RASTATT

The baroque pearl on the Upper Rhine
The heart of the town is the Rastatt Residential Palace, one of the oldest baroque palaces on the Upper Rhine. The palace, built by order of Margrave Ludwig Wilhelm von Baden, now serves as a museum and provides an insight into the splendid life of the baroque aristocracy. The magnificently designed rooms and impressive architecture make the palace a must-see for every visitor.
In addition to the residential palace, Rastatt offers other cultural highlights, such as the Rastatt Fortress, which is considered one of the best-preserved baroque fortifications in Europe. The fortress and its underground casemates can be explored on guided tours and offer exciting insights into the military architecture of the past.
Rastatt is also a lively center of culture and art. The town museum in the Vogelsche Haus, the Zay cultural center and numerous galleries enrich the town’s cultural life. Events such as the Baroque Festival and the International Street Theater Festival bring Rastatt’s history to life in a creative way and attract visitors from near and far.
The town is also an ideal starting point for excursions into the charming countryside of the Upper Rhine and the Black Forest. The natural beauty of the region offers perfect conditions for hiking, cycling and exploring nature.
Rastatt, the baroque pearl on the Upper Rhine, is a town that welcomes its visitors with a fascinating blend of history, culture and natural beauty. It invites you to experience the splendor of the Baroque period while enjoying the hospitality and joie de vivre of the region.

https://www.rastatt.de/