Why people love visiting historical Schwetzingen
Enjoy the history and other features of Schwetzingen. Renowned for its wildlife, gardens and local tours, this city welcomes all visitors. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Schwetzingen
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Schwetzingen a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Heidelberg Zoo (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Golf Club St. Leon-Rot (10 mi / 16.1 km)
- MIRAMAR (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Holiday Park (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
- Weingut Reichsrat von Buhl (17.5 mi / 28.2 km)
- Eugen Spindler Weingut Lindenhof (17.6 mi / 28.3 km)
Exploring the natural features in Schwetzingen
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Schwetzingen is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Neckarwiese (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Heidelberg Castle Garden (6.7 mi / 10.8 km)
- Sankt Leoner See (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- Luisenpark (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Bonsai Center (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Strand Blaue Adria (5.6 mi / 9.1 km)
Travelling to and around Schwetzingen
The nearest airport is in Mannheim (MHG), located 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Stuttgart (STR), which is 55.5 mi (89.3 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Schwetzingen Station, Decathlon Schwetzingen Station and Schwetzingen-Hirschacker Station are the main stations in the area.