Darmstadt

A City of Science and the Arts

City of science or cultural centre? Darmstadt is both. Like few other places, Darmstadt combines research, intellectualism, innovative spirit and a sense of art. It exudes the charm and atmosphere of a royal residence while at the same time presenting itself as a bustling, modern city. It is a place of cultural experimentation, situated in an internationally renowned centre of research. Darmstadt’s cultural history is characterised more than anything by its famous artists’ colony on Mathildenhöhe. The exhibitions held here have gained worldwide renown over the years. The “Darmstadt Way” stands for the discovery of the new and the novel, both here and around the world.

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Highlights in Darmstadt

What makes a visit of Darmstadt so special? 
Plenty! Let's start with the following highlights!

Situated on the top of a hill, one finds Darmstadt's most famous landmark reaching for the skies: the Wedding Tower. This hilltop location disposes over a unique flair, being the home of the famous Mathildenhöhe Artists' Colony with its exhibition hall, the aforementioned tower, the Artists' Colony Museum and all of the magnificent artists' houses dating back to around 1900.

But wait, there is much more to discover in Darmstadt, including a lively city centre, a colourful forest spiral created by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, numerous museums and galleries as well as a plethora of parks and gardens.

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Discovering Darmstadt ... anew!

Discover Darmstadt by way of a little trip through time with the  "Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt" app and find out how the Mathildenhöhe came into being during the active time of the Artists’ Colony and thereafter as well.

Darmstadt is known as a “City of Science”, so take a ride with “Science Route 4”, the audio guide for the tram.

And if you prefer to take it easy, no worries: A walk on the Waldkunstpfad (Forest Art Path) combines the best of art and Mother Nature. Once you reach the Ludwigshöhe (Ludwig Heights), you'll be presented with grand views of the city, with the skyline of Frankfurt in the background.

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