Rosenheim between the river, city history and culture
Accommodation in Rosenheim
Rosenheim combines a distinctive cityscape with themes related to the river, craftsmanship and culture. Mangfall Park is a focal point for outdoor activities, while museums tell the stories of wood processing, water engineering and the Inn. The city also features historic townhouses, a sculpture garden and an important Rococo church. There are many different ways to discover Rosenheim, depending on your interests.
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The river and outdoor activities
Mangfall Park stretches for about 1.5 kilometres along the river on the former State Garden Show grounds. Facilities include a children’s kayak course, a climbing frame and a playground. Families travelling with children can include specific opportunities for play and exercise in their day’s plans. The approximate length along the river also gives an idea of the size of the park.
Cyclists can also make use of a practical feature: bicycle repair stations around Rosenheim provide tools for minor repairs on the spot. These include inflating a tyre and adjusting a saddle.
Wood and shipping at the museum
The Wood Technology Museum is housed in the listed Ellmaier House, which dates from the 16th century and is located in Rosenheim’s pedestrian zone. Covering more than 400 square metres, it presents the history of wood and how it was and is processed and worked. Objects and models are complemented by video films, special exhibitions and educational activities. The museum thus offers several ways to explore this material: its historical significance, how it is worked, and illustrative displays of models and objects.
The Inn Museum focuses on water engineering and shipping. It showcases various methods of water engineering, including works by Carl Friedrich von Wiebeking, and explores the craft of shipbuilding, also known as “Schopper”. At the Schopperstadl, visitors can learn about ship construction and the materials and tools required. Other topics include the history, mineral resources and finds from the Inn. Images of typical structures along the river complement these exhibits, giving the museum a distinct focus alongside wood processing.
Squares, townhouses and art
Max-Josefs-Platz is a central square in Rosenheim and is now a pedestrian zone and a place to linger; it has been designated a pedestrian zone since 1984. Its appearance is defined by magnificent townhouses in the Inn-Salzach style. Characteristic details include arcades, vaulted ceilings and bay windows. Behind some of the tall parapet walls are hidden-pitch roofs. Those interested in architecture can look out for the shapes and structural details of the houses here.
Since 1987, Salingarten in front of the KULTUR+KONGRESS ZENTRUM has been a sculpture garden. It features large-scale sculptures by prominent sculptors from Rosenheim and the surrounding area. Another facet of the city’s culture is the Heilig-Blut-Kirche, an important Rococo church in Rosenheim. Together with the Inn-Salzach style at Max-Josefs-Platz, it showcases another architectural influence.
Choose Rosenheim as your destination
When looking for a holiday apartment in Rosenheim, it can help to consider which experiences you would like to make the focus of your trip.
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Go to the main travel overview: Rosenheim.
