Surroundings & free time
The Hotel Adler & Restaurant is located in the heart of the Rhine-Main region, offering the advantage of being just a few minutes from Frankfurt Airport and the Frankfurt Exhibition Center. Cities such as Frankfurt, Wiesbaden, Mainz, Darmstadt and Rüsselsheim are also within easy reach.
Excursions in Groß-Gerau and the surrounding area
We would be happy to plan and organize a cultural program tailored to your individual needs. Groß-Gerau is the ideal starting point for visiting the numerous attractions in the Rhine-Main region: a boat trip on the Rhine, a trip to St. Catherine's Church and the German Wine Museum in Oppenheim, a stroll through Mainz's old town, a visit to the Mathildenhöhe in Darmstadt and the Palmengarten in Frankfurt, or a guided tour of Frankfurt Airport are just a few suggestions.
Just a few kilometers from Groß-Gerau, you will find a wealth of unique sights.
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Relaxation and sporting activities
are offered by two 18-hole golf courses, tennis courts, a large outdoor swimming pool, the city forest with jogging trails, and the Gross-Gerau Pheasantry with its zoo and beautiful walking paths.
Our recommendations for your experiences and discoveries in the region
Nature & Culture
Fürstenlager State Park (Bensheim-Auerbach) – Historic landscaped park from the 18th century featuring exotic plants, walking trails, heritage buildings (teahouse, temple, manor), and garden café.
www.schloesser-hessen.de
UNESCO World Heritage Site Lorsch Abbey (Bergstraße) – the former Benedictine abbey (Saint Nazarius) was founded in 764 AD.
www.kloster-lorsch.de
UNESCO World Heritage Messel Pit Fossil Site (near Darmstadt) – the fossil deposit provides a unique insight into the early evolution of mammals after the extinction of the dinosaurs.
www.grube-messel.de
Water Fun & Wellness
Miramar Leisure Center (Weinheim) – Water park with 10 slides (including a looping slide), wave and kids’ pools, plus sauna & thermal spa (spa reopening end of year).
www.miramar-bad.de
Rhein‑Main‑Therme (Hofheim) – Thermal and adventure pool with separate family and sauna areas.
www.rhein-main-therme.de
Historic & Interactive Locations
Nerobergbahn (Wiesbaden) – Germany’s oldest water-powered funicular railway with panoramic views.
www.eswe-verkehr.de
Schloss Freudenberg (Wiesbaden) – Interactive experience museum focused on the senses and perception.
www.schlossfreudenberg.de
Saalburg Roman Fort (Bad Homburg) – Reconstructed Roman fort with museum and hands-on activities.
www.saalburgmuseum.de
Amusement Parks & Activities
Taunus Wunderland (Schlangenbad) – Water and theme park for children, with wild animals and adventure worlds.
www.taunuswunderland.de
Nidda Cycling Route – Flat, family-friendly bike route from Bad Vilbel through Frankfurt to Höchst.
www.niddaroute.de
Sports & Events
Deutsche Bank Park (Frankfurt) – Large stadium for football (home of Eintracht Frankfurt), concerts, and events; includes guided tours and fan shop.
www.deutschebankpark.de
Kiawah Golfpark (Riedstadt) – 18-hole championship golf course in the heart of the Rhine-Main region, easily accessible.
www.golf-absolute.de
Golfpark Bachgrund (Büttelborn-Worfelden) – 18-hole “Nessie” links-style course, plus 9-hole “Happy Luck” course, with fitness and wellness facilities.
www.golf-absolute.de
Nature & Gardens
Palmengarten Frankfurt – Botanical garden with tropical houses, playgrounds, a mini express train, and a café.
www.palmengarten.de
Opel‑Zoo (Kronberg) – Zoo with around 1,700 animals, including elephants.
www.opel-zoo.de
Felsenmeer Lautertal (Odenwald) – Impressive geological site with massive rocks, perfect for hiking and climbing.
de.wikipedia.org
Großer Feldberg (Taunus) – Highest peak in the Taunus mountains with hiking, biking, lookout tower, and seasonal events.
de.wikipedia.org
Langener Waldsee (Langen) – The largest bathing lake in the Rhine-Main area, ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and pedal boats.
www.langen.de
