Rosenheim

City between two rivers

A beautiful Alpine panorama, historic town houses and an inviting square with a pedestrian zone. Rosenheim is a picturesque Bavarian town – and not only since the success of the popular ZDF series “Die Rosenheim-Cops”. Rosenheim offers a diverse mix of Alpine tradition and a southern European lifestyle. The rivers Mangfall and Inn meet here, which shape the character of the town.

It is mainly the pastel-coloured facades of the houses with arcades, the spacious squares and the impressive onion domes of the churches that give the city on the rivers Inn and Mangfall its charm. Did you know that the coloured facades of the houses used to represent the colour of the guild? With the help of the colour and the guild emblems on the houses, even illiterate people could easily find their way around. Wearing leather trousers in a modern bar? Enjoying an Italian coffee under an onion dome?

International exhibitions in the heart of Upper Bavaria? Almost anything is possible in Rosenheim. The city will surprise anyone who opens their eyes to its unique character. This gem, visible from the Wendelstein mountain, invites you to enjoy, discover and experience.

Blogger Gerhard Liebenberger's video offers a first impression of the charming city center. In 2021, Gerhard Liebenberger from andersreisen.net traveled around the region using public transport for sightseeing tours and shows in his video that a car-free vacation in the Bavarian Alps is also perfectly possible. Click here for the video >>

Enjoy Rosenheim

Start your exploration at Max-Josefs-Platz, the heart of the old town with its street cafés and attractive shops. Here you can browse traditional clothing, sportswear or designer pieces as you please. Enjoy one of the best espressos in Germany at the Dinzler coffee roaster. For those who prefer something heartier, there are picturesque pubs serving local beer specialties and regional delicacies.

Discover the culture

The Lokschuppen exhibition centre is presenting the exhibition "Titanic - its time. its fate. its myth" from 14 March : The tragic story of what was once the world's largest and fastest passenger ship has lost none of its charm, even today. The quest for ever faster, bigger and higher sailing was then, as it is now, a challenge for humanity, which unfortunately can also end in disaster. Experience the fates of the passengers and their stories: where they came from, why they were on board and what happened next.

Other museums and galleries in Rosenheim also have a lot to offer visitors. The city's cultural offer is enriched by high-quality classical music concerts and a diverse range of theater performances and exhibitions. Highlights of the year include the Rosenheim Autumn Festival , one of the largest and most famous Bavarian folklore festivals, a summer festival with international artists and atmospheric Christmas markets . Numerous other events attract visitors from near and far.

Experience the city and the "Rosenheim Cops".

Being chosen as a filming location for a TV series is like being knighted. With the popular city tour "In the footsteps of the Rosenheim police officers" you will discover some of the filming locations of the popular TV series "Rosenheim police officers" and follow in the footsteps of the investigating detectives. The city tour "In the heart of the old town" immerses you in the history of the city, shaped by trade and crafts. Our public city tours are varied and always an experience: Enjoy culinary café walks, exciting nature walks and classic city tours. The digital city tour is also a unique experience . Registration is not required and at any time your own smartphone becomes your city guide. The Actionbound app takes you on a digital treasure hunt through Rosenheim and reveals many details about the city's history. Children can explore the city center interactively with challenging tasks and puzzles.

Relaxation in the old town

Just a short walk from the old town you will find nature and peace. We highly recommend a walk through the former exhibition grounds of the state gardens with its floodplain, which offers a wonderful view of the Inn and Mangfall rivers and the Alps. The Salingarten houses large sculptures by important sculptors from Rosenheim and the surrounding area. The Riedergarten , enriched with a medicinal herb garden , has been given a modern touch by opening the bed of the city stream in its concrete bed. For a refreshing swim, you can visit the lakes Happingersee, Happingerausee and Floriansee, as well as the city's indoor and outdoor swimming pools . Active sports enthusiasts are also welcome: the city boasts an ice rink, a golf course, various sports and climbing centers, sports fields and facilities for trendy sports such as streetball, beach volleyball and skate parks.

Rosenheim as a cycling stop

Well-known long-distance cycling and hiking trails such as the Mozart Cycle Path , the Inn Cycle Path and the SalzAlpenweg (Salt Alpine Trail) , take you on a short trip to Rosenheim. Cycling in the area around Rosenheim is becoming increasingly popular . Enjoy the Chiemsee-Alpenland region by bike. Explore the picturesque Bavarian town on foot. Take a break and discover this gem nestled between Lake Chiemsee and the Wendelstein mountain. A visit to Rosenheim is worth it in any season and in any weather.

Guided tours in foreign languages

Rosenheim is ideal for exploring the city on one of the many guided tours, some of which are available in various foreign languages such as Italian, French and English.

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