Ravensburg

The "City of Towers and Gates" invites you on a playful journey of discovery through the centuries in its historic old town

Ravensburg, located in Upper Swabia, is a historic trading town characterized above all by its numerous well-preserved towers and gates. In the Middle Ages, the town was an important center of long-distance trade, particularly through the Great Ravensburg Trading Company. To this day, the Old Town presents a cohesive historical picture with its squares, narrow streets, and striking buildings. Ravensburg is also known as the headquarters of the game publisher of the same name.

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Sights in Ravensburg

  • Spieleland Ravensburg

    Spieleland Ravensburg is a leisure park with attractions, themed areas and hands-on stations that are particularly aimed at families with children. Many of the attractions are inspired by well-known games and characters.

      Address: Am Hangenwald 1, 88074 Meckenbeuren Am Hangenwald 1, Meckenbeuren
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    • Museum Ravensburger

      Museum Ravensburger - Museum Ravensburger in der Marktstraße in Ravensburg (2025)
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      The Ravensburger Museum is dedicated to the history of the well-known games and book publisher. Interactive stations and historical exhibits make the exhibition particularly family-friendly.

        Address: Marktstraße 26, 88212 Ravensburg Marktstraße 26, Ravensburg
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      • Aussichtsplateau Veitsburg

        Aussichtsplateau Veitsburg - Ravensburg Veitsburg Schlösschen 2
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        Veitsburg Castle is situated on a hill above the town and offers a wide panoramic view from its viewing plateau. The grounds are freely accessible and a popular destination for excursions.

          Address: Philosophenweg 14, 88212 Ravensburg Philosophenweg 14, Ravensburg
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        • Wildfreigehege Locherholz

          The Locherholz wildlife enclosure is a near-natural area where native wild animals such as deer and wild boar can be observed. Walking paths lead through woodland and meadows.

            Address: Hinzistobel 33, 88212 Ravensburg Hinzistobel 33, Ravensburg
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          • Museum Humpis-Quartier

            Museum Humpis-Quartier - Humpisquartier Marktstraße 1
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            In the Humpis-Quartier Museum, visitors can experience the history of the city from the Middle Ages to modern times. Several historical buildings are connected by exhibition rooms and offer authentic insights into life in past centuries.

              Address: Marktstraße 45, 88212 Ravensburg Marktstraße 45, Ravensburg
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            • Kunstmuseum Ravensburg

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              The Ravensburg Art Museum shows changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. The architecture of the building combines historical fabric with modern design.

                Address: Burgstraße 9, 88212 Ravensburg Burgstraße 9, Ravensburg
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              • Blaserturm

                Blaserturm - Ravensburg Blaserturm Marienplatz
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                The Blaser Tower is a striking lookout tower from the Middle Ages, which used to serve as a watchtower and fire station. Today, it offers a sweeping view over the old town and the surrounding area.

                  Address: Marienplatz 28, 88212 Ravensburg Marienplatz 28, Ravensburg
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                • Liebfrauenkirche

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                  Liebfrauenkirche - Ravensburg Liebfrauenkirche
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                  The Liebfrauenkirche is a late Gothic hall church with Baroque and Classicist elements. The ornate altars and stained glass windows are particularly worth seeing.

                  Address: Kirchstraße 18, 88212 Ravensburg Kirchstraße 18, Ravensburg
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                • Wirtschaftsmuseum Ravensburg

                  Wirtschaftsmuseum Ravensburg - Ravensburg Marktstraße22 Wirtschaftsmuseum
                  Photo: Andreas Praefcke // CC BY 3.0

                  The economic museum sheds light on the commercial and industrial history of the region. Topics such as textile production, mechanical engineering and publishing are vividly presented.

                    Address: Marktstraße 22, 88212 Ravensburg Marktstraße 22, Ravensburg
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