Stuttgart: Top 12 sights that will amaze you in Germany's automotive capital

Old Castle

One of the main visiting cards of Stuttgart is the Old Castle. This residence of the representatives of the House of Württemberg is one of the oldest buildings in Stuttgart and has great historical and cultural value.

In the 10th century, a rampart was erected at the behest of Duke Luidolf to protect his "Horse Garden". At the end of the 11th century, construction of the stone castle began. The tournament hall, built in 1325, has survived to this day.

Inside the castle there is now a museum complex, which boasts the jewels of the royal family, unique clocks, ancient musical instruments and paintings from the medieval era. The southern part of the building is dedicated to the 16th century church, which houses the tombs of kings and famous citizens of Stuttgart.

Mercedes-Benz Museum

Undoubtedly, it is one of the most visited attractions in Stugart.

The modern Mercedes-Benz Museum offers everyone who wishes to touch the great historical past of the famous automobile concern. There are about 1500 exhibits — cars that have seen the light of day during the 120-year history of the factory. Among the presented examples of cars there are those illustrating the development of the automobile industry. Here you can see not only limousines and modern cars, but also ancient carriages. These are priceless exhibits on display for all to see.

Schiller Square

What to see in Stuttgart in 1 day to see the most significant objects? The correct answer you have just learned: the square is home to the Schiller Monument, the Old Chancellery and Castle, and the Collegiate Church. Many unique buildings were practically destroyed during World War II. However, indifferent citizens managed to find funds for their high-precision reconstruction.

Solitude Castle

Solitüd Castle is a baroque palace located about 10 kilometers from Stuttgart and dating back to 1769. The name of the castle romantically translates from French as solitude. Its founder is a representative of the Württemberg dynasty.

The luxurious castle is located in a picturesque environment in the German state of Baden-Württemberg. The place is quiet and secluded — suitable for relaxing after sightseeing in the city center.

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Stuttgart State Opera

The Stuttgart State Opera is now a significant European opera center, a repeated winner of the honorary title "Opera House of the Year", which has been awarded to the theater 6 times (no other theater in Germany can boast of such a number).

The theater is the home stage for renowned companies — the Stuttgart Opera and the Stuttgart Ballet, whose productions can be seen in the hall for 1400 spectators. During the season, the Stuttgart State Opera House presents about 20 different performances, attended by about 250,000 people.

So even if you don't consider yourself a hardcore opera connoisseur, this place is still worth putting on your must see list.

Rosenstein Palace

A 19th century castle built in the architectural style of late classicism. It is known, among other things, for the fact that Wilhelm I died here in 1864. The building served as a summer residence for the royal family. Here the rulers organized all kinds of celebrations and receptions. In the middle of the 19th century the complex was supplemented with a picturesque landscaped park. Today the Rosenstein Palace houses the State Museum of Natural History.

State Gallery

Here are preserved the amazing beauty of paintings by Rubens, Manet, Renoir and other outstanding creators of international renown.

The gallery was created back in the 19th century. After the hostilities, it needed a large-scale reconstruction, which the city authorities carried out in 1958. Later, after several decades, the house was rebuilt again. Now this place attracts connoisseurs of man-made art from all over the world.

Monastery Church

Few interesting places in Stuttgart can boast such a stunning and grandiose view as this religious site. The date of its construction is the 12th century. The building has several completely different towers in shape and appearance. Note that in the 15th century a full reconstruction of the structure was carried out — it was she who gave the church a facade in the late Gothic style. Inside there are valuable paintings of the 16th century and tombs of the 17th century.

Stuttgart City Library

Both the modern library building and its sumptuous collection of literature and scientific works will amaze you. Even the shape of the building itself is a cube with many panoramic windows. Each level of the building is allocated to a separate department with its own theme.

The interior of the library with large halls is thought out to the last detail: there are zones for music and work in the global network, rest, children and acquaintance with books.

Pig Museum

There are many museums in the world that are unique, strange and can make you wonder or smile. One such is the Pig Museum in Stuttgart. This fan complex is loved by both adults and kids. Why exactly the pig became the symbol of the whole museum? Because the inhabitants of Germany consider this animal to bring good luck and prosperity.

At first the museum exhibited only a private collection with images and figurines of piglets. Today, there are ritual masks, sculptures and figurines made of porcelain, crystal and precious metals.

Königstrasse

If you are interested in the best hotels in Stuttgart, look for them on this street. The city's main shopping and pedestrian promenade stretches for 1.2 kilometers. In addition to hotels, stores and restaurants, the street is home to many modern and historical attractions.

Wilhelm Complex

The complex includes a large and beautiful 19th century botanical garden with sequoias, giant water lilies, tropical vegetation several meters high, rare orchids and other flora.

On the park territory there is a zoo-zoo, where numerous inhabitants of different kinds live in the open air: wild donkeys, zebras, giraffes, etc. There is a unique for Europe kindergarten for monkeys — there are no similar gardens in any European country. You can take pictures and play with the cubs.