Nowadays, the former royal capital is known as a distinguished spa town and an international festival town. The townscape is an outstanding example of spa architecture from the 19th and 20th centuries.
The pompous casino with its year history, where the gas candelabra are still traditionally lit by hand, is considered one of the most beautiful casinos in the world. Top stars of the international classical music stage such as Placido Domingo or Anne-Sophie Mutter delight audiences in the Baden-Baden Festival Theatre, the second largest opera house in Europe boasting world-acclaimed acoustics.
The Museum Frieder Burda houses a significant collection of modern art in a building designed by the renowned New York architect Richard Meier.
Visitors have the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind in the parks and gardens while strolling past the lemon and orange trees and noble roses.
Visitors here enjoy perfect luxury only associated with the five star superior category. From a culinary point of view Baden-Baden offers indulgence pure β from the glass of champagne overlooking the Kurhaus to the candlelight dinner in the gourmet restaurant J. Messmer through to the hearty Baden cuisine in one of the local traditional bars. Dancing, music and cocktails can be enjoyed in the Equipage in the Kurhaus.
