Mannheim Germany

Ever heard of Mannheim Germany? Well, some of the most important inventions were made in Mannheim:

• The first bicycle ever built in 1817 by Karl Drais
• The first automobile by Carl-Benz in 1886
• The first rocket aircraft in 1929

So, a town of industry and engineering.. but there is a lot more to see in Mannheim Germany. The town of Mannheim should not be overlooked when planning your Germany vacation. Mannheim is located in Baden-Wuerttemberg and has about 320.000 inhabitants. On the first view, the town looks like a usual industrial city that has not that much to offer. But don't pass your judgement on Mannheim too quick. There's a lot more behind Mannheim but factories and industry.  

The town of Mannheim offers numerous leisure facilities like the Luisenpark - voted one of the most beautiful park areas in Europe - and tremendous museums of history and art. It is also home of the University of Mannheim, a school with outstanding reputation especially for its economic courses. Therefore, there are many students in town, caring for a lively nightlife in the inner-city.

Above all, the open-mindedness of the citizens of Mannheim allows new arrivals to feel at home real quick. No wonder, Mannheim is one of the most multicultural cities of Germany.

Mannheim also offers cultural highlights like the Water Tower - the town's landmark - and the Palace of Mannheim - the historical residence of electors Karl Philipp and Karl Theodor. The town also benefits from its convenient location. Many travel destinations and recreation areas like Ladenburg, Schwetzingen or Heidelberg are only a stone's throw away.