Schlossplatz (Palace Square), Stuttgart (must see)
Palace Square (Schlossplatz), the largest square in Stuttgart Mitte, is a prominent cultural and historical landmark. Dominating the square is the New Palace (Neues Schloss), constructed between 1746 and 1807. Originally a military parade ground, the square was not accessible to the public until the mid-1800s. The area around Palace Square is characterized by its proximity to other significant squares, with Karlsplatz to the south and Schillerplatz to the southwest. The K枚nigstra脽e (King Street) runs through the square from north to south, creating a central thoroughfare.
The New Palace and its grounds became public property in 1918. However, during World War II, the palace and much of Stuttgart Mitte suffered heavy damage from Allied bombings. A restoration project took place from 1958 to 1964, resulting in a modernized interior that now houses the ministries of Culture and the Treasury for the Baden-W眉rttemberg government.
In the past, the King Street that bisects the plaza accommodated vehicular traffic, but the construction of an underground station and tunnels in the 1960s redirected traffic away from the square. The most recent comprehensive renovation of Palace Square occurred in 1977, coinciding with the Bundesgartenschau (Federal Garden Show) in Stuttgart. The lawns and flowerbeds were further refreshed in 2006 for the World Cup Finals.
Palace Square is a hub for various public events, including open-air concerts, children's fairs, and the annual Weihnachten market, which features an outdoor ice rink. During the 2006 World Cup Finals, the square became a gathering point for over 40,000 spectators, who watched matches on large screens. In 2008, Palace Square hosted the United Buddy Bears exhibition, displaying 144 two-meter-high sculptures representing cultural understanding and tolerance.
The New Palace and its grounds became public property in 1918. However, during World War II, the palace and much of Stuttgart Mitte suffered heavy damage from Allied bombings. A restoration project took place from 1958 to 1964, resulting in a modernized interior that now houses the ministries of Culture and the Treasury for the Baden-W眉rttemberg government.
In the past, the King Street that bisects the plaza accommodated vehicular traffic, but the construction of an underground station and tunnels in the 1960s redirected traffic away from the square. The most recent comprehensive renovation of Palace Square occurred in 1977, coinciding with the Bundesgartenschau (Federal Garden Show) in Stuttgart. The lawns and flowerbeds were further refreshed in 2006 for the World Cup Finals.
Palace Square is a hub for various public events, including open-air concerts, children's fairs, and the annual Weihnachten market, which features an outdoor ice rink. During the 2006 World Cup Finals, the square became a gathering point for over 40,000 spectators, who watched matches on large screens. In 2008, Palace Square hosted the United Buddy Bears exhibition, displaying 144 two-meter-high sculptures representing cultural understanding and tolerance.
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Sight Name: Schlossplatz (Palace Square)
Sight Location: Stuttgart, Germany (See walking tours in Stuttgart)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Stuttgart, Germany (See walking tours in Stuttgart)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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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 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.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
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'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