Places to see in ( Marburg - Germany )

A romantic German riverfront town that dates back to the 9th century. Marburg Castle overlooks this medieval university town.

Marburg is a university town in the German federal state of Hessen, capital of the Marburg-Biedenkopf district. The town area spreads along the valley of the river Lahn and has a population of approximately 72,000.

Marburg is a small university town north of Frankfurt in the Lahn valley. It was almost untouched by bombs during WWII. The old city("Oberstadt", upper city) is a labyrinth of narrow, cobblestone streets lined with extremely well-preserved examples of 17th and 18th century "Hessische" architecture. Hearing nearby church bells toll while walking through this part of Marburg is a life changing experience. This is the Germany you expect from the tour books and here you can enjoy it free from the crowds of tourists.

The Philipps Universität (founded 1527) is the oldest Protestant university in the world. Marburg has approximately 81,000 residents. With 21,000 students and 6,000 people working for the university, the slogan of Marburg is: "Other cities may have a university, Marburg is a university."

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Stroll around the old city and enjoy the medieval atmosphere in combination with the spirit of an university town. Visit the Elisabeth-Church, Germany's oldest gothic church, and the old castle at top of the "Oberstadt". Also worth seeing are the old university building, the city hall, and Weidenhausen (the old part of the town on the other side of the river Lahn).

Take a romantic pedal boat trip on the river Lahn, which starts from the bridge opposite to the old university building. Take a hike up to the Spiegelslustturm and enjoy a wonderful view over Marburg at night. There is an exhibition on the culture and history of Hesse in the old castle and also guided tours through the "Kasematten", the cellars of the castle.

There is the aquamar, a relatively new swimming pool with a spa area. Take a train in the direction of Kassel to Kirchhain, a lovely small German town with interesting large markets like the New Years Market or the Martins market.

You can also take a trip to the Amoeneburg, an old fortress 15 km east of Marburg, or to castle Rauischholzhausen , a traditional castle with a nice park. You can also go for longer hikes in the surrounding hills and the picturesque forests.

If you are looking for culture, art and a special place to enjoy a glass of wine, visit the Kulturzentrum Waggonhalle, rigth behind the train station. Placed in the historic Waggonhalls, you will find art exhibitions, theater, concerts, flea markets, cabaret and much more. The Rotkehlchen Cafe/Restaurant serves great affordable food, tasty cakes, and offers outside seating.

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