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2018/2019
SALES GUIDE
STUTTGART
Stuttgart-Marketing GmbH Highlights in the Stuttgart Region
Rotebühlplatz 25 · 70178 Stuttgart
Tel. +49 (0)711/22 28 229
www.stuttgart-tourist.com
Contents |1
Contents Palace Square, Stuttgart
2 Welcome to the Stuttgart Region
3 Many ways lead to Stuttgart
6 Railway network for public transport
7 Information to the StuttCard
and Stuttgart Citytour
10 Hotel openings
11 Free Wifi
12 Automobile and Science
15 Art and culture in Stuttgart
16 Exhibition highlights 2018/2019
18 Stuttgart State Theatres
and music festivals
20 Art and Culture in the
Stuttgart Region
23 Festivals and Events
28 Wine in Stuttgart
30 Culinary and Nightlife in Stuttgart
31 Shopping Fun
34 Family Fun
35 Sightseeing tours for groups
40 Sample itineraries
42 Tips for excursions
in SouthWestGermany
44 Stuttgart Highlights 2018 /2019
47 Tourist Information “i-punkt”
48 Stuttgart-Marketing GmbH – Our Services
Welcome to the Stuttgart Region In the heart of Europe and SouthWest Germany 2|3
Welcome
to the Stuttgart Region View over Stuttgart
Fascinating and beautiful, cosmopolitan and charming,
traditional and future-oriented: the diversity of the Stutt-
gart Region makes it worth visiting more than once. Its
economy and its culture are equally thriving – whereby
the one is often interlinked with the other, as in the case
of the world-famous automobile brands whose names
are synonymous with the Stuttgart Region.
There‘s something to gratify all the senses here. Bril-
liant achievements are evident at every turn: castles
and palaces bear witness to a great past – and bold,
futuristic architecture to an equally great present. The
fine arts have always been given ample room to flourish,
and many visitors are astonished at the wealth of out-
standing gems which the Stuttgart Region has to offer.
The regional cuisine also has much to delight, and the
famous Württemberg wines are
the ideal accompaniment to its specialities.
So welcome to a particularly pleasant part of
the world: welcome to Swabia!
Burial Chapel
© Porsche AG
Porsche MuseumArriving by air Arriving by train 4|5
Iceland
Reykjavik
Route Map of
Finland
Stugart Airport Sweden
Kiilä* Russia
Moscow
Arvidsjaur*
Stockholm
All-Season Destinations
Summer Destinations
Westerland-Sylt
Rostock-Laage
Hamburg Heringsdorf/
Ireland Denmark
Great Britain Copenhagen Bremen Hanover Usedom
Dublin Birmingham
Edinburgh Berlin
London Munster-Osnabrueck
Manchester Netherlands Leipzig-Halle
Amsterdam Dusseldorf
Dresden
+
Arriving
United States of America Poland
Atlanta Belgium Frankfurt
Brussels Krakow
Warsaw
by train
Munich
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Austria
France Switzer- Graz
Vienna Hungary
Bastia land Budapest
Lyon Zurich Romania
Nice
Paris
Serbia
Belgrade
Bucharest
Sibiu
Arriving by train Special Offer: Hotel Accommodation
Italy
Portugal
Faro
Spain and Canary Islands
Bari
Brindisi
Croatia
Dubrovnik,
Bosnia-
Herzegovina
Stuttgart‘s main railway station (Hauptbahnhof) is an with free public transport
Funchal Cagliari Osijek , Pula, Sarajevo
Almería, Barcelona,
Lisbon
Porto
Bilbao, Fuerteventura, Ibiza, Catania Rijeka, Split,
Zagreb, Zadar
Bulgaria
Burgas
important junction for international rail traffic. The rail- Free travel in the Stuttgart Region. When you book
Jerez de la Frontera, Lamezia Terme Kosovo
Varna
Lanzarote,
Las Palmas/Gran Canaria,
Milan
Naples
Pristina
way network (ICE, TGV and IC) provides direct links bet- accommodation through Stuttgart-Marketing in one of
Madrid, Malaga, Olbia
Greece Turkey
Cape Verde
Boa Vista
Mahon/Menorca,
Palma de Majorca,
Pisa
Rome
Albania
Tirana
Athens, Chania,
Adana, Ankara,
Antalya, Bodrum, ween Stuttgart and many other German and European our partner hotels you‘ll receive your free travel pass
Heraklion, Kavala,
Sal Santa Cruz de la Palma, Venice Dalaman,
Tenerife, Valencia
Korfu, Kos, Mykonos,
Patras, Preveza Leas,
Gaziantep,
Istanbul, Izmir,
metropolises – so fast and convenient rail travel is an for the regional public transport network along with your
Rhodos,
ideal way to get here. www.bahn.com
Ordu-Giresun,
Thira/Santorini,
Thessaloniki,
Kayseri, confirmation of booking. With this special offer from
Morocco Tunisia Zakynthos
Trabzon
Marrakesh* Djerba
Enfidha Malta Cyprus the Stuttgart-Marketing GmbH, the Verkehrs- und Tarif-
Monastir Malta
Larnaca
Paphos Stuttgart Transport and Tariff Union (VVS) verbund Stuttgart (VVS) and the Deutscher Hotel- und
Israel
Egypt Tel Aviv Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS): An envi- Gaststättenverband e.V., visitors have the advantage of
Hurghada United Arab Emirates
* probably only served in winter Marsa Alam
Sharm El-Sheikh
Dubai* ronment-friendly and comfortable way to reach all the up to eight full days of free travel by bus and train on the
important destinations in the Stuttgart Region is with whole of the Stutt-gart transport network. You can enjoy
S-Bahn or Stadtbahn trains comfortable and convenient mobility throughout the re-
or by bus. A valid ticket gion at no extra charge and use the public transport fa-
Stuttgart Airport Tourist Information Center Stuttgart Airport
for the zones selected cilities to discover Stuttgart‘s unique location, wonderful
Some 55 airlines provide direct flights to Stuttgart from The Tourist Information office at Stuttgart Airport is the
can be used on any views and attractive places of interest in the area.
more than 100 destinations, thereby transporting more first port of call for information on the Stuttgart Region 5:10
of the public- 5:23 The offer gives hotel guests a host of advantages:
than 10,6 million passengers annually. and the Trade Fair Centre (Messe Stuttgart). Souvenirs,
transport Visitors receive the ticket covering the entire VVS trans-
This guarantees excellent transit options and connec- train tickets, tickets for the regional public transport 3:52
facilities. 5:14 port network along with their room reservation confirma-
tions to just about anywhere in the world. The modern network and a selection of regional products are also
www.vvs.de tion from Stuttgart-Marketing and can use it right away
airport is one of short distances and fast, uncomplicated on sale here. 2:32
to get from the airport to their hotel.
check-ins. Passengers also appreciate its punctuality. 2:04
4:41
6:04
There are restaurants and a wide range of shops to pass Tourist Information Center Stuttgart Airport, • The ticket is valid every day for the whole
the time. The “top air” restaurant is the only starred Terminal 3, Level 2 1:12 1:17 duration (maximum 8 days) of the stay
restaurant at any international airport to have been 70629 Stuttgart 0:37
• Each adult can be accompanied by one aged
2:11
awarded a star for almost 25 years running. welcome@stuttgart-tourist.de Straßburg
1:18
up to 14 years free of charge
www.stuttgart-airport.com www.stuttgart-tourist.com 3:10
This special offer can be booked by individuals or groups
Opening times 1:48
2:14 6:47
2:10
4:01
on the internet under www.stuttgart-tourist.com
Mon – Fri: 8 am to 7 pm 2:36
2:56
or by phone under the booking hotline at
Sat: 9 am to 1 pm, 1.45 pm to 4.30 pm
+49 (0)711/22 28 100
Sun and public holidays: 10 am to 1 pm, 1.45 pm to 5.30 pm 7:08Railway network for public transport StuttCard 6|7
Stuttgart Palace Square
– „Charlottenplatz“ since 10.12.2017
The StuttCard –
Stuttgart all inclusive
disruption„Staatsgalerie“
The handy credit card size fits into every wallet, so it‘s
route changes
the ideal companion for a city trip to Stuttgart. The
StuttCard gives you free admission and reductions on the
regular prices of 53 partners in the Stuttgart Region and
is your ticket for the entire ÖPNV network (VVS transport
network, entire Stuttgart Region) for the period of its
validity.
The card can be purchased as a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour ti-
cket for adults. Presentation of the StuttCard guarantees
you free admission to nearly all museums and places of
interest. Art lovers can enjoy the Stuttgart State Gallery
(Staatsgalerie Stuttgart), the Stuttgart Museum of Art
(Kunstmuseum Stuttgart) and many other museums
in the region, such as the National Schiller Museum in
Marbach. Automobile enthusiasts will love the unique
museums of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. And those
interested in the region‘s stately homes can visit the pa-
laces of Ludwigsburg or Solitude free of charge. The Stut-
tCard also lets guests experience history at first hand, for
example with a visit to the Stauffenberg Memorial or the
Theodor Heuss House.
Price incl. public transport 2018:
StuttCard 24h € 27,00*
StuttCard 48h € 37,00*
StuttCard 72h € 47,00*
*Prices are subject to alterationStuttgart Citytour Stuttgart Citytour 8|9
Stuttgart citytour Mercedes-Benz Museum / Stuttgart Citytour Vineyards in Stuttgart
STUTTGART CITYTOUR Blue Tour: Green Tour:
Hop-on / Hop-off open-top bus tours Our Blue Tour takes you through Stuttgart’s city centre On the Green Tour you can discover the south and west
in the direction of the river Neckar and the Wilhelma of Stuttgart. The world’s first television tower, wonder-
1 City – 2 Tours: Zoological and Botanical Gardens. You’ll pass Stuttgart‘s ful scenic lookout points, Stuttgart’s idyllic “Stäffele”
Get to know the city with a minimum of stress on two main museums like for instance the Mercedes-Benz (stairways) and the funicular and rack railways await you
different tours. Choose between the Blue and the Green Museum, enjoy outstanding views and have the opportu- on the approx. 1-hour circular tour in the double-decker
Route, or simply combine the two. Embark on a tour of nity to get to know the wine-growing region of Stuttgart bus, with 8 hop-on/hop-off stopping points.
discovery to Stuttgart’s main tourist attractions – getting better during a short walk through the vineyards,
off and on just as you please. Both tours have audio or over a glass of wine. The tour has 9 stopping points Combination Blue AND Green Tour
guides to provide lots of information about Stuttgart. and the net travel time is 100 minutes. (24 hour ticket, april – october,
Immerse yourself in Stuttgart’s history – it’s enthralling. Fri to Mon / public holidays)
Stuttgart Citytour
Price
Blue OR Green Tour (24 hour ticket) Adult: EUR 25.-
Languages StuttCARD holders: EUR 20.-
German / English / French / Spanish / Italian / Adult: EUR 15.- Children (3 and under)
Portuguese / Chinese / Russian / Turkish / Arabic StuttCARD holders: EUR 12.- accompanied by an adult travel free
Children (3 and under) Persons with severe disability pass
accompanied by an adult travel free (80% upwards): EUR 20.-
Departure times Child: 4 – 14 years EUR 5.- 1 companion for person with severe disability pass,
www.stuttgart-citytour.com Persons with severe disability pass category B, free of charge
Blue Tour: daily all year round (80% upwards): EUR 12.-
Green Tour: april – october, 1 companion for person with severe disability pass, cate-
Fri to Mon / public holidays gory B, free of charge
Stuttgart Citytour
(subject to alteration)Hotel Openings in Stuttgart and region Free Wifi 10 | 11
Stuttgart Surf for free at four hotspots –“Walled garden“
as additional service for tourists and locals
B&B-Hotel** autumn 2018
Bad Cannstatt, König Karl Straße Free WLAN is available at four locations in Stuttgart‘s
city centre. The special additional service: locals and
Holiday Inn Express**** 2018 tourists from Germany and abroad can access tailor-
Wolfram/ Nordbahnhofstraße made information all about Stuttgart via a special
mobile portal known as the “Walled Garden“.
Hampton by Hilton**** 2018
Wolfram/ Nordbahnhofstraße The free Wi-Fi network with the name „Unitymedia
Wifi“ can be found on Palace Square (Schlossplatz),
No Name (Designhotel) 2018
Cloud N°7 Schiller Square (Schillerplatz), Marketplace (Markt-
Stadtmitte/Nadlerstraße
platz) and at the “i-Punkt“ Tourist Information –
„Jaz in the City“ secure and convenient, with a high data bandwidth
(brand of Steigenberger Group) spring 2018 and no time limit. Simply select the network
Heilbronner Straße, Wolfram Straße „Unitymedia Wifi“, open the internet browser with
any URL and start surfing, free of charge.
CLOUD N°7 Apartments Stuttgart spring 2018
Wolframstraße 41-43
Novum Style ***-**** 2019
Pragsattel
Mövenpick Hotel****+ first quarter 2019
© TMBW, Christoph Düpper
Airport
InterCity Hotel 2021
Main station
Adina Appartment Hotel 2020
Europaviertel/Heilbronnerstraße
Motel One *** 2020
between Kriegsberg- & Jägerstraße
Region
Hotelkette Moxy (Marriott)
open since september 2017
© MHA
Leinfelden-Echterdingen
V8 Hotel Superior Motorworld Region Stuttgart****
january 2018
Sindelfingen, MOTORWORLD-area
subject to alterations Kostenloser WiFi-Spot: / free WifiSpot:
● Tourist Information i-Punkt
● Schlossplatz / Königstraße
● Schillerplatz
© Landeshauptstadt Stuttgart, Stadtmessungsamt 2015 ● MarktplatzMercedes-Benz Museum Porsche Museum 12 | 13
Mercedes-Benz Museum © Daimler AG
Porsche Museum © Porsche AG
The Mercedes-Benz Museum – The Porsche Museum – The foyer affords unique insights into the company‘s
Visit the inventor of the automobile a building just as fascinating as a Porsche historical archive and the museum workshop, where the
This innovative architecture sets new standards: the Only a stone‘s throw away from the sports car factory in over 500 sports and racing cars from the collections are
silvery, metallic sheen of the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Zuffenhausen stands the impressive museum structure desi- regularly serviced and restored. Throughout the year the
opened in 2006, recalls a DNA spiral, the so-called gned by the Viennese architectural bureau Delugan Meissl. Porsche Museum also stages numerous events, not only
double helix. Spread over nine different levels, the The bold, dynamic architecture reflects the company‘s for motorsports enthusiasts. In addition, the museum‘s
exhibition transports visitors through over 130 years philosophy. The Porsche Museum is an extraordinary new mobility concept, „Porsche Drive“, allows intere-
of automotive history. 160 vehicles are on display in place where fans from all over the world can experience sted fans to realise their dream of driving their favourite
impressive settings, and film clips, music and exciting close up the fascination of the Porsche brand. Porsche.
additional exhibits really make history come alive. The info.museum@porsche.de
unique journey begins with the early pioneers and their In the constantly changing exhibition, over 80 vehi- www.porsche.de/museum
quaint conveyances and ends with record winners and © Daimler AG cles and countless smaller items can be admired. The
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Silver Arrows. displays are supplemented by a huge, multifunctional
touchwall where visitors can navigate their way through
It also touches on pop and politics, conflicts and com- the history of the various models.
merce, industrialisation and innovation. The museum
shop and restaurant round off a fascinating visit to the
Mercedes-Benz Museum. Porsche Museum
classic@daimler.com
www.mercedes-benz.com/museum
Additional information on “Factory Tours at
Mercedes-Benz in Sindelfingen“ can be found on
Page 38
© Daimler AG
Mercedes-Benz Museum
© Porsche AGAutomobil and Science Art and culture in Stuttgart 14 | 15
Palace Square, Stuttgart
Stuttgart‘s finest square lies in the heart of the city - bor-
dered by the Renaissance architecture of the Old Palace
with its enchanting atmosphere of a knight‘s castle, the
Baroque New Palace, formerly the residence of the kings
of Württemberg, the elegant Kunstgebäude (House of
Art) dating from the 1950s, the ultramodern glass cube
of the Museum of Art and the beautiful classical façade
of the Königsbau Arcade. Concordia, the goddess of har-
mony, watches over the square from the top of the Jubi-
lee Column, commissioned in 1841 by King Wilhelm. The
Baroque park with its two splashing fountains is where
AutomobilE and Science
Palace Square, Stuttgart
Stuttgart‘s inhabitants enjoy a taste of the „dolce vita“ in
Gottlieb-Daimler Memorial fine weather.
Gottlieb-Daimler Memorial Stuttgart‘s Television Tower
Gottlieb-Daimler‘s famous original workshop The world‘s first ever television tower is to be found in
The Gottlieb-Daimler Memorial in Stuttgart Bad Cannstatt Stuttgart. Opened on 5th February 1956, the 217-m-high
is located in a former greenhouse which Gottlieb Daimler Television Tower was a prototype which was copied all
and Wilhelm Maybach converted to use as a workshop. over the world – for example in Berlin, in Johannesburg,
It was here that they realised their vision of individual South Africa or in Wuhan in China. The Television Tower
mobility by means of a transportable universal motor is Stuttgart‘s best-known landmark – and the views from
for use in vehicles on land, on water and in the air. In its 150-m-high observation platform over the Neckar Val-
the year 1886 they developed the first light, fast-running ley as far as the Swabian Alb and the Black Forest never
petrol engine for general use, and in particular for trans- fail to impress.
portation purposes. With this technological milestone, www.fernsehturmstuttgart.com
Daimler made a major contribution to the development
of today‘s automobiles. Gottlieb-Daimler Memorial Stuttgart TV-Tower
classic@daimler.com
Motorworld Stuttgart – Dreams in the fast lane Weissenhof Estate & Weissenhofmuseum
www.mercedes-benz.com/museum
The classic vehicles, motorcycles and fast luxury sports in the Le Corbusier House
cars on display at the Motorworld are guaranteed to A Modernist manifesto: within an incredibly short time
gladden the hearts not only of male visitors. The histori- the Weissenhof Estate sprang up in 1927 on a hill near
cal building complex of the former Böblingen/ Sindelfin- Stuttgart. It took only four months to complete the 33
gen airfield is home to specialist dealers and workshops cube-shaped, flat-roofed houses which comprised the
on the theme of classic vehicles of today and tomorrow. core of the „Werkbund“ exhibition “Die Wohnung“. Its
Private owners can garage their especially prized vehi- aim: to find modern solutions to the question: “How
cles in glass boxes with optimum climatic conditions. In to live?“ Along with other buildings conceived by the
the midst of the classic vehicles, you can also enjoy the world-famous architect, the two houses in the Weissen-
wide range of refreshments. The V8 Hotel at the Motor- hof Estate designed by Le Corbusier are UNESCO World
world is a unique experience: ten rooms are individually Heritage Sites.
Weissenhofmuseum in the Le Corbusier House
designed themed rooms, for example a filling station, a www.weissenhofmuseum.de
drive-in cinema or a car wash – allowing guests to spent
the night in genuine converted vehicles.
© Markus Guhl
stuttgart@motorworld.de
Motorworld Region Stuttgart
www.motorworld.deExhibition highlights 2018 Exhibition highlights 2018 16 | 17
Developed with the support of the Volkswagen Foundation, Stuttgart Museum of Art
the exhibition and the accompanying catalogue will pro- ECSTASY in Art, Music and Dance
vide new insights into the work of Marcel Duchamp and his 29 September 2018–24 February 2019
international reception.
www.staatsgalerie.de Ecstasy is one of the oldest and one of the most astoun-
ding phenomena of European and non-European cul-
tures. Originally forged in the context of religion and
ritual, the transcendental experience of ecstasy was
first conceptualized in antiquity.
In indigenous cultural spaces, ecstasy generally bears
positive connotations and is experienced within the con-
text of ritual acts, but it was and is often perceived as
threatening in societies dominated by industrialization,
Stuttgart State Gallery capitalism, and globalization. Here ecstasy means loss of
Marcel Duchamp control, and it harbors the danger of an individual or an
100 Questions. 100 Answers. entire collective deviating from the norm.
7th December 2018 – 31st march 2019
In its cultural significance and complexity, ecstasy also
There are few artists whose work and personality are as Württemberg State Museum entered the visual arts and engaged in extraordinary
fascinating as those of Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968). Special Exhibition “The Fascinating World of Swords” alliances with the related disciplines of music and dance.
As the inventor of the readymade who boldly declared an 13th October 2018 to 28th April 2019 Beginning in the fall of 2018, the Kunstmuseum Stuttgart
everyday object a work of art, he revolutionised art will, for the first time, trace these and other connections
history and paved the way for conceptual art. His seminal King Arthur and Excalibur, Siegfried and the sword as it dedicates itself to the phenomenon of ecstasy in a
works and writings continue to have an enormous impact Balmung: countless legends and myths have been woven large thematic exhibition. Drawing from paradigmatic
on contemporary artistic practice. around swords and their bearers – swords as symbols of examples from antiquity to the present, the exhibition
power, swords as magic weapons, swords as killing tools. illuminates the various spiritual, political, psychological,
For the first time, the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is presenting Spears, axes, arrows, bows – all these were also used as social, sexual, and aesthetic implications of euphoric and
its extensive Marcel Duchamp holdings and the appur- tools or as hunting weapons. It was not until the inventi- intoxicated states between asceticism and excess.
tenant Serge Stauffer Archive in an exhibition. on of the sword that man held a pure war weapon in his www.kunstmuseum-stuttgart.de
Seminal pieces from the Staatsgalerie’s collection, among hands. Sword bearers wanted to be seen as people who
them the Bottlerack, the painting Study for The Cho- had the means and the power to kill. But several centu-
colate Grinder No 2 and the window object La Bagarre ries later, at times when warrior elites hardly mattered
d’Austerlitz, will be shown alongside a selection anymore in Western societies and swords had lost their
of international loans. function as weapons, their spell remained unbroken.
The display is complemented by a unique archive put The “fascination of the sword” can be experienced by
together by the Swiss artist and Duchamp scholar Serge visitors on different levels while offering them the oppor-
Stauffer (1929- 1989). The exhibition is the first to present tunity to find out more about the cultural history of this
the ‘100 Questions’ Stauffer put to Duchamp in 1960 as legendary weapon. Exploring the history of swords from
part of a correspondence that went for many years. different angles will allow visitors to better understand
Duchamp’s ‘100 Answers’ offer important insights into the the phenomenon of their unbroken attraction.
artist’s intellectual and creative practice and bear witness www.landesmuseum-stuttgart.de
to the depth of Stauffer’s unusual research.Stuttgart State Theatres Music Festivals in the Stuttgart Region 18 | 19
Ludwigsburg Palace Festival
3rd May – 21st July 2018
9th May – 20th July 2019
The Ludwigsburg Palace Festival is renowned far beyond
the bounds of the region as one of the oldest and most
prestigious festivals in German-speaking countries –
unparalleled in the diversity of its performances and
venues. The Ludwigsburg Palace Festival presents music,
dance, theatre, literature and more besides in some
70 top-calibre events.
info@schlossfestspiele.de
© Opus GmbH, Reiner Pfisterer
www.schlossfestspiele.de
MUSIC Opernhaus Stuttgart
jazzopen Stuttgart
Stuttgart Ballet
12th – 22nd July 2018
Ever since the days of the legendary choreographer John
This festival has gained Stuttgart a reputation as one of
Cranko (†1973), the Stuttgart Ballet has ranked among
Europe‘s leading jazz metropolises and has developed
the world‘s foremost ballet companies and continues do
over the years to become the leading German festival for
so in the present day. The Stuttgart Ballet’s unique arti-
jazz, pop, rock, funk and soul, as the word „open“ in its
stic profile comprises not only John Cranko’s narrative
title stands for the open character of its programme of
ballets but also outstanding productions with works and
events. International stars such as Lenny Kravitz, James
first performances by renowned choreographers.
Brown, Santana and Paul Simon, and famous jazz musici-
ans such as Lionel Hampton, Ornette Coleman and Her-
bie Hancock have appeared here in the past.
© Opus GmbH, Reiner Pfisterer info@opus-stuttgart.de
© Ulrich Beuttenmüller
www.jazzopen.com
Stuttgart Opera Schauspiel Stuttgart Theatre Company
The history of the Opera dates back to the 17th century. The Schauspiel Stuttgart theatre company is one of
MUSIKFESTUTTGART
As one of the world‘s leading opera companies, it provi- the most interesting and innovative ensembles in the
“War and Peace”
des significant impulses for contemporary music theatre. German-speaking theatre world, and its exciting produc-
25th August – 9th September 2018
The Stuttgart Opera has already received the coveted tions are often a public talking point. With its extensive
The Stuttgart Music Festival is organised by the Internati-
„Opera House of the Year“ critics‘ award no fewer than repertoire, the Schauspiel Stuttgart is characterised by a
onal Bach Academy – one of Stuttgart‘s foremost cultural
six times for its outstanding overall achievements, most broad spectrum of expressional and language forms –
institutions with a worldwide reputation. The Stuttgart
recently in 2016. The Stuttgart State Opera Chorus has from antiquity to the 21st century, and from children‘s
Music Festival is the climax in the Bach Academy‘s annual
won the award for „Opera Chorus of the Year“ ten times plays to comedies and the classics.
programme of events. The programme spectrum ranges
for its exceptional performances. info.verwaltung@staatstheater-stuttgart.de
from Baroque music to jazz and contemporary works.
www.staatstheater-stuttgart.de.de
office@bachakademie.de
www.musikfest.de
© Holger SchneiderArt and Culture in the Stuttgart Region Art and Culture in the Stuttgart Region 20 | 21
Art and Culture
in the Stuttgart Region Royal Palace of Ludwigsburg Würth Art Gallery, Schwäbisch Hall
Ludwigsburg – Royal Palace of Ludwigsburg Schwäbisch Hall – Würth Art Gallery
A former royal residence, a pleasure palace and gardens Located on the former site of the Haller Löwenbräu
of exceptional beauty: this “Swabian Versailles“ is one brewery in the heart of Schwäbisch Hall’s historical town
of Europe´s most imposing examples of historical ar- centre, the Kunsthalle Würth art gallery belonging to the
chitecture and is the largest Baroque palace complex in company Adolf Würth GmbH Co. KG attracts art enthusi-
Germany preserved in its original form. The 452 rooms of asts from near and far. The building, with its outstanding
the extensive structure were once the home of dukes and concept and award-winning, expansive architecture, pre-
kings. Worthwhile sightseeing options transport visitors sents alternating exhibitions from the vast Würth art cos-
back to the days of Baroque and to two other great eras: mos, augmented from time to time by opulent loans from
Rococo and Empire. prestigious museum and private collections in Germany
The “Baroque in Bloom” gardens (Blühendes Barock) and abroad. The basis of all exhibition activities is the
surrounding Ludwigsburg Palace look much like they did collection belonging to the industrialist Reinhold Würth,
around the year 1800. Geometric landscape design and amassed in over fifty years of his passion as a collector.
Marbach, Museum of Modern Literature romantic natural areas are perfect for walks. There are It comprises no fewer than 17,000 works from 500 years
Rarely has a new museum building been praised as also colourful flower displays each year on alternating of art history – from the Late Middle Ages up to the early
unanimously as David Chipperfield’s award-winning horticultural themes. 21st century. The building was designed by the Danish
“LiMo”, which received the Stirling Prize. The permanent info@schloss-ludwigsburg.de architect Henning Larsen (1925-2013).
collection displays the German Literature Archive’s www.schloss-ludwigsburg.de museum@wuerth.com
greatest treasures from the estates of famous writers Museum of Modern Literature, Marbach am Neckar www.kunsthalle-wuerth.de Schwäbisch Hall
and scholars, including the manuscripts of Kafka’s “The
Trial”, Hesse’s “Steppenwolf”, Kästner’s “Emil and the
Detectives” and Schlink’s “The Reader”. In the foyer Hans
Magnus Enzensberger’s poetry-writing machine turns
out poetry at the press of a button, and the passageway
leading to the adjacent National Schiller Museum is dedi-
cated to Eduard Mörike. Temporary exhibitions are also
staged at the “Limo”.
touristik@schillerstadt-marbach.de
www.schillerstadt-marbach.deArt and Culture in the Suttgart Region Stuttgart Beer Festival 22 | 23
Offer* for bus companies & tour operators
Selected beer tent hosts offer seat reservations for the
weekends (Fri + Sat) of the 2018 & 2019 festivals espe-
cially for groups and bus tour operators. If interested,
you can reserve a quota with the required number
of seats up to 31st July. On 1st August any unclaimed
seats will be released for general sale.
Please inform Julia Wilhelm (julia.wilhelm@
in.stuttgart.de) of the desired date and number
of seats required. You will then receive a firm offer
Stuttgart directly from the respective beer tent host.
Galerie Stihl Waiblingen
Beer Festival © in Stuttgart *Offer valid subject to availability / subject to alteration
28th September – 14th October 2018
Waiblingen – Galerie Stihl 27th September – 13th October 2019 BEER TENTS
Between the medieval town wall and the banks of the Founded back in 1818, the Cannstatt Beer Festival is today Brandl´s Fürstenberg Festzelt
R. Rems, the award-winning architecture of the Galerie one of the biggest and best popular festivals in the world. www.fuerstenbergzelt.de
Stihl in Waiblingen, with its façade of industrial glass, Its many attractions draw around four million visitors
Grandls Hofbräu Zelt
is an eye-catcher. Since 2008 three exhibitions per year annually to Baden-Württemberg‘s state capital of Stutt-
www.grandl-hofbraaeuzelt.de
have enthused visitors. The focus of every show is on gart, when the Cannstatter Wasen, the 37-hectare festival
works of art on and of paper, from the Middle Ages up site on the banks of the Neckar, becomes the hub for Klauss & Klauss Dinkelacker Festzelt
to the present day. They range from landscape drawings international encounters. Here, people from all different www.klauss-und-klauss.de
from the Romanticism period and prints from Dürer to countries and generations come together to laugh, sing
Zum Wasenwirt
Picasso, to collages, photographs, comics, or even items and make merry in an exuberant atmosphere until late in
www.wasenwirt.de
of furniture and clothing made from paper – the diversity the evening, 17 days long.
Old Townhall, Waiblingen of this medium never fails to astound. Göckelesmaier
Beer Tents
galerie@waiblingen.de www.goeckelesmaier.de
Waldenbuch – Museum Ritter Admission to the marquees is free at all times. Please
www.galerie-stihl-waiblingen.de
Marli Hoppe-Ritter Collection note, however, that the tents will be closed to further vi- Sonja Merz Zelt
In Waldenbuch everything revolves around the Square, sitors as soon as their maximum capacity is reached. You www.sonjamerzzelt.de
consistent with Ritter‘s well-known advertising slogan. can guarantee admission by booking in advance with the
Wilhelmer’s Schwabenwelt
Located next door to the Ritter Sport chocolate factory, host of your choice. If you have questions as to the terms
www.schwabenwelt.de
the Museum Ritter presents Marli Hoppe-Ritter‘s extraor- and procedure, please contact the Beer Festival hosts
dinary art collection. The focus here is on the Square and listed below. Schmids Wasenalm
its artistic realisation in the 20th and 21st centuries. www.schmids-wasen-alm.de
Opening times in 2018
A varied programme of events promotes encounters with
Monday–Thursday 12 noon-11 pm Almhüttendorf
modern art. Next door there‘s a chocoholic‘s paradise.
Friday 12 noon-midnight www.diealmhuette.de
At the Ritter Sport SchokoLaden you can find out all
Saturday 11 am- midnight
about the popular square chocolate bar and the suc- We also offer the unique feature of a wine tent:
Sunday 11 am-11 pm
cessful brand behind it, an experience involving all of the
Cannstatter Oberamt
senses: smell, taste, hear and feel your way through the Special opening times
www.weinstube-zaiss.de
world of the cocoa bean! And stock up on bargain-priced Friday 28.09. 3 pm-midnight
chocolate at the same time. Tuesday 02.10. 11 am-midnight
Further information: www.wasen.de
besucherservice@museum-ritter.de Wednesday 03.10. 11 am-11 pm
www.museum-ritter.de
Museum Ritter, WaldenbuchHistorical Stuttgart Beer Festival Historical Stuttgart Beer Festival 24 | 25
200th Anniversary Stuttgart Beer Festival and
100th Anniversary Agricultural Show
“Historical Festival 2018“ in Stuttgart
26th September – 3rd October 2018
In 2018 Stuttgart is to celebrate a double jubilee
with a Historical Festival: 200 years of the Stutt-
gart Beer Festival and 100 years of the Agricultural
Show. From 26th September to 3rd October 2018 on
Palace Square – framed by the Königsbau and New
Palace – the city will commemorate the founding of
the biggest festival in the state by King Wilhelm I of
Württemberg and his consort, Queen Katharina.
“We are planning a memorable excursion through
the many facets of our festival‘s history,“ says
Andreas Kroll, director of the in.Stuttgart Veranstal-
tungsgesellschaft. Palace Square provides the ideal
setting with its Jubilee Column. This will be festively
decorated in the style of the Fruit Column, the
festival‘s traditional symbol, as befitting the Harvest
Schlossplatz Stuttgart Thanksgiving season.
26. September bis 3. Oktober 2018 Palace Square‘s tree-lined avenues will be trans-
Täglich 11 bis 22 Uhr formed into historical fairground promenades in the
tradition of the 19th and 20th centuries. A showmen‘s
funfair that will transport visitors to bygone days.
Artists, jugglers and actors will vie for the public‘s at-
tention along with traditional fairground rides. In the
historical marquee visitors can raise their glasses to
the double jubilee with jubilee beer brewed specially
for the occasion. Handicraft stands and a stallhold-
ers‘ market round off the programme. There will also
be exhibitions and presentations on the history of the
Beer Festival.
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www.historisches-volksfest.deFestivals and Events Christmas Markets in the region of Stuttgart 26 | 27
Stuttgart Spring Festival Christmas Markets Stuttgart Christmas Market
21st April – 13th May 2018 in the region 28th November – 23rd December 2018
27th November – 23rd December 2019
20th April – 12th May 2019
Cannstatter Wasen, Stuttgart
of Stuttgart First documented in the year 1692, Stuttgart‘s Christmas
Market with around 230 stalls on the Marketplace and
This exuberant festival on the Cannstatter Wasen fair-
Schiller Square is not only one of the oldest, but also one
ground rings in the spring each year. With the „Wild
of the largest and loveliest in Europe. Everything glows
Mouse“ roller coaster, tombola stalls, festival beer,
in festive radiance and the scent of mulled wine and
grilled sausages and Kässpätzle (cheesy noodles),
cinnamon waffles fills the air. For the youngest visitors to
it has everything a traditional festival needs.
Festivals
the Christmas Market there‘s an enchanting fairyland on
www.stuttgarter-fruehlingsfest.de
Palace Square, and concerts of Advent music round off
and Events Stuttgart Spring Festival Stuttgart Christmas Market
the festive programme.
www.stuttgarter-weihnachtsmarkt.de
Stuttgart Summer Festival Esslingen* Medieval and Christmas Market
2nd August – 5th August 2018 27th November – 22nd December 2018
1st August – 4th August 2019 26th November – 22nd December 2019
Palace Square, Stuttgart The romantic old town centre with its beautifully resto-
The elegant open-air festival in the Palace Gardens round red timbered buildings is the perfect backdrop for South
about the Eckensee lake is one of Germany‘s nicest city Germany‘s biggest historical spectacle of the winter
festivals. White pavilions, countless fairy lights and lan- season. Just like hundreds of years ago, traders peddle
terns and the smell of southern spices and scampi give it their wares and artisans demonstrate traditional han-
a Mediterranean flair. Against the splendid backdrop of dicrafts and techniques, making ropes, felt hats, candles
the New Palace, contented visitors stroll from one musi- or brushes: this is hands-on history.The food on offer at
cal performance to another. the Medieval Market is just as unusual as the range of
www.sommerfest-stuttgart.de goods on sale. Besides hemp bannocks, barbequed meat
Stuttgart Summer Festival on skewers and sucking pig there‘s also mulled fruit wine
Ludwigsburg Baroque Christmas Market
and honey-sweet mead on offer. In the evening hours fire
Stuttgart Wine Village
jugglers whirl their flaming torches in the air, while other Ludwigsburg* Baroque Christmas Market
29th August – 9th September 2018
performers and minstrels entertain market visitors on the 27th November – 23rd December 2018
28th August - 8th September 2019
stage and in the alleyways. Well over 80 stalls provide 26th November – 22nd December 2019
Stuttgart city centre
lots of inspiration for Christmas gifts at Esslingen‘s This Swabian Baroque city enthrals its visitors in the
At the end of August connaisseurs and wine lovers from
Medieval Market and Christmas Market. Advent season with one of Germany‘s most beautiful
all over the world come to Stuttgart to sample the fruits
www.esslingen-tourist.de Christmas markets. The arcaded Marketplace with its
of summer on the Marketplace and Schiller Square near
two Baroque churches is bathed in the golden glow of
the Old Palace. In more than 120 nostalgically decorated
thousands of lights. To the sound of Christmas melodies
wine arbours, over 350 of Württemberg‘s finest wines can
angels gracefully spread their large, shining wings over
be sampled. To go with them, Stuttgart‘s restaurateurs
the lovingly decorated lanes. There are more than
serve Swabian specialities such as Maultaschen (filled
175 stalls offering a colourful range of local and national
pasta squares), Kässpätzle (cheesy noodles), potato
handicrafts and enticing visitors with tempting culinary
noodles with sauerkraut and lots more besides.
Stuttgart Wine Village delicacies.
www.stuttgarter-weindorf.de
www.ludwigsburg.de
* Distance from Stuttgart city centre: 15 km / 9.3 miles.
Easy accessibility via public transport
Esslinger Medieval and Christmas MarketWine in Stuttgart Stuttgart Museum of Viniculture 28 | 29
ine in Stuttgart
W
The Stuttgart region can look back on a century-long
tradition of wine growing, so there‘s no better place to
learn lots of interesting facts about the history of vini-
culture, varieties of grapes and methods of production,
and of course to relax and sample some local wines. The
main varieties grown today in the Stuttgart region are
the popular red Trollinger and racy white wines such as
Riesling, Kerner, Silvaner or Müller-Thurgau. The nicest
way to develop a taste for wines from Württemberg must
surely be a visit to the sociable wine festivals that attract
Wine in Stuttgart Stuttgart´s Vinyards
many wine lovers to Stuttgart and its surrounding region
Stuttgart Museum of Viniculture
each year. Discover the wine-growing region of Stuttgart: Museum of Viniculture
Burial Chapel on the Württemberg our beautiful vineyards, hospitable people and Swabian
On top of the hill known as the Württemberg, sur- “Gemütlichkeit“! Stuttgart Museum of Viniculture Museum of Viniculture Stuttgart
rounded by Stuttgart´s vineyards, is one of the most The 750-year-old tradition of wine growing in the Stutt- Uhlbacher Platz 4
romantic places in the state: visible from afar, the gart region – documented in a delightful setting in the 70329 Stuttgart-Uhlbach
mausoleum rotunda (Grabkapelle auf dem Württem- idyllic wine-growing community of Stuttgart-Uhlbach. Phone +49 (0)711/22 28 122
berg) was commissioned by King Wilhelm I and built Surrounded by vineyards, and located in the historic info@weinbaumuseum.de
between 1820-1824 as a memorial to his beloved wife, former winepress in the picturesque town centre, the Mu- www.weinbaumuseum.de
Queen Katharina, who died at an early age. Today the seum of Viniculture illustrates the history of wine growing
King lies alongside his beloved consort, and from Roman times up to the present day. A modern and
Charlotte, their daughter, has also found her elaborately designed new museum concept presents
final resting-place here. From the exhibits from the long history of viniculture and provides
beautiful chapel there are lots of fascinating information on the subject of wine.
magnificent panoramic
views over Stuttgart and Tip: Lovers of fine wines appreciate the region‘s first-
the acres of vineyards, class, award-winning vintages. Following an informative
Burial Chapel on the Württemberg
which are perfect for long tour of the exhibition, the modern Vinothek invites visi-
walks. Esslingen – Sektkellerei Kessler tors to a wine tasting overviewing the beautiful timbered
info@grabkapelle-rotenberg.de Bottled luxury: visit Germany‘s oldest champagne pro- architecture of the former winepress. In addition, the
www.grabkapelle-rotenberg.de ducers! For almost 180 years now sparkling wine of the many local restaurants offer a wide choice of meals to
highest quality has been produced in an imposing tim- suit every taste.
bered building in the heart of the beautiful old city of
Esslingen. No wonder it‘s so good – the firm‘s founder, Opening times
Georg Christian Kessler, learned his trade in the early Tuesdays (march – october) 2 pm – 8 pm
years of the 19th century at the famous French cham Fridays 2 pm – 8 pm
pagne company Veuve Cliquot-Ponsardin. During a tour Saturdays: 2 pm – 6 pm
of the impressive vaulted cellars from the 13th century Sundays and public holidays: 11 am – 6 pm
you can find out how this finely-beaded treat is produced
– and of course sample some yourself after the tour. Admission € 3,– / € 2,– p.p.
A truly scintillating outing... for group bookings through the
info@kessler-sekt.de Stuttgart-Marketing GmbH
www.kessler-sekt.de
© Walter Schmitz
Sektkellerei Kessler, EsslingenCulinary Stuttgart Shopping Fun 30 | 31
In the Seventh (star-studded) Heaven – Stuttgart‘s nightlife Shopping Fun in the heart of Stuttgart
the excellent taste of Stuttgart At weekends Stuttgart‘s city centre is a place for ce- Stuttgart’s city centre offers a vast range of goods. Here
A culinary foray through Stuttgart‘s gastronomy lebrating. Dozens of clubs, bars and lounges are to be you’ll not only find fashions to suite every taste, but sim-
The gourmet heaven over Stuttgart is a bright one: found in and around Theodor-Heuss-Strasse. There‘s ply everything the heart desires in the way of beautiful,
Baden-Württemberg‘s state capital boasts no fewer than something for every musical taste here. The proximity exquisite, elegant and stylish products. Königstrasse,
eight starred restaurants. In addition, 16 gourmet re- of the locations is ideal for party hoppers eager not to with a length of 1.2 km, is Europe’s longest pedestrian
staurants in the Stuttgart Region have received the Guide miss anything – most of them are only a few minutes‘ shopping precinct and runs through the heart of the
Michelin‘s culinary accolade. But there‘s also plenty of walk apart. An “in” quarter definitely worth a visit is the city. On Stuttgart’s best-loved shopping boulevard there
choice for those who prefer more down-to-earth fare. delightful square with southern flair around the “Hans im are specialist shops, department stores, international
Glück” (Lucky Hans) fountain near the town centre. fashion chains, cafés, restaurants and relaxation areas.
Eight at a blow: Délice, Olivo, Speisemeisterei, Restau-
The same applies to the Bohnenviertel (Bean Quarter), Leading off the main shopping thoroughfares to the left
rant Top Air, Wielandshöhe, Zirbelstube, Yosh, 5. As far
whose nostalgic little streets with their cosy but very and right there are more shopping promenades to entice
as food is concerned, the state capital has two sides to it,
trendy bars directly adjoin the city centre. shoppers, such as Eberhardstrasse, the area around the
both equally appreciated by its inhabitants: exquisite and
Collegiate Church (Stiftskirche), or trendy Calwerstrasse
highly decorated on the one hand, Swabian and down-
with its elegant stores and boutiques. A wide variety of
to-earth on the other.
goods within a small area and under one roof can be
found at Stuttgart’s two shopping malls, Milaneo und
Lentils with Spätzle (Swabian-style noodles) are the
Gerber.
Swabian national dish, and former German President
Horst Köhler even had Gaisburger Marsch (a hotpot
with potatoes and noodles) served in Bellevue Palace.
Specialities such as Gaisburger Marsch, Ofenschlupfer
(similar to bread pudding) and Maultaschen (filled pasta)
demonstrate Swabia‘s legendary frugality at its delicious
best. The remains of the day land in the stockpot or are
hidden in some kind of dough. The birth of the Swabian
Maultasche (its designation of origin protected by the Swabian „Maultaschen“
EU since 2009) has given rise to a great many legends.
One claims that the Cistercian monks of Maulbronn Mo-
nastery (hence the name) were unwilling to go without
meat during the Lenten season, so without further ado
they concealed the forbidden food in a pasta dough. Markthalle Stuttgart
This gave rise to the Maultasche being nicknamed
Culinary tour through Stuttgart’s Market Hall
„Herrgottsb’scheißerle“ in the local dialect – politely
Germany has no shortage of market halls, but it’s hard to
translatable as „Swindlers of the Almighty“!
find one that displays its splendid fruit, colourful vege-
tables and local and international cheese, sausage, fish
and meat specialities in such a beautiful ambience as in © TMBW Christoph Düpper
Stuttgart’s Market Hall with its incomparable flair. In the
imposing, brightly-lit Art Nouveau building in the heart Nicer shopping: Merz & Benzing
Nightlife
of the city you’ll find nothing but the best. A visit here is It’s a beautiful world. At least at Merz & Benzing. The
a feast for the eyes, nose and palate – and an absolute store with its extraordinary range of goods is part of the
must for gourmets and lovers of historic architecture historic Art Nouveau Market Hall and offers exclusive
alike. treasures for the home, kitchen, garden, bedroom and
bathroom, as well as cosmetics, fabrics, flowers and lots
more besides.Breuninger Outletcity Metzingen 32 | 33
Breuninger – The Department Store for Stuttgart The picturesque town of Metzingen, 30 kilometres south
The fashion and lifestyle company Breuninger was foun- of Stuttgart and about two hours‘ drive from Frankfurt,
ded in 1881 by Eduard Breuninger, and has established Munich and Zurich, has lots more to offer besides. Situ-
itself as one of Europe‘s leading department stores. At ated in the middle of a biosphere reserve, the town with
the flagship store in Stuttgart, right in the heart of the its historical centre is well worth a visit, while its century-
city centre, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle are brought old tradition of wine growing and its first-class restau-
together across more than 40,000 square metres. Inter- rants make it an inviting place to linger.
national designer brands such as Armani, Burberry, Dior,
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in all the Dorotheen Quartier is a lively meeting place
that invites you to linger. Stores such as Louis Vuitton,
Rolex, Scotch & Soda, Steiff, Tesla or Woolrich demonst-
rate the fascinating shopping offer. A unique selection of
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© Outletcity Metzingen GmbHWilhelma und Schweinemuseum Sightseeing tours for groups 34 | 35
Wilhelma und schweinemuseum Wilhelma
Sightseeing tours for groups Galatea Fountain
Wilhelma – Pig Museum – Classic Tour of Discovery through Stuttgart
Germany´s only zoological Art, Culture and Kitsch a). Circular Tour of Stuttgart
and botanical gardens The world‘s largest Pig Museum in Stuttgart Stuttgart offers a host of impressive sights and views. On
An area roughly the size of 40 football pitches is home From lucky pig mascots to piggy banks and cuddly toys – this tour you can enjoy driving along its panoramic roads
to over 1,000 species of animals from every continent. from mass-produced kitsch and articles of daily use to and taking a look at Stuttgart‘s „culture mile“. You‘ll also
In addition, some 6,000 species of plants from all the valuable antiques and collector‘s items: over 50 000 explore the historical city centre on foot.
Earth´s climate zones flourish in the outstandingly sculptures, graphics and paintings from all over the
beautiful, partly historical greenhouses. Swabia´s King world tell their porcine stories in the exhibition‘s 29 Group price english: from € 125,-*
Wilhelm I had the oldest part of the complex with its theme rooms on an area of over 800 sq.m. From zoo- Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
buildings in the Moorish style laid out as a private park logical pigs to pigs in art, crafts and culture and pigs in
in the middle of the 19th century. The architect modeled mythology and symbolism: in this unique museum – b). Optional extras for the
them on the Alhambra in Granada in Spain, which led to the only one of its kind in the world – alternating exhibi- „Circular Tour of Stuttgart“
the Wilhelma´s nickname “The Alhambra tions convey a comprehensive impression of the essence Choose one of the following programme options:
on the Neckar”. Another visitor mag- of the Pig. The theme rooms give visitors the opportunity Visit to the Pig Museum from € 5,90* p.p.
net is the nursery for baby to ponder the sense, nonsense, and also of course the Visit to the Royal Burial Chapel from € 4,00* p.p.
apes. Stuttgart´s zoo is artistic representation of pigs. The sculpture garden and A look at the Gottlieb Daimler Memorial
the only one in Europe seasonal events round off the programme. (during opening hours only)
specialized in rearing great saugut@schweinemuseum.de Visit of the Television Tower from € 5,00* p.p.
apes, and young gorillas www.schweinemuseum.de Visit to the Museum of Viniculture
abandoned by their moth- from € 2,-* p.p. incl. VAT
ers are brought here from other zoos.
Through the windows of the enclosure visitors can watch Group price english: from € 155,-*
baby gorillas being fed, tended, played with and trained Plus admission charge for optional visit
by their keepers. Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours
info@wilhelma.de Stuttgart TV-Tower
www.wilhelma.de We‘ll be pleased to send you an offer for bus hire.
* Prices are subject to alteration
We do not indicate value added tax for mediated services.
Pig MuseumSightseeing tours for groups Sightseeing tours for groups in Stuttgart 36 | 37
Stuttgart „Stäffeles“ (Steps) Tours Architecture bus tour – Vineyard delight –
Up and down thousands of steps Stuttgart´s modern architecture Coach and Walking Tour around the Württemberg
Owing to its location in a valley basin, Stuttgart has far Stuttgart´s citizens are well aware in the art of build- There is a lot to see and to experience in one of
more flights of stairs – known locally as „Stäffele“ – than ing: For decades the federal state capital has been a Stuttgart´s most gorgeous wine regions. After a short
almost any other city. Enchanting paths and beautiful sce- center for innovative architecture and pioneering urban ride through the city center the coach takes you on a
nic lookout points along our original circular routes with development programs, which continuously fill the ride to the vineyards around Stuttgart while your guide
their many steps guarantee that you‘ll never be bored, international professional audience with enthusiasm. provides you with a lot of information about wine and
even after the 100th flight... Alongside classical buildings, breathtaking futuristic wine growing, the stories of course filled with interesting
structures as well as stylish accommodations leave their facts and anecdotes. The Coach tour ends at the Burial
Choose one of the following „Stäffele“ (Steps) tours:
marks on the versatile appearance on the streets of the Chapel on the Württemberg. After enjoying the stunning
„Stäffele“ Tour East
urban quarters. In the course of your tour we will show view of Stuttgart, the hike with your guide starts and
„Stäffele“ Tour West
you Stuttgart´s most important and impressive buildings goes through the vineyards of Württemberg towards the
Market Hall „Stäffele“ Tour North
of the modern age and give you an outlook on the major Museum of Viniculture in Uhlbach. Here you will have the
„Stäffele“ Tour South
Stuttgart City Walk and Market Hall Tour construction projects of the future. opportunity to learn more about the swabian wine and
„Stäffele“ Tour look-out East
Explore the city centre on foot its culture while your guide gives you a tour through the
„Stäffele“ Tour extrem Group price english: from € 200,- *
Stuttgart‘s city centre has a lot to offer. Not just one, museum. Before your coach takes you back to the city
Duration: approx. 3 hours
but two large palaces watch over its lively shopping pre- Group price english: from € 190,-* center you will have the opportunity to enjoy a wine tast-
cincts, and you‘re never very far from the wide expanses Duration: approx. 2.5 hours We‘ll be pleased to send you an offer for bus hire ing of swabian wines inside the modern wine shop.
of the Palace Gardens with their sculptures, fountains
Group price english: from € 225,-*
and ponds. Palace Square in the heart of the city, borde-
During the opening hours entrance to the museum:
red by impressive columned architecture, the Baroque
from € 2,-* p.p. incl. VAT
New Palace and the avant-garde façade of the Stuttgart
Wine tasting 2 wines with bread: € 7,50* p.p. incl.
Museum of Art, has a fascinating atmosphere and is gu-
VAT
aranteed to enchant every visitor. During this city walk
you‘ll learn lots of interesting facts about Stuttgart‘s fas- Duration: approx. 4 hours
cinating history and also take a look at Stuttgart‘s Market Opening hours
Hall with its unique flair. Tuesdays (march – october) 2 pm – 8 pm
Fridays 2 pm – 8 pm
Group price english: from € 125,-*
Saturday 2pm – 6 pm
Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours
Sunday and holidays 11 am – 6 pm
Stuttgarter “Stäffeles” (Steps) Tour
„PRO(BIER)TOUR“ (Beer Tasting Tour)
We‘ll be pleased to send you an offer for bus hire
Guided city walk with beer tasting
*prices are subject to alteration
Beginning at the „i-Punkt“ tourist information centre, this
We do not indicate value added tax for mediated services.
tour takes you to the main attractions in Stuttgart‘s city
centre. To round off the tour there‘s a visit to a brewery
restaurant in the heart of town, where you can enjoy a
fascinating and highly interesting beer tasting and sam-
ple four different kinds of beer, accompanied by a com-
mentary and a small snack. Prost!
Group price english: from € 125,-*
Beer tasting: from € 9,-* incl. VAT
Brewery Schönbuch Duration: approx. 2 hours
Stuttgart State Gallery
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