Mercure Hotel Plaza Magdeburg

Magdeburg

Magdeburg is with its amazing history and beautiful green areas, old town and wonderful atmosphere this beautiful city is definitely 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 the 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.

SOLEPARK Schönebeck

SOLEPARK Schönebeck, located in the town of Schönebeck, is famous for its therapeutic saltwater spas and the informative Salt Museum, highlighting the historical importance of salt production. The park's Kunsthof area also hosts various art exhibitions and cultural events, attracting art enthusiasts and cultural explorers. This site offers a unique combination of wellness, historical education, and cultural activities.

Neugattersleben Castle

The village of Neugattersleben is architecturally characterised by the old Neugattersleben castle. The castle's history dates back to the 13th century and had its heyday as a regional noble centre from the 16th century, when the influential Alvensleben family took over the castle and many important historical figures came to stay. For many years the castle was surrounded by a magnificent Baroque garden, while today it is used as a development centre and school for agriculture.

Neugattersleben

Neugattersleben is an old village of just under 1000 inhabitants with roots dating back to the Middle Ages, when it was first mentioned in a historical source. The town is idyllically situated between forests, fields and lakes and has a quiet village atmosphere. In town you will find a few restaurants and large green areas with perfect opportunities to relax.

Church of St Gertrude

Just south of Magdeburg lies the village of Neugattersleben, which certainly deserves a visit if you're on a driving holiday in Germany. Find child-friendly hotels at Risskov and get away on a cheap summer holiday or winter break. Lay roads If ice's finest buildings are St. Gertrud Church, which dates from 1889, and the neo-Gothic building style gives the church an authentic and aged look. The interior of the church is decorated with colourful and Gothic-inspired stained glass windows, and the church tower, at 38 metres, can be seen from most points in the city. In addition to services, other events are held. Bring the whole family and enjoy the holiday at your own pace. Find child-friendly hotels in the area and enjoy a cheap holiday with Risskov near Magdeburg in Germany.

Flechtinger Höhenzug

The Flechtinger Höhenzug, also known as the Flechtingen Hills, is a hilly, forested upland located in northwestern Saxony-Anhalt. At its highest point, the hill landscape rises 179 meters. The area is extremely attractive and ideal for hiking.