Immerse yourself in a green oasis, which invites you to active recreation and relaxing moments in nature with extensive lawns, idyllic lakes and well-kept walking paths. A place that inspires with its variety of leisure activities – from picnics and barbecues to concerts and sporting events – and is a popular meeting place for locals as 'Karlsruhe's Central Park'.

Climb the historic 528 steps of the Hexenstäffele or float to the summit on Germany's oldest funicular, where the ruins of the Turmbergburg and breathtaking views over Karlsruhe and the Rhine plain await. Children romp around in the playground while you enjoy culinary highlights in the Hofbistro Anders. Don't miss the chance to look through the telescope into the Palatinate Forest.

From the slaughterhouse to the creative park, where former meat market halls and stables have been transformed into oases of art, culture and gastronomy. Historic architecture meets modern creativity, start-ups in sea freight containers, diverse events from music to cabaret, and unique gastronomic experiences in an ambience that honors the industrial past while celebrating forward-thinking ideas.

Medieval flair awaits you in the narrow streets and between the half-timbered houses, where history comes alive. Culinary delicacies and unique handicrafts in small boutiques and cafés invite you to linger. The Turmberg offers a picturesque view over the city, while cultural events celebrate Durlach's heritage throughout the year.

Explore live animals in modern aquariums and terrariums, admire taxidermied specimens in museum showcases and discover how nature inspires future technology, for example through the lotus effect or the glow of fish. The museum's educational team offers exciting courses and workshops for children, and registration on the website is recommended.

With over 300,000 annual visitors and more than 1,000 performances, the multi-genre theatre offers a rich spectrum of cultural performances. From opera to ballet to modern drama, you will experience the fascination of the performing arts, supported by the Badische Staatskapelle and the Badische Staatsopernchor, in historic premises that have been writing cultural history since 1975.

While walking through extensive green spaces and past historical monuments and fountains, the history of Karlsruhe is revealed. The baroque castle, surrounded by an English landscaped garden, invites you to relax. Art objects and sculptures from different eras complement the idyllic panorama. The botanical garden and the castle garden lake also offer unique flora and calming water views.

As you traverse the eras from prehistory and early history to the 21st century, you will be fascinated by the opportunity to not only see some exhibits, but also touch them. Children will be thrilled when they climb the 165 steps in the castle tower to enjoy a cool breeze and a 360-degree view over Karlsruhe at the top. On Fridays, free admission is available from 2 p.m.

Interactive installations invite visitors to join in, including races with toy cars and functioning slot machines. A playful adventure for all ages that combines technology and creativity.

Surrounded by historical architecture, unique events are organized at Karlsruhe Palace. From themed tours in the style of the 1980s to events on archaeology in Baden and a nostalgic journey through time followed by a drink, there is something for everyone. The castle, once the seat of the margraves, now provides a stage for culture and history. Located in the heart of the city, history comes alive here. Every event at Karlsruhe Palace is an unforgettable experience.

The Center for Art and Media in Karlsruhe is a place where art, technology and creativity merge in a fascinating way. Here you can immerse yourself in a world where innovative workshops and projects explore artificial intelligence, where the Tool_Lab offers an open workshop for Renaissance 3.0, where you can even build your own electronic instrument, the Theremin, and where you can immerse yourself in the "Woven World" of digital art. Welcome to a world of creative possibilities!