Karlsruhe Central Station

Karlsruhe Central Station is a major station with 16 platforms and a neoclassical entrance hall connected to five island platforms through underground passages. The building was designed by August Stürzenacker and recognized as a cultural heritage monument.

The current building replaced an older station from 1843 and opened on January 1, 1913 after three years of construction. The new station was built to meet growing railway needs and increasing passenger numbers in the city.

The station displays Art Nouveau features that shape the appearance of the main forecourt and make this place an architectural landmark. Visitors notice the curved lines and refined details on the facade that distinguish this transport hub from others.

The station is very busy daily with large crowds, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Travelers can navigate easily through clear signage and underground connecting passages between different platform areas.

The station received the Bahnhof des Jahres award in 2008, honoring its outstanding operations and preservation of architectural quality. This recognition shows how a historic railway station can function effectively in modern operations.

Location: Karlsruhe

Official opening: 1913

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture

Website: https://bahnhof.de/karlsruhe-hbf

GPS coordinates: 48.99389,8.40056

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05