The famous Kreuzbergkirche is located on Stationsweg in Poppelsdorf. A place of pilgrimage stood on the site before the Elector Ferdinand allowed the Baroque church to be built there in 1627. The entry-way was first added under Elector Clemens August. The well known builder Balthasar Neumann designed the splendid stone steps which lead to the altar. The church was renovated for around two million Marks in the middle of the nineties, and the partly lost original decoration from 1750 was restored.
The Haus der Geschichte (History House) of the Federal Republic of Germany is a must for all. Post 1945 German history is portrayed here in an interesting manner -with text captions, historical objects and photos illustrating historical events. The information here is not restricted to politics, the visitor also learns interesting facts about the history of society, art, culture as well as the economic situations. Technical aids such as screens, listening posts and info-drawers make the visit a relaxing journey through Germany's recent history. You can sit on one of the original seats from the plenary chamber to observe parliamentary debates from the fifties and sixties.
Bonn's green oasis is definitely the Rheinauenpark, ideal for long walks, picnics on one of the lawns, or a barbecue in one of the designated areas. In summer, you can also go rowing, or play with a remote-controlled boat on the Auen lake and if that's not enough, there is also an adventure play area for the kids and beer gardens for adults.
Botanische Garten der Universität Bonn is an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of the city. The original gardens were re-landscaped in 1819 and still bear the typical English elements that were the flavor of the day in the early 19th Century. Visitors can admire a host of exotic plants ranging from Amazonian water lilies to orchids from the tropical rain forests. The giant North American trees are particularly striking.
Rheinpark fue establecido en 1913 y en la actualidad es uno de los espacios recreativos favoritos de la ciudad. Encontrarán una gran variedad de actividades irresistibles, como Claudius-Therme, un baño termal exclusivo, o el espacio de juegos para los más chicos. Rheinpark fue utilizado dos veces como sede del espectáculo nacional de jardinería, un evento que dejó huellas todavía visibles. Durante su paseo encontrarán esculturas y demás obras de arte. Tanzbrunnen los atraerá con su abanico de concietos y eventos al aire libre.
Schloss Burg is a splendid castle that has origins in the 12th century. This magnificent stone castle is a sight to behold, bordered by mountainous terraces and woody forests. It houses a chapel, portrait gallery, ancestral hall and a splendid Knight's Hall. While the castle has been renovated several times, with major reconstruction in the late 19th century, it retains its link to the Medieval times through artifacts and fine art from that period. Visitors can take a guided tour through the castle and its museum and learn more about the aristocratic family that occupied it. Even if history does not interest you, the sheer magnificence of the art and architecture is a major hallmark of this place.
The Haus des Waldes in Gut Leidenhausen is worth a visit by all nature-lovers. There are explanations, for the scientifically-minded, of the ecological circulation of the forest, and of what woodland ecosystems are to be found near the Rhine. One area of the museum is also dedicated to the infamous disappearance of the forests.
The Wolkenberg mountain is located to the northwest of the Drachenfels. This mountain, which is 324 kilometers (201 miles) high today, must have once been the highest mountain in the Siebengebirge range. Due to quarrying, a large part of the tip was taken away, so it is no longer the highest mountain in the range. The Wolkenburg, which was built in the 12th Century, was left to ruin after the knightly order died out. This piece of evidence of late Romantic building customs can still be admired today.
The famous Kreuzbergkirche is located on Stationsweg in Poppelsdorf. A place of pilgrimage stood on the site before the Elector Ferdinand allowed the Baroque church to be built there in 1627. The entry-way was first added under Elector Clemens August. The well known builder Balthasar Neumann designed the splendid stone steps which lead to the altar. The church was renovated for around two million Marks in the middle of the nineties, and the partly lost original decoration from 1750 was restored.
The Villa Prieger is an impressive mansion located within the government center of Bonn. Once severely damaged by a bomb, the mansion underwent reconstruction in the mid 1990's. The reconstruction plans remained faithful to the original and most parts look similar to the way they were before. The mansion has large rooms available for lectures, meetings, workshops, and discussions.
Jugendhaus Lindenhof is meeting place for youth and children of Leverkusen. The center works with an association with several clubs, schools and various youth facilities. Events like summer outdoor trips, flea markets, excursions, canoeing, indoor soccer championship, and even cooking and baking activities are organized. It is known for its famous project 'Kulturrucksack', where interesting activities are on offer for both parents and children.