Bad Wilhelmshöhe

Bad Wilhelmshöhe is a spa district on Kassel's outskirts situated at the foot of Habichtswald mountain. The area combines forests, traditional timber-framed buildings, and a residential character spread across several square kilometers.

The district received its official recognition as a state-approved thermal and Kneipp spa in 2002. This designation marked a turning point, transforming the area's identity and role within the broader region.

The district has long embraced spa and wellness traditions that shape how residents and visitors experience the area today. These traditions remain visible in how the neighborhood is organized around relaxation and health-focused activities.

The area is well-connected by the Wilhelmshöher Allee and the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe train station for regional and national travel. Walking is pleasant through the residential streets, though some paths follow hillside terrain.

The northwestern section, particularly Wahlershausen, preserves farmland alongside newer housing developments in a way that gives the area a distinctive mixed character. This blend of agricultural and residential spaces creates an unusual balance for a place so close to a city.

Location: Kassel

Elevation above the sea: 276 m

Address: 34131 Kassel-Bad Wilhelmshöhe, Germany

Website: http://kassel.de/stadt/stadtteile/badwilhelmshoehe

GPS coordinates: 51.31290,9.41057

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28