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Schwetzingen Castle

This impressive castle in Schwetzingen has roots dating back to 1350. At that time, however, there was only a small castle surrounded by moats, which in the 1600s was replaced by a large hunting lodge, and it was not until the early 1700s that the present castle took shape. The castle has been the summer residence of the Palatine electors over the centuries and many of the original details and interiors have been carefully preserved.

Today it is the city's number one tourist attraction, with beautiful, harmonious gardens and a variety of guided tours and major international music festivals and performances. The palace gardens are unique in that they express in a quite subtle way the different movements of history in architecture and garden design, with several different, and sometimes even contradictory, styles. Thus, for example, you will see Roman, English, French, Romantic and Baroque features on your way around. If you are on holiday in Schwetzingen or the surrounding area, you should definitely stop by the castle, which is located in the city's Altstadt!

Heidelberg

A visit to Heidelberg, 20 km from Mannheim, is a step back in time to a medieval world where knights and castles were commonplace and monks were busy brewing beer in their monasteries. You'll spot the towering red sandstone castle of Heidelberg and its towers atop a hill in the centre of Heidelberg. Here it stands overlooking cobbled streets, historic houses and on a stroll, you'll quickly sense the charm of the bustling university town. With the River Neckar meandering through the city, pleasure boats and old bridges, hills covered in greenery, and a lively downtown core filled with artsy boutiques and cafes covered in ivy, Heidelberg is an idyllic place to visit, even without the castle. But Heidelberg Castle (Heidelberg Schloss) is the city's crown, pride and joy and should definitely be experienced when on a family holiday or weekend break in southern Germany.

Technoseum

The Technoseum in Mannheim is one of Germany's major technology museums, tracing 200 years of technical and social history. It offers hands-on exhibits on science and technology, making it an interactive journey through time. Suitable for visitors interested in the evolution of technology and its impact on society, the museum combines information with experience.

Kunsthalle

Go on a cheap summer holiday south and visit Frankfurt am Main and Mannheim with Risskov. Find child-friendly hotels for your car holiday and get away with the whole family in your own temppo. Visit the German city of Mannheim which is just south of Frankfurt am Mail. Mannheim offers several museums where especially the collections of Mannheimer Kunsthalle are worth a visit. The collections include paintings from German and French Impressionism, Neue Sachlichkeit from 1920s Germany, Expressionism and abstract German and French Informal Art. Find a cheap self-drive holiday with Risskov and go on a real family holiday full of cultural and active experiences.

Shoppinggaden Planken

En af Tysklands bedste shoppinggader med Vandtårnet for enden.

Mannheim Palace

The Palace of Mannheim is the city's most famous landmark and one of the largest Baroque palaces in Europe. It was originally commissioned by the city's prince Karl Phillip in 1720. Today the beautiful palace houses parts of the University of Mannheim and in 2007 the palace was renovated after many years when no one had done anything to maintain the old building. The palace is therefore an obvious destination on a cheap car holiday in Germany.

Mannheim

Mannheim is the second largest city in the German state of Baden-Württemberg and the city represents the modern lifestyle. The city centre is built up of squares and it is easy and fast to get around the streets on foot. The cosy streets are filled with small shops, coffee bars, international cafés, restaurants and hip nightclubs. The streets invite you to shop and a survey has shown that Mannheim's main shopping street, Planken, is among the top five most popular in Germany. On a cheap summer holiday south in your own car, it's easy to visit this cosy city.

Reiss-Engelhorn-museerne

The Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen, located in Mannheim, Germany, are a cultural and historical hub offering diverse exhibitions that span across history, art, archaeology, and science. Known for its multifaceted collections, the museums engage visitors with artifacts from ancient cultures, fine arts, and photography. The museum complex is well-regarded for its contributions to cultural heritage and research, attracting scholars and tourists alike.

German Wine Route (Deutsche Weinstrasse)

The area in Germany is known for its wine, and there is a well-known wine route which has some very distinctive yellow signs marking it. It runs from Wissembourg in France to Bockenheim in Germany and is approximately 85 kilometers long.

Christmas market in Frankfurt

Open

24th November to 22nd December 2025

Mon-Sat: 10am-9pm

Sun: 11am-9pm

Please note that dates and opening hours may vary. You can visit the Christmas market's own website with current information.

The Christmas market in Frankfurt is over 600 years old and attracts millions of visitors to the city every year. More than 200 cosy Christmas decorated stalls offer everything from culinary experiences, to a choice of traditional and homemade Christmas gift ideas. The Christmas market in Frankfurt is a must for everyone.

The many cosy Christmas stalls spread throughout Frankfurt, from Römerberg to Paulsplatz and Mainkai. In addition to the many stalls, the Christmas market in Frankfurt offers a large and varied programme; you can, for example, hear the tower blowers from the balcony of the Nikolai church, the chimes around the 30-metre-high Christmas tree and lots of other concerts.

If the huge Christmas market seems overwhelming, there's help too: under the motto "Glühwein, Geschichten und Gebäck" (Mulled wine/mulled wine, fairy tales and cakes), it's possible to book a guided tour of Frankfurt's huge Christmas market. Here you will be shown around while getting an insight into the history and traditions of the Christmas market.

All this, of course, is beautifully combined with the scents of the many traditional German specialities, which help to create the unique atmosphere that prevails throughout Frankfurt during the Christmas months.