spaces and Getting Your Bearings
Schlossplatz is a green oasis in the heart of Stuttgart, right next to the Königstraße shopping street. At Rosenstein Park, you can stroll among native and exotic trees across 100 hectares. Stuttgart’s parks and green spaces cover around 600 hectares; they are carefully landscaped and ecologically maintained. The viewing terrace at Weißenburg Park offers one of the finest views over central Stuttgart.
On Foot and on the Water
The Blaustrümpflerweg is a 7.5-kilometre circular route within Stuttgart’s city limits. Its length is a practical guide when planning a walking tour. Visitors can go pedal boating on Max-Eyth-See. Around the Bärenschlössle in western Stuttgart, paths and trails invite you to walk, cycle and jog.
Wine Village and Spring Festival
Since 1974, the Stuttgart Wine Village has taken place every year from late August to early September. You can sample wines from Baden-Württemberg and enjoy traditional Swabian dishes there; the Hocketse tradition celebrates regional food and wine. The Stuttgart Spring Festival takes place annually between mid-April and early May. The two recurring festivals therefore fall at different times of the year. If a festival is the reason for your trip, check the dates for the relevant year.
Your reason for travelling can help determine which hotel to choose: art and architecture, vehicle museums, green spaces or a seasonal festival each offer a different focus.
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