K枚nigstrasse (King Street), Stuttgart (must see)
King Street (K枚nigstrasse) in Stuttgart is a historic and vibrant shopping boulevard that traces its roots back to the early 19th century. Initially developed during the reign of Friedrich, the first king of W眉rttemberg, this street has evolved from a strategic royal location to one of Germany's premier shopping destinations. The transformation began when King Friedrich relocated the royal stables and Saint Eberhard's Church from Solitude Palace to the lower part of King Street, up to the Schlossplatz (Palace Square). This area also once hosted the K枚nigstor, or King's Gate, which stood until its demolition in 1922.
The street saw significant modernization in 1977 when approximately 400 meters of lower King Street were redesigned as a pedestrian precinct for the national gardening exhibition. This redesign, led by the Stuttgart architects' office Behnisch, included the addition of fountains, trees, kiosks, and playground equipment, enhancing the street's appeal as a leisure and shopping area.
Today, King Street extends for 1.2 kilometers, beginning opposite the main railway station and cutting through the city's heart. It boasts an array of specialist shops, department stores, caf茅s, restaurants, and relaxation areas, making it one of Germany's longest and most distinguished shopping streets. The thoroughfare is flanked by other charming streets such as Eberhardstrasse, Stiftstrasse, and the stylish Calwer Strasse, which are home to elegant shops and boutiques, further contributing to the area's reputation as a shopping haven.
The street saw significant modernization in 1977 when approximately 400 meters of lower King Street were redesigned as a pedestrian precinct for the national gardening exhibition. This redesign, led by the Stuttgart architects' office Behnisch, included the addition of fountains, trees, kiosks, and playground equipment, enhancing the street's appeal as a leisure and shopping area.
Today, King Street extends for 1.2 kilometers, beginning opposite the main railway station and cutting through the city's heart. It boasts an array of specialist shops, department stores, caf茅s, restaurants, and relaxation areas, making it one of Germany's longest and most distinguished shopping streets. The thoroughfare is flanked by other charming streets such as Eberhardstrasse, Stiftstrasse, and the stylish Calwer Strasse, which are home to elegant shops and boutiques, further contributing to the area's reputation as a shopping haven.
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K枚nigstrasse (King Street) on Map
Sight Name: K枚nigstrasse (King Street)
Sight Location: Stuttgart, Germany (See walking tours in Stuttgart)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Stuttgart, Germany (See walking tours in Stuttgart)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Stuttgart, Germany
Create Your Own Walk in Stuttgart
Creating your own self-guided walk in Stuttgart is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Stuttgart Introduction Walking Tour
Stuttgart is the capital of Baden-W眉rttemberg, a German state that is often referred to as BaW眉 or BW. Stuttgart has a large metropolitan area, and the city is known for its high quality of living.
The area's fertile land has attracted settlements for centuries. The Romans settled here in AD 83. During the 10th century, the Duke of Swabia used the area to breed warhorses. The town grew... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
The area's fertile land has attracted settlements for centuries. The Romans settled here in AD 83. During the 10th century, the Duke of Swabia used the area to breed warhorses. The town grew... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Stuttgart Shopping Tour
When it comes to quality shopping, Stuttgart is a great destination, offering shopping enthusiasts a plethora of options to consider.
The city's main thoroughfare, King Street, colloquially known as Konigstrasse, is one of its prime shopping areas. This bustling avenue, lined with upscale boutiques and department stores, offers everything from high-end fashion to unique souvenirs.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
The city's main thoroughfare, King Street, colloquially known as Konigstrasse, is one of its prime shopping areas. This bustling avenue, lined with upscale boutiques and department stores, offers everything from high-end fashion to unique souvenirs.
... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Stuttgart's Historical Buildings
Despite being almost completely destroyed during World War II, Stuttgart boasts a wealth of quite impressive historical architecture. In the city center, carefully rebuilt after the war, you will find a mix of centuries-old castles, churches and other attractive buildings fit to impress anyone with their beauty and peculiar features.
For some serious architectural appreciation of Stuttgart,... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles
For some serious architectural appreciation of Stuttgart,... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.3 Km or 0.8 Miles