Seniors Are Welcome In Wiesbaden

Wiesbaden, a city in southwest Germany has 275,000 inhabitants, plus approximately 19,000 United States citizens living there. With 26 hot springs, the city is one of the oldest and most famous spa towns in Europe and its name translates to “meadow baths.

This senior loves hot springs. How about you? Even the “old” Romans knew of the many hot springs and spent time in Wiesbaden. Today Wiesbaden is widely regarded as the wellness capital of Europe.

 There is much to see and do in Wiesbaden. Senior visitors will discover that the diversity is irresistible, and it will win you over. Whether you feel like a festively elegant classic event, or high-spirited parties, social gatherings or sports events with renowned personalities, you are bound to find something to suit your taste in Wiesbaden. The town is 40 km west of Frankfurt and across the Rhine River from Mainz.

Seniors Enjoy the Spas

TripAdvisor notes that the city is tucked in a lovely valley between the Rhine River and the Taunus Mountains and has long been an important spa city, dating back to Roman times when it was called Aquae Mattiacorum. For a soothing plunge, try the famous Kaiser Friedrich’s Therme in the city center.

Senior travelers, a good place to start exploring Wiesbaden is the Schlossplatz (Palace Square). You’ll find the Marktbrunnen  (Market Fountain, 1537), the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall, 1610) and, across the square, the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall; 1884-87).  In the 19th century, Wiesbaden also became a popular gambling center.

 The Kurhaus Wiesbaden with its magnificent ballrooms, is frequently the venue for traditional cultural events, open-air concerts and ballet performances. Pop inside the Kurhaus to see some incredibly ornate spaces, including the main hall, with its marble floor, granite columns, Greco-Roman–style statuary and sparkling dome mosaics, and a casino .

 City Center Draws Senior Strollers

Once you are in the city center it’s enjoyable to just stroll along. The main pedestrian area (Fußgängerzone) is similar to an open-air mall, but more relaxed. A variety of shops line the street and alleys, and it is closed off to automobiles.

In 2013 the “Nerobergbahn”, one of the city´s most popular leisure-time destinations, celebrated its 125th anniversary. Ride up the hill with the Neroberg Mountain Train, it is like a journey into the past. The easiest way to get up the Neroberg is to take the historic funicular railway. Inaugurated in 1888 the train is powered by water ballast.

Enjoy every moment in Wiesbaden.  jeb