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Magdeburg with its amazing history and beautiful green areas, old town and wonderful atmosphere, is a beautiful city is well worth a visit. Magdeburg has had its fair share of history. During the Thirty Years War, the city was almost completely destroyed. It was a religious war that played out between Catholics and Protestants in the Holy Roman Empire. The war started with the Bohemian uprising in 1618 and ended in 1648 with the Peace of Westphalia. A little under three hundred years later, it was all over again and once again Magdeburg was reduced to a smoking heap of ashes during the Allied bombing campaigns towards the end of the Second World War. But the city managed to recover and even survived the GDR era. In 1989, Magdeburg began to spread its wings again, rising like a phoenix from the ashes, and today it is once again a modern metropolis with so much to offer. So why not take a cheap self-drive holiday with Risskov to Magdeburg. The city has several beautiful churches, both Catholic and Protestant and especially the Cathedral of St. Mauritius and St. Katharina are worth a visit. The two towers of the cathedral rise high above the city and can be seen from several kilometres away.

One of the more curious tourist destinations in Magdeburg is certainly the "Wasserstrassenkreuz Magdeburg", which is a crossing point of rivers connecting the Elbe, the Mittellandkanal and the Elbe-Havel canal. Here the ships sail on two levels, which is very exciting to observe and is itself a magnificent architectural masterpiece. The water bridge can also be crossed on foot, so give it a try!

Magdeburg is also more than just churches and beautiful buildings. Take a walk into the city centre and start with a lovely stroll along the "Breter Weg" or "Ernst-Reuter-Allee", which is the traditional shopping area of the city, packed with exciting speciality shops and restaurants and small bistros. Experience the vibrant life of the city from one of the many outdoor cafés and enjoy the German hospitality of this traditional city.

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Dormero Hotel Dessau-Rosslau
Magdeburg
Incl. breakfast & Tasty lunch package
1xOvernight stay incl. breakfast
1xTasty lunch package (take away)
1xAfternoon drink in the bar
1xSalty snacks
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Gasthaus Brockenhexe Schierke
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Magdeburg
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Includes daily 2-course menu
2xOvernights incl. breakfast buffet
2xTasty 2-course menu
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Free parking and internet
1x1 bottle of mineral water
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Which hotels in Magdeburg are best for families on a budget?
Risskov offers many budget-friendly hotel deals in Magdeburg that are perfect for families. Simply use the filter for rooms with extra beds to find the best options—majority of offers include discounted prices for children in extra beds, making it easy to enjoy an affordable family stay.
What is the local cuisine like in Magdeburg and where can I try it?
Magdeburg is known for its unique local cuisine, featuring traditional dishes and regional specialties. You can sample authentic flavors at restaurants, cafes, and local markets throughout the area.
Which hotels in Magdeburg are best for cycling trips?
Risskov offers a variety of hotels in Magdeburg that are suitable for cycling trips, with convenient locations for exploring the local area by bike. Guests can enjoy cycling through nearby towns, villages, or countryside at their own pace.