Kursaal Bad Cannstatt

Kursaal Bad Cannstatt is a cultural heritage monument and entertainment venue in Bad Cannstatt featuring multiple halls with stages, a fountain courtyard within the spa grounds, and integrated restaurant facilities. The complex accommodates various types of events and gatherings within its historic structure designed for public assembly and cultural activities.

The Kursaal was designed in the 19th century by architects Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret and Albert Eitel as a gathering place for nobility and accomplished inventors in the expanding spa town. The building's architecture and purpose reflected Bad Cannstatt's importance as a center for cultural and social gatherings during that era.

The structure bears the name of Württemberg architect Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret and displays elegant neoclassical forms that make it a focal point in the spa park. Visitors can experience this 19th-century architectural style firsthand and understand why it became a gathering place for wealthy guests and cultural figures.

The venue is fully accessible with elevators and wheelchair facilities throughout, allowing all visitors to navigate the different areas without difficulty. Ample underground parking is available, and the flexible layout can accommodate various event sizes and configurations.

The grounds preserve features of classical German spa architecture, showing how thermal resorts were planned in the 19th century as destinations for wealthy guests. Walking through the space offers insight into how an entire spa town was organized with its distinct functional areas.

Location: Bad Cannstatt

Architects: Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret, Albert Eitel

Architectural style: Spa architecture

GPS coordinates: 48.80820,9.22334

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04