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Bensheim - Culture and Nature
Bensheim is a city that boasts many cultural and natural attractions. The marketplace with its half-timbered houses and St. George's Church forms the heart of the city. Other squares are named after partner cities and invite you to linger. But not only the squares are worth seeing, also the Fürstenlager State Park is worth a visit. Here you will find a summer residence with exotic trees and courtyard buildings.
The KulturParktheater offers various cultural activities, while the music school offers 17 instrument subjects. The city library has over 50,000 media units available and invites you to browse. In total, there are 557 cultural monuments in
Bensheim, including the Alte Faktorei, the Bismarck Tower, and the Kirchberghäuschen. The city has already hosted the Hessentag twice.
In addition to the cultural attractions, there are also many protected areas such as the Jägersburger/Gernsheimer Wald and the Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald. For children, there is a new youth center as well as a BMX/skate park.
Regular events such as the Bergsträßer Jazz Festival, the Gertrud-Eysoldt-Ring Theater Prize, the
Bensheimer Passion Play, the Weinlagenwanderung, the MaiWay Festival, and the Citizen Festival attract numerous visitors every year.
Various events take place in
Bensheim every year, such as the Bachgassenfest in July, the Vogel der Nacht Music Festival in August, the Bergsträßer Winzerfest in September, and the Jog and Rock Run in September. HSG
Bensheim/Auerbach is a well-known handball team and there are several football clubs in the city.
The onion cake in the style of Frau von
Bensheim is a culinary specialty. If you want to relax after an eventful day in the city, you can do so at the
Tobbaccon Hotel. The
hotel offers a restaurant as well as free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. From your room, you can also enjoy a magnificent view of the surroundings.
Bensheim is a city full of life and adventure. Whether you are interested in culture or nature - everyone will find something suitable here. The many events attract numerous visitors every year and ensure an unforgettable time in this beautiful city.
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