Baden-Baden City Guide
The lovely German town of Baden-Baden is best known for its natural springs, but there is a lot more to Baden-Baden than that. Try your hand at the casino, see modern art at the Museum Frieder Burda or take in the views from the historic Altes Schloss.
What to do and see in and around Baden-Baden
Trinkhalle
Make the most of Baden-Baden’s natural springs with a visit to the Trinkhalle or Pump Room where you can drink from the 17,000 Friedrichsbad spring. With the Trinkhalle’s Corinthian pillars and striking murals you would be forgiven for thinking you were back in Roman times.
Caracalla Spa
Of course you can’t visit a city called Baden-Baden with out taking a dip yourself, the Carcalla Spa comprises of 12 natural springs, marble columns and beautiful blue pools. Once you visit you may never want to leave.
Casino
Baden-Baden’s Casino is the oldest casino in Germany and is decorated in the French style. With a history of over 250 years it is easy to see how the plush surroundings of this popular casino used to be a meeting place for noblemen of Baden-Baden’s society. Fortunately (or not, depending on how lucky you are) this wonderful casino is now open to the general public and is a must see on your visit to Baden-Baden.
Altes Schloss
For fabulous views of Baden-Baden, the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley we suggest you visit Hohenbaden Castle or Altes Schloss (Old Castle), which dates back to 1102. Explore winding staircases, and dark dungeons in this fabulous piece of regional history.
Friedrichsbad
Friedrichsbad has been combining Irish and Roman bathing traditions for over 125 years and relax in thermal waters under a frescoed central dome. The American novelist, Mark Twain, has even taken the waters here.
Museum Frieder Burda
The latest addition to Baden-Baden’s cultural Lichtentaler Allee is the naturally lit and wonderfully designed Museum Frieder Burda by the American architect Richard Meier. Dedicated to modern art this fabulous building contains work by Max Beckmann, Pablo Picasso and Mark Rothko to name but a few.
Roman Bath Ruins
Step back in time at the Roman Bath Ruins where you can see the 2000 year old remains of ancient Rome’s bathing culture. Make sure you watch the short animation to give you an insight into the world of the Romans' bath time.
Brahm’s House
Classical music lovers may want to pay a visit to Lichtental No.8, also known as the summer house of one Johannes Brahms and see where he wrote many of his famous pieces.
Lichtentaler Allee
Somewhat of a feast for the eyes, Lichtentaler Allee is Baden-Baden’s most desired address. This 350 year old avenue is lined with man-made beauties in the form of mansions and hotels, and natural delights in the form of lovely trees and the sparkling River Oos.
Russian Church
Bringing a touch of Siberia to Badan-Baden, this 19th century Russian Church, complete with golden dome is the handy work of Vladimir Potemkin and Bernhard Belzer. Pop inside to see the frescoed interior.
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