About
Bad Homburg, often written as Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, is an elegant spa town in the German state of Hesse, a short distance from Frankfurt. Its character is calm and refined, shaped by its long association with mineral springs and taking the waters.
What to see
- Kurpark, the spa park, a green setting for an unhurried stroll among the town's springs.
- Landgrafenschloss, the hilltop castle that dominates the town and gives views over the surrounding countryside.
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Bad, the thermal baths, where visitors can take the mineral waters in a relaxing setting.
A little further out lies the Saalburg, a reconstructed Roman fort, which makes a natural companion to a visit to the town for anyone interested in the Roman frontier in this part of Germany.
A relaxed day out
Bad Homburg suits a slower kind of day trip. The town centre offers upscale boutiques to browse, and relaxed cafés where you can sit with a coffee after a walk through the park or up to the castle. Because it is close to Frankfurt, it is easy to combine with a day in the city, and it works well for those who prefer a quieter pace than a large urban centre.
