On foot through Wiesbaden
In their book "On foot through Wiesbaden", Wiesbaden's youngest tour guide Lena Oestereich and journalist Birgit Rittershofer present twelve walks on which you can explore the city. The book is available wherever books are sold and at the Tourist Info on the market square.
Miss Quellgeflüster: How did the idea for your book come about?
Lena: Droste Verlag approached us as tour guides. The "Zu Fuß durch ..." (On foot through ...) format already exists for several other cities. And who knows a city better than tour guides? My dear colleague and co-author Birgit then approached me and asked if I could imagine tackling the project together – and I was very happy to get involved.
Fräulein Quellgeflüster: Why is Wiesbaden best explored on foot?
Lena: Wiesbaden is simply best explored on foot. Many of the most beautiful places are close together, and when you walk, you perceive the city much more consciously: the architecture, the small details, the atmosphere in the streets. You stop, discover corners off the beaten track, and can experience the city at your own pace.
"Wiesbaden is simply best explored on foot. Many of the most beautiful places are close together!"
Miss Quellgeflüster: As a "true" Wiesbaden native, what do you like about the city?
Lena: I especially love Wiesbaden for its incredible green spaces. The city offers so much nature and relaxation, often right on your doorstep. At the same time, I love the urban charm—especially in the old town, the Westend (opens in a new tab), and the Bergkirchen district (opens in a new tab) with their small cafés, unique boutiques, and lively neighborhoods. I find it particularly beautiful that the elegance and atmosphere of the 19th century are still visible and palpable in many places today.
I love Wiesbaden especially because of its incredible green sides.
Fräulein Quellgeflüster: What are your tips as a tour guide?
Lena: Wiesbaden has an incredible number of green spaces that you sometimes only discover at second glance – from extensive parks and hidden green corridors to paths that lead directly into the surrounding countryside. At the same time, the city has an enormous historical depth that is not always visible at first glance. My tip is therefore to explore some of the lesser-known districts. Places like Mainz-Kastel surprise visitors with their exciting history, special views, and unique atmosphere. It is precisely these underdogs that show how diverse Wiesbaden really is.
Miss Quellgeflüster: And personally, do you have a favorite place?
Lena: My favorite place is Neroberg. It's worth visiting in every season and offers a phenomenal view of the city. I love nature, and there's plenty of it on Neroberg: you can picnic, spend time with your family, and just relax. For me, it's like a little vacation spot, a place of relaxation in the middle of the city—and yet art and culture are very close by and can be felt everywhere.