O que ver em Darmstadt

Is a hilltop castle located near Darmstadt in Mühltal. The castle is first mentioned in the records in the year 948, and initial construction of the castle ruins remaining today began in the 13th century. The 14th and 15th centuries saw expansion, followed by construction of reinforcements in the 16th.…

to see the most interesting ones. This is the most beautiful part of Darmstadt. There is also a small park, an art museum and a Russian-style Chapel there. In 1899 Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig invited seven artists to come to Darmstadt and, thus, the Artists’ Colony Mathildenhöhe was founded. The first of four large art exhibitions took place in 1901.…

Darmstadt's landmark, a statue on a huge sandstone column located right in the city center. When you visit Darmstadt, you can't miss it. On the first Saturday of every month (and during special events) it is open for the public, meaning that you can climb the column (through a stair located on the inside) and get a bea…

a nice walk up the hill south of the Bessungen neighbourhood; the hill offers one of the best views over the city; there is also a small place for food and drings (Lugwigsklause, hours/opening times unknown)

The huge Hundertwasser house was finished in 2000. It is a wonderful example for Friedensreich Hundertwasser's (the famous Austrian architect and painter) colourful architectural designs.

Railway museum operated by volunteers. Various special events through the year. During special events you might get a chance to ride to and from central station on a historic train.

A nice baroque garden with several fountains is in the south of Darmstadt in the heart of Bessungen. In the summer people are playing boule or just relaxing in the grass.

A park in the east of Darmstadt, just around the corner from the Ostbahnhof (east railway station). Don't miss out on the rose garden!

exhibit of the Grand Ducal Hessian Porcelain Collection was set up by Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig of Hesse and by Rhine