Hesse

Stay in a holiday home in the country of the Brothers Grimm, and experience the fairy tale for yourself! From your holiday home in Hesse, visit the castle of Sleeping Beauty, climb the tower of Rapunzel, or discover the candy house where Hans and Gretel were held prisoner. Imagine yourself in a fairytale during a versatile holiday in Hesse, and be surprised by the wonders of this region full of historical sights, green landscapes and authentic villages. Enjoy a holiday full of wonders in a holiday home in Hesse, the heart of Germany!

Discover the culture of Hesse

Holiday homes in Hesse are available in all shapes and sizes, how about a cosy holiday home in the middle of nature? Bundesland Hesse offers beautiful mountain landscapes, and a very varied range of culture. Among the lively towns and cosy villages, you'll find Romanesque churches, Gothic cathedrals, impressive Roman military sites, and medieval castles that take you back to the times of earls and princes. Like the Hessian town of Dillenburg, the birthplace of William of Orange. However, the radiant centre of the Hesse region is the city of Frankfurt am Main, situated between diverse nature reserves. This vibrant city is known for its financial centre and annual Buchmesse (the world's largest book fair). Impressive buildings such as the Alte Oper, the Sint Pauluskerk and various skyscrapers will keep you staring on a holiday in Frankfurt. The cosy old town around the cathedral and the historic Rómer has many entertainment venues, such as cosy cafes, trendy discotheques, modern casinos, and delicious restaurants. A delicious Frankfurter (sausage) sandwich is a must during a visit to this city. Combine this with a delicious beer on the terrace, and you will immediately savour the taste of Germany. Wine lovers can enjoy a glass of apple wine in Hesse, called Ebbelwoi. The Hessian winegrowers invite you to come and have a drink with them, and take a look at the brewery.

Hesse, a holiday full of action and adventure

A holiday home in Hesse offers more than just culture! Even the more active can enjoy themselves from a holiday home in Hesse! Discover the fascinating nature reserves of the Bergstraße-Odenwald and Kühkopf on foot, by bike or by canoe. Or enjoy numerous sports facilities in one of the various recreation areas. Enjoy narrow shopping streets and beautiful gardens in one of the surrounding villages. Or visit the fairy tale route. With the town of Hanau, the birthplace of the Brothers Grimm and Kassel, where the Brothers Grimm Museum is located, and let your own fairy tale come to life during your holiday in Hesse!

In winter, you can go to a number of places in Hesse for a real winter sports holiday. For example, in the towns of Willingen, Feldberg and Diemelsee, there are no kilometres of pistes but short, wide pistes together providing more than 100 kilometres of fun in the snow for young and old. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Hesse also offers excellent cross-country skiing. You can be guaranteed of snow in this region on bird's mountain. At almost 800 metres, this is one of the highest ski areas in Hesse. Experience an active holiday, and enjoy sports activities all year round from your holiday home in Hesse.

Relax on a holiday in Hesse

Are you in need of some rest this holiday? Holiday homes in Hesse ensure you can enjoy a wonderfully relaxing holiday in all luxury. In Hesse, you can always go to one of the 30 healing seaside resorts and spas that this region has to offer for the necessary dose of rest. Enjoy a relaxing treatment, and pamper your body and mind. Why not visit the thermal baths of Wiesbaden, the capital of Hesse, known for its hot spring and Kurhaus. Come back from a holiday in Hesse like a new you!

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Holiday in Hesse - FAQs
How many Belvilla houses can I choose from in Hesse?

There are 160+ Belvilla houses in Hesse.

What are the most important places to visit in Hesse?

Some of the most important places when visiting Hesse are Roam Kassel’s park, Braunfels Castle, Butzbach, Kassel, and Frankfurt.

Any activities that I must include during my stay in Hesse?

Some of the must-do activities in Hesse are

  • Historical and Sightseeing Tour
  • Trekking
  • Exploring Nature Trail
  • Water Sports
  • Visiting Museums

 

If I’m coming from the UK, what are my options?

Travelers from the UK can reach Hesse by train, motor vehicle, or flight.

When is the ideal time to visit Hesse?

The months from June to October are the best to visit Hesse.

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