Saturday, May 15, 2010

Saturday, May 8, 2010

Merkur Mountain

Baden-Baden’s landmark mountain..

The summit of the 2,191 foot Merkur Mountain can be easily reached with Europe’s steepest, and most technically advanced, funicular railway. In little over 5 minutes, and after negotiating inclines of between 23% and 54%, and a difference in altitude of 1,214 feet, you will have reached your target.

Now you can stand back and admire the view, the outlook is absolutely breathtaking.





The Merkur Funicular Railway




Trinkhalle

Take a stroll along the impressive frontage of the Trinkhalle, Baden-Baden’s Pump Room, with its Corinthian pillars and striking murals. Ever since Roman times, people have stood on this spot and enthused over Baden-Baden and the healing powers of its water. So while you are here, make sure you do try a healthy drop from the 17,000 year old Friedrichsbad spring.




Theater

The Baden-Baden Theater – a fascinating building from all angles. From the outside, it enchants with its Belle Epoch exterior, similar to that of the Paris Opera.




Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Basilique Sacré-Coeur

The Basilique Sacré-Coeur (Basilica of the Sacred Heart) is a Roman Catholic church and familiar landmark in Paris, located on the highest point of the city in Montmartre.




Paris skyline from the Basilique Sacré-Coeur








Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Casino-Kurhaus


Step into Baden-Baden’s Kurhaus and marvel at its unique Belle Epoch styled elegance. Whether it’s a concert, a casino visit, a midnight dinner or a star-studded ball, the Kurhaus represents Baden-Baden’s glittering center stage.



"The most beautiful casino in the world", was how Marlene Dietrich described Germany's oldest casino.




Kurhaus Garden