Set between the Teutoburg Forest and the Wiehen Mountains, the pint-sized city of Osnabrück has charmed travellers for centuries. Perched alongside the Hase River, the city was famously the setting for the signing of the Peace of Westphalia in 1648. Though extensively damaged during the Second World War, Osnabrück remains a wonderful destination for heritage aficionados as well as laid-back romantics. Our Gurus’ choice of the best places to stay in Osnabrück will delight both: a half-timbered house-turned-hotel with an acclaimed restaurant, it’s a characterful holiday base.
Amble along streets lined with medieval townhouses, duck through neoclassical archways and pause for a moment of quiet contemplation in the stark Romanesque cathedral or the city’s many Gothic churches. You’ll find buzzy cafés, shops and eateries on narrow winding lanes, too. The Bishop’s Palace is not to be missed, whilst the 13th-century Buckstrum Tower has an interesting exhibit about the region’s historic witch trials. The Museum of Cultural History, once the home of painter Felix Nussbaum who was tragically killed at Auschwitz, displays the artist’s work.
Step further back into the region’s past at the Osnabrücker Land Museum & Park Kalkriese. An impressive modern building outside of town, the museum houses a broad collection of artefacts from the Battle of Teutoburg Forest. This area is also great for walking and cycling along forest-fringed trails. Complete your experience of this slice of Lower Saxony by feasting on fabulous regional fare at the best place to stay in Osnabrück. What better way to round off a big day out?
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Osnabruck (Osnabrück)
Set in a 17th-century half-timbered building in the heart of historic Osnabrück, this enchanting hotel blends traditional charm with modern comforts. The cosy rooms, some with exposed beams, have hosted many famous guests over the years. The excellent Walhalla Restaurant is Michelin-recommended.
