Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Hesse, Germany

March 20, 2022 Cedrick Jardin

Hesse (/ˈhɛsə/) or Hessia (German: Hessen [ˈhɛsn̩], Hessian dialect: Hesse [ˈhɛzə]) is a federal state (Land) of the Federal Republic of Germany, with just over six million inhabitants. The state capital is Wiesbaden; the largest city is Frankfurt am Main. Until the unification of Germany, the territory of Hesse was occupied by the Grand Duchy of Hesse, the Duchy of Nassau, the free city of Frankfurt and the Electorate of Hesse, known also as Hesse-Cassel. Due to divisions after World War II, the modern federal state does not cover the entire cultural region of Hesse, which includes both the State of Hesse and the area known as Rhenish Hesse (Rheinhessen) in the neighbouring state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Restaurants in Hesse

1. Kurhaus

Kurhausplatz 1, 65189 Wiesbaden, Hesse Germany +49 611 1729290 http://www.wiesbaden.de/kurhaus/
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4.5 based on 348 reviews

Kurhaus

This central location of Wiesbaden nightlife, the Kurhaus is most famous for its renowned casino.

Reviewed By Sagri2013 - Indianapolis, United States

We were stunned by visiting this impressive building. The Kurhaus Wiesbaden, a cure house as it means, built in 1907, is a place of marvelous historic architecture and state-of-the-art comfort, the perfect blend of relaxation, experience, beauty, and functionality. Since its inauguration, it has been a center of social events in the city. With its twelve magnificent halls and salons, it offers the ideal venue for galas, seminars, conferences, and congresses. It has also been used for filming TV series and movies. The neoclassical architecture houses a convention center and a casino. The building is divided into two equal-sized wings. In the south wing there is a large central pillar-lined concert hall. The north wing houses the smaller ballroom, a restaurant, and the main portion of the Casino, or Spielbank, which offers roulette, blackjack, and poker. During the 1980s, the Kurhaus underwent an extensive renovation and was equipped with modern conference technology. A landmark of an elegant city, it is surrounded by a lot of green, and splendid historical buildings. A complex of 12 rooms and parlors of varying size and style, several restaurants and the Casino, all assembled under one roof. For me, this has a significant status – my son Wasif Sagri attended his graduation ceremony at this splendid convention center on completion of his MBA in International Business Administration.

2. Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)

Ruedesheim am Rhein, Hesse Germany +49 6722 7103370 http://www.niederwalddenkmal.de
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4.5 based on 1,336 reviews

Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)

This majestic statue, over 30 feet tall, sits atop Rüdesheim's National Monument.

Reviewed By DingDongBells

Great monument and a great ride up in the cable car with great view over the Rhine, cafe at the top for lunch

3. Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus)

Domplatz 1, 60311 Frankfurt, Hesse Germany +49 69 2970320 http://www.dom-frankfurt.de
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4.5 based on 2,602 reviews

Cathedral of St. Bartholomew (Dom St. Bartholomaus)

This historic cathedral served for 300 years as the site of coronation for Holy Roman Emperors.

Reviewed By 612billyq - Dublin, Ireland

The St. Bartholomew Cathedral tower is well worth climbing for the views of the old town, the Main river & greater Frankfurt. The viewing platforms are at a height of 66 meters and are reached via a long stone spiral stairs. Hard on the legs as there are no stops along the way. Well worth it though for the amazing 360 degree views from the top. The descent is easier.

4. Old Opera House (Alte Oper)

Opernplatz 1, 60313 Frankfurt, Hesse Germany +49 69 1340400 [email protected] http://www.alteoper.de/
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4.5 based on 1,167 reviews

Old Opera House (Alte Oper)

Destroyed by Allied bombing in 1944, Frankfurt's beautifully reconstructed opera house was reopened in 1981. It's now a major venue for concerts and operas.

Reviewed By bsandrs - Portsmouth, United Kingdom

The old Opera House was basically destroyed during the war, but has risen Phoenix like with a superb warm and great sounding interior. Very close to our hotel, a free evening for us in the City coincided with an excellent concert by the Frankfurt Radio Orchestra, which was an unexpected musical treat for us. The quality of the orchestra and soloist could not be faulted and we would certainly visit again.

5. Fulda Cathedral

Domplatz, Fulda, Hesse Germany +49 661 1021813 http://www.bistum-fulda.de
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4.5 based on 467 reviews

Fulda Cathedral

Reviewed By Jones_fromSouthGA - Kingsland, United States

Sights within the cathedral are breathtaking - the organ, the baroque paintings, the sculptures-we even heard that St. Boniface's mistress is buried along with him. (Shhh-don't tell.) A few of these sculptures made me smile (I wouldn't laugh aloud, of course, and all visitors did give the church its deserved reverence). Don't miss stopping here!

6. Main Tower

Neue Mainzer Str. 52 - 58, 60311 Frankfurt, Hesse Germany +49 69 913201 http://www.maintower.de
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4.5 based on 3,763 reviews

Main Tower

The Main Tower is one of the highest buildings in Frankfurt. Climb to the top of this 200-meter high building (take an elevator for the first 190 meters and walk the last 10) for incomparable views of the city.

Reviewed By Hishooo - Alexandria, Egypt

Must see, i recommend you want through römerberg area and opera house on foot then go to main tower, you will definitely enjoy the view and the history of all the buildings you came across. I got 20% off with Frankfurt card that includes unlimited rides of public transit and trip to/from Airport.

7. Romer

Roemerberg 27, 60311 Frankfurt, Hesse Germany +49 69 21234920 http://www.frankfurt.de/sixcms/detail.php?id=3828&_ffmpar[_id_inhalt]=54351
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Romer

The site of Frankfurt's city hall since 1405, this historic building remains the defining symbol of the city's historic past.

8. Deutsche Bank Park

Moerfelder Landstrasse 362, 60528 Frankfurt, Hesse Germany +49 69 238080121 [email protected] http://www.deutschebankpark.de
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Deutsche Bank Park

The Deutsche Bank Park stands on the site of its great predecessor – the legendary Frankfurt Waldstadion. It forms an integral part of German sporting history and has always been the focal point of life in the region. The Waldstadion has gone through many changes in the past and has now, at the start of the new millennium, been completely refurbished and given a new strategic concept. The fantastic sportsmen who have played here and the spectacular football matches that have taken place are never to be forgotten.The new arena was built for sports, concerts, business events and all kinds of large gatherings. Depending on the event, it can hold up to 55,000 spectators – multi-functionality is an important aspect. The exact circumference is 860 metres; the length is 210 metres and the width 190 metres. No pillars obstruct direct view onto the pitch and the front rows are only a few metres away from the edge of the field.

9. Limburg Cathedral

Limburg, Hesse Germany +49 6431 929983 http://www.limburgerdom.de
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4.5 based on 395 reviews

Limburg Cathedral

Reviewed By Asta365 - Kent, United States

The Cathedral in Limburg am Lahn is well worth a detour from the A3. Beautifully situated above a small old-town, with scenic views of the Lahn River, this Cathedral is a flamboyant late Romanesque design with many distinctive details. The exterior painting of the building is very colorful and the interior stone arches and galleries are a delight to see. While not covered with statuary, there are several superb stone carvings inside. The nativity scene is creative and includes running water in a small stream, live goldfish, and a carved elephant that is part of the wise men’s caravan. There is no entry fee. There is limited parking near the Dom and a W/C at the bottom of the plaza.

10. Baha'i House of Worship

Eppsteiner Str. 89, 65719 Hofheim am Taunus, Hesse Germany +49 4961 92901677 biz @ bahai.de http://www.bahai.de/
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Baha'i House of Worship

Reviewed By Ahmootha - Subang Jaya, Malaysia

The visitor Centre was beautiful, they served tea, and there is a bookshop and common exhibition room. The temple itself is beautiful and so serene.

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