The Fan City Karlsruhe
Founded in 1715 as a baroque “planned” city, Karlsruhe is now the second largest city in Baden-Württemberg home to around 315,000 residents. Known as the “gateway to the Black Forest,” this lively and vibrant city is surrounded by green countryside.Thanks to its location on the Upper Rhine, Karlsruhe is also one of Germany’s sunniest cities – where lifestyle and enjoyment take centre stage.
Karlsruhe owes its nickname "fan-shaped city" to the fanlike city plan commissioned by its founder, Margrave Karl Wilhelm. Culture is at the heart of Karlsruhe: visitors can explore historically significant galleries, world-class museums, and first-class theatres, as well as a thriving cabaret scene and high culture ranging from opera to ballet. With its film festivals, concert series, and diverse public art, Karlsruhe offers something for everyone – from families to culture enthusiasts, young and old alike.
Karlsruhe: the city of culture for explorers and connoisseurs!
Norbert M., Kulturliebhaber aus Düren
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The architecturally impressive observation deck on the Turmberg in the Durlach district offers a stunning panoramic view. On clear days, the view stretches from the Vosges and Palatinate Mountains across the Kurpfalz and the Rhine plain – and over the entire city of Karlsruhe.
Enjoy the key sights in a double-decker bus! An audio guide provides fascinating and entertaining information about the city and its history on a HopOn HopOff CityTour.
Culture lovers shouldn’t miss KAMUNA, one of Germany’s longest-running museum nights. On the first Saturday in August, museums and cultural institutions across the city open their doors late into the night, offering a special experience for visitors of all ages.
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