Attractions in Bielefeld Germany

If you are considering travel to Germany, you may want to go off the beaten path. In addition to visiting the more famous cities, take the time to visit Bielefeld Germany. Bielefeld offers many attractions and activities for the seasoned traveler and those new to the continent.   

For starters there is the magnificent Sparrenburg Castle a must see for every Bielefeld tourist. Built in the mid-1200s this castle was often tested but never failed to survive a siege. It has undergone careful restoration and is an impressive sight perched above the city of Bielefeld and available for tours that include a tower ascent with a great view of the city and an eerie tour of the underground passages. The castle hosts a summer festival that hearkens back to the Middle Ages in a true-to-life setting.  

Museums local to Bielefeld Germany include a history museum, a museum that features European arts and crafts, an international art museum, a farm museum and a lovely sculpture garden and art museum situated on the grounds of a former nobleman’s estate. 

Hotels in Germany include the old and the new and even the older, traditional hotels now offer modern amenities. Restaurants in Bielefeld Germany range from the traditional Westphalian German cuisine, to French, Italian, Mediterranean, Egyptian, seafood, organic, Austrian and even Mexican and Chinese. There are many restaurants in Bielefeld offering Westphalian cuisine and it would be a shame to skip the local fare. So, stay away from the American fast food restaurants that have popped up in Bielefeld, and try several of these fine Westphalian restaurants during your visit to Bielefeld. You are sure to find something you like!

If you are not an independent soul who loves to wander the streets on your own, you may prefer one of the many guided tours. These range from short tours of botanical gardens to one day and weekend tours of the city and countryside surrounding Bielefeld Germany. Here in Bielefeld there are annual, seasonal festivals and even tourist cards that offer free entry to Sparrenburg Castle and many other attractions in addition to discounts to the open air swimming pool, a tour of the local brewery and other attractions as well as free use of the tram and bus service. For visitors to Bielefeld Germany, the Tourist Card is the deal of a lifetime!

As you can see, Bielefeld Germany has much to offer. From the charming Bielefeld Germany hotels to the gardens, castle and surrounding countryside, there is much to do and see in this wonderful German city. Plan to stay a while and enjoy your trip!