Rastatt Palace

Rastatt Palace is the oldest Baroque palace on the Upper Rhine and an impressive testament to absolutist splendor. Built between 1700 and 1707 for Margrave Ludwig Wilhelm of Baden-Baden, also known as "Türkenlouis", the palace served as a residence and political center of his rule. Its architecture is modeled after the French example of Versailles and still conveys a sense of power and representation, as was typical in the Baroque era.

The large courtyard, the symmetrical wing buildings, and the rich stuccowork inside give the building its majestic effect. Particularly noteworthy are the ancestral hall with its elaborate ceiling paintings and the palace church with its elegant Rococo furnishings. Rastatt Palace also houses the Military History Museum and the memorial for the freedom movements in German history - both worthwhile insights into a tumultuous past.

Baroque Flair Along Historical Routes

Visitors to Rastatt Palace not only immerse themselves in the world of the high nobility, but also experience a region that is perfect for a leisurely drive in a convertible. The well-developed roads around Rastatt, which lead through the Rhine Valley, along historical canals, and through small villages, provide ideal conditions for a relaxing convertible tour. The nearby Baden Spargelstrasse or the Street of Democracy can be perfectly combined with a detour to the palace.

A stopover in Rastatt is worthwhile both culturally and atmospherically. The palace park invites you to stroll, and the city center around the residential palace offers charming cafés and restaurants - ideal for a stylish break on a varied convertible route.

Elegance, History, and Driving Enjoyment

The combination of majestic architecture, historically significant exhibitions, and the surrounding Rhine plain makes Rastatt Palace an excellent destination on any convertible journey. Especially in spring and summer, the palace shows itself from its most beautiful side when the Baroque ensemble shines in the sunlight and the surrounding landscape invites you to cruise.

A Baroque Gem with a Tumultuous History

Rastatt Palace is more than just an architectural highlight - it is a place where history comes alive and combines perfectly with a leisurely drive through Baden, for example on the Baden Spargelstrasse or the Street of Democracy. Those seeking the extraordinary will find a successful mix of culture, style, and relaxed mobility here.