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How to get to Ludwigsburg from Stuttgart
How to get to Ludwigsburg from Frankfurt
How to get to Ludwigsburg from Karlsruhe
What to see & do in Ludwigsburg
When to travel to Ludwigsburg
Ludwigsburg is located in the central part of Baden-Wurttemberg region, close to Stuttgart. Ludwigsburg attracts many tourists thanks to a palace and a park preserved here. The Ludwigsburg palace is one of the largest Baroque palaces in Germany. The other great place of interest in the town is the Market Square area, where many architectural monuments from different historical periods are situated. I have travelled in the Baden-Wurttemberg region extensively and I can confirm that local towns kept their authenticity and can boast great architecture, including palaces, castles, cathedrals, etc.
After some research, I can say that it is advisable to visit Ludwigsburg at any time of the year. It may be slightly more picturesque during springs and summers as the palace is surrounded with extensive park area. But the weather is quite mild all year around. In winters the air temperature rarely drops below zero; in springs it`s time to blossom; in summers the weather is warm, but not hot; in autumns you can be especially attracted with colorful nature.
How to get to Ludwigsburg
Where do you fly into to get to Ludwigsburg? Getting to Ludwigsburg is not difficult, the town is connected by road and rail routes to all major cities in the region, but it is most convenient to get here from Stuttgart or Frankfurt, since they are the two nearest cities with international airports. Check the current timetable from your city at Aviasales booking service. Then you can move along by public transport or by car.
How to get to Ludwigsburg from Stuttgart
I found out, that the distance between Stuttgart and Ludwigsburg is only 15 km, so this is the closest large city with its own airport. Stuttgart and Ludwigsburg are connected with highway # B27, as well as railway routes.
By train: The journey by the regional train from Stuttgart to Ludwigsburg takes only 12-15 minutes. Trains run throughout the day, with a period of 10-15 minutes. Train timetables can be checked at the Raileurope booking service. Tickets to Ludwigsburg can be purchased either online or at the ticket office of Stuttgart railway station.
By taxi: You can also get to Ludwigsburg from the city center of Stuttgart or from the airport by taxi; the travel time is about 30 minutes. You can order a taxi at the information desk at Stuttgart Airport, or in advance via the Internet on the Kiwitaxi transfer booking service and others.
By renting a car: One more advisable way to travel between cities in Germany is to rent a car. You can rent a car right at the airport upon arrival, or at any other rental offices in Stuttgart. You can also book a car in advance on the different booking services such as Discover Cars, Economybookings, etc. Both online services have a great number of positive reviews so I can recommend them when looking for a car rental.
◊A useful tip: Compare a few of booking services to choose the best price. Roads in Germany are high-speed (the so-called autobahns), so you can move along quickly and comfortably. Stuttgart is connected with Ludwigsburg by highway № B27 (see on the map).
How to get to Ludwigsburg from Frankfurt
Based on my research, the distance between Frankfurt and Ludwigsburg is about 190 km, the cities are connected with the A6 highway.
By train: The most convenient way to get from Frankfurt to Ludwigsburg is by train. This route is operated with both direct trains and trains with a small change in Stuttgart (insignificant in time). Travel time takes from 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on the duration of the change and the type of train (regional or high-speed). Trains run all day long. Trains depart from Frankfurt Central Station once per half an hour. Train timetable can be checked at the Raileurope booking service. I use Raileurope extensively when planning my routes in Europe. In my opinion, it is a very convenient service, because I can compare different routes and the duration of the train journey.
By renting a car: Another popular way to travel between cities in Germany is to rent a car. You can rent a car right at the airport upon arrival, or at any other rental offices in Frankfurt. You can also book a car in advance on the different booking services such as Discover Cars, Economybookings, etc.
◊A useful tip: Compare a few of booking services to choose the best price. Roads in Germany are high-speed (the so-called autobahns), so you can move along quickly and comfortably. Frankfurt and Ludwigsburg are connected with highway # A6 (see on the map).
How to get to Ludwigsburg from Karlsruhe
The distance between Karlsruhe and Ludwigsburg is about 80 km, both cities are connected with the A8 highway, which goes through Pforzheim and Ettlingen. In addition, you can get from one city to another by train.
By train: Karlsruhe and Ludwigsburg are connected with direct and interchange routes. For instance, you can get to Ludwigsburg by a direct regional train in 1 hour 10 minutes. Trains operate all day long (direct trains run every 2 hours). Train timetables can be checked at the Raileurope booking service. Tickets to Ludwigsburg can be purchased either online or at the ticket office of the Karlsruhe railway station. I tried both variants and as a rule when booking online I have more options available.
Where to stay in Ludwigsburg
Ludwigsburg is a relatively small town, so there are not many options of accommodation. I did some research and found out, that there are several large chain hotels in Ludwigsburg, as well as a small number of local ones. In case you would like to visit not only Ludwigsburg residence, but other interesting attractions, it may be wise to stay longer than for a one day.
BLAUZEIT Designhotel by Libertas 4* – This Ludwigsburg hotel is located in the very center of the town and offers its guests, in addition to the standard options, a spa and a lounge area. The train station is within a radius of less than a 1 km from the hotel. Wi-Fi is free, private parking is available for a fee. The hotel has single and double rooms, as well as business class rooms for guests arriving in the city for business purposes. The rooms have air conditioning, TV, telephone, radio. Breakfasts, depending on the type of room, may be included in the price, or may be paid separately (check when booking). The hotel received the best reviews for the professionalism of the staff and the cleanliness of the rooms. There is a luggage storage at the hotel. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Standard check-in is from 14.00, check-out is until 12.00.
NH Ludwigsburg 3* – The hotel is conveniently located close to the railway station – just a few minutes’ walk. The hotel has its own lobby bar, Wi-Fi is available free of charge, and private paid parking is also can be found on site. Standard hotel rooms offer their guests a safe, air conditioning, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi. Breakfast, depending on the type of room, may be included in the price, or may be paid separately. Breakfasts are served buffet style. The hotel received top reviews for its location and cleanliness of the rooms. Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk are available. Check-in is from 15.00, check-out is until 12.00.
Best Western Hotel Favorit 3* – The hotel is located near the city center, within walking distance from the railway station. Paid public parking is available nearby. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. There is a shared lounge, luggage storage, laundry, conference room. The hotel has rooms of different categories – standard, comfort, deluxe ones. In the rooms you can find a fan, hair dryer, telephone, cable TV, mini-bar. Buffet breakfasts are included in the price. The hotel received the highest ratings for the cleanliness of the rooms, professionalism of the staff and its location. The front desk is open 24/7. Check-in is from 15.00, check-out is until 11.00.
Ibis budget Ludwigsburg 2* – The Ibis chain hotel is located 1 km from the city center and has public parking nearby. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and a conference room. The hotel has single, double and triple rooms, which are equipped with everything you need – air conditioning, satellite TV and other amenities. Breakfasts are available at an additional cost. The hotel received the best ratings for its location, cleanliness of the rooms, and the professionalism of the staff. The front desk is open 24/7. Check-in is from 14.00, check-out is until 12.00.
What to see & do in Ludwigsburg
Ludwigsburg is primarily famous for its palaces. These include, in particular, the Ludwigsburg Residence, the Favorit Palace and the Mon Repos Palace, each of which has its own centuries-old history. In addition to the palaces, Ludwigsburg is also remarkable for its Old Town. You can find a lot of religious and architectural monuments on the main square of the town, which is called the Market square.
As a rule, the first look at Ludwigsburg begins with the Ludwigsburg Residence. It is quite convenient that all three palaces are located close to each other. All of them are surrounded by beautiful park areas. By the way, the Ludwigsburg Palace is considered to be one of the largest architectural monuments of this type in all of Europe.
I collected some information and found out that the Ludwigsburg Palace was the residence of the Dukes of the Wurttemberg region. The residence was built at the beginning of the 18th century in the typical Baroque style, and to this day it is considered to be one of the largest Baroque residences in all of Europe.
The residence is currently open for viewing by visitors. Inside, you can see the apartments of one of the Dukes of the Württemberg House, a baroque gallery, as well as a ceramics museum and a fashion museum. After some research, I discovered the following practical information:
- The palace offers guided tours in English and German;
- The palace is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm;
- Please, note, that the museums are closed on Mondays.
The Favorite Palace is a smaller building than the Ludwigsburg residence, but it has very picturesque and romantic views. You may notice, that the palace looks like a huge villa or a country house. It was built after the residence, at the beginning of the 18th century. The Favorit Palace is located in the park, just north of the main palace. The Favorit Palace, like the main palace, is made in the Baroque style.
The palace is open to the public, now it includes a museum, which has been opened after the restoration of the building. Inside the building, the original decoration of the 18th century has been recreated. You can visit the palace separately or with a single ticket, which gives access to all 3 palaces located on the park area. I did some research to collect practical information for visiting and here it is:
- The Favorit palace is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the period of 15 March to 15 November;
- It is only possible to visit it with group tours;
- The entrance fee is 4,50 euros per person.
If the main palace of Ludwigsburg and the Favorite palace are made in the classical Baroque style, then the Mon Repos Palace, which was the country residence of Duke Charles, can already be called an example of the pretentious and intricate Rococo style. The palace is located in the main park area on the shores of the local lake. Its interiors are made in the style of the Napoleonic era. In the summer, outdoor concerts are often held here, as well as fireworks shows during the palace fest. The palace is available only for outside visiting. Be noticed, that the palace is surrounded with the beautiful park area and has a magnificent lake view so, anyway, it is worth of visiting.
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Photo above the article: Jorge Franganillo
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