Bad Wilhelmshoehe

Kassel
Bergpark Wilhelmshoehe showing a lake or waterhole
At the heart of this district stands a glorious mountain park, capped by a monument to a Greek demigod, with views of water stairs and palaces.

Bad Wilhelmshöhe is one of Kassel’s most scenic districts, with great swaths of parkland dotted with historic structures. Streams, lakes and the Steinhöfer Waterfall add to the varied terrain, while the palaces provide a window into the region’s glamorous past. Consider visiting Bad Wilhelmshöhe over a couple of days so you can fully explore its sites, including the natural and architectural attractions in the vast Wilhelmshöhe Park.

The park takes up the western half of the district as it moves away from the city center of Kassel. Climb up twisting paths to the hilly peaks of the park for excellent views of the pastoral surroundings. Consider the extensive history of the land, which was made into a baroque park in the late 17th century.

Among the park’s highlights is the 18th-century Löwenburg Castle that remains open to visitors. Join a tour of the armory and chapel, taking time to note the mock medieval design. Make your way to the nearby neoclassical behemoth of Schloss Wilhelmshöhe that was used as a summer residence by Emperor Wilhelm II. Today, it contains the art exhibits of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister gallery.

Crowning the grassy mountain of the park is the Hercules monument. Climb the many steps to reach the octagonal structure. Look up to see a pyramid with the sculpture of the Greek demigod. Admire the artificial set of cascades made up of water running down steps from the monument.

The district runs west from the center of Kassel in the middle of Germany. Travel by bus to the Kassel Wilhelmshöhe station or ride a tram to one of the many stops scattered across the area. Visit some of the landmarks just outside of the district, such as the Dönche Nature Reserve, the Goetheanlage park and the Kongress Palais Kassel.

Water stairs, a mock medieval castle and a neogothic palace are among the extraordinary features of the mountain park in Bad Wilhelmshöhe.


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pentahotel Kassel
pentahotel Kassel
Bertha-von-Suttner Strasse 15, Kassel, HE
Fully refundable
The price is ¥11,207 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
¥11,207
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Popular attractions Kassel Congress Center and Neue Galerie are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (607 reviews)
"Very quiet, breakfast was excellent, parking was a bit difficult."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2023

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Schlosshotel Bad Wilhelmshöhe
Schlosshotel Bad Wilhelmshöhe
4.5 out of 5
Schlosspark 8, Kassel, HE
The price is ¥25,236 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥25,236
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Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Schloss Wilhelmshoehe and Wilhelmshoehe ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (443 reviews)
"Good location for walks and outdoor space but out of town if you’re looking for something lively. Breakfast was good, staff very polite. Room very spacious although bathroom a little dated."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023

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Hotel am Herkules - garni
Hotel am Herkules - garni
Hüttenbergstraße 14, Kassel
The price is ¥12,663 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5
¥12,663
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Apr 4 - Apr 5
Stay at this hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Hercules ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (118 reviews)
"The beds are very comfy and the staff very friendly. I would be very happy to stay again."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2023

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Mountainpark Kassel
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Im Druseltal 93, Kassel
The price is ¥11,318 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥11,318
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Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Loewenburg Castle and Hercules Monument are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay here! There is a trail leading to the Hercules monument if you'd like a hike (but not horribly hard) right across the street. There are a few close dining options and the restaurant at the hotel was great (italian options). Breakfast was very good. The staff was super helpful as ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2023

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Hotel Schweizer Hof Kassel
Hotel Schweizer Hof Kassel
3.5 out of 5
Wilhelmshöher Allee 288, Kassel, HE
The price is ¥21,068 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥21,068
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Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Kassel Congress Center and Schloss Wilhelmshoehe ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (189 reviews)
"Thought there was no AC in the room, the sweet staff offered us a fan. Very nice!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2023

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Best Western Hotel Kurfürst Wilhelm I
Best Western Hotel Kurfürst Wilhelm I
Wilhelmshöher Allee 257, Kassel
The price is ¥17,282 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥17,282
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Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this hotel in Kassel. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Kassel ...
8/10 Very Good! (87 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay, staff is excellant very helpful. It is clean, convient, quiet."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2023

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