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Visit Bad Ems

A historic spa town on the river Lahn and one of the Great Spa Towns of Europe — famed for its hot springs, its casino and its Belle Époque grandeur.

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About Bad Ems

A Belle Époque spa town on the river Lahn

Bad Ems is renowned as a spa town with hot springs and is part of the Great Spa Towns of Europe. It was a popular bathing resort in the 17th and 18th centuries, attracting visitors from all around the world.

The town lies on the river Lahn, along the hills and cliffs of the west bank of the Rhine. It belongs to the German state of Rheinland-Pfalz / Rhineland-Palatinate, not far from its borders with Hessen and NRW.

Bad Ems has a population of approximately 9,900 people, with about 46,700 visitors and 300,000 overnight stays each year. This website exists in 15 languages, including Japanese — use the flag menu at the top to switch.

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Top 20 tourist attractions in Bad Ems

01

Kurhaus Bad Ems

A grand spa building hosting concerts, balls and cultural events.

02

Emser Kränchen Spring

A famous mineral water spring with therapeutic properties.

03

Casino Bad Ems

One of Germany's oldest casinos, blending history with entertainment.

04

Kurpark Bad Ems

Landscaped spa gardens with fountains, sculptures and seasonal flowers.

05

Marmorsaal

An ornate hall in the Kurhaus used for concerts and ceremonies.

Bad Ems from above

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06

Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexandra

A richly decorated church reflecting Bad Ems's international spa heritage.

07

St. Martin's Catholic Church

A neo-Gothic parish church with striking architecture.

08

Stadtmuseum Bad Ems

A museum exploring the town's spa traditions and local history.

09

Malberg Castle Ruins

Scenic ruins above the town with panoramic views of the Lahn valley.

10

Bismarck Tower Bad Ems

A hilltop tower offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding countryside.

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11

Lahn River Promenade

A riverside path perfect for walking and cycling.

12

Roman Fort Site

Archaeological remains of a Roman military camp near Bad Ems, part of the Limes.

The Roman Limes near Bad Ems

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13

Bad Ems Thermal Baths

Modern spa facilities drawing on the town's mineral springs.

14

Bad Ems Old Town

Historic streets with half-timbered houses, shops and cafés.

15

Bad Ems Wochenmarkt

A lively weekly market with regional produce and specialties.

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16

Bad Ems Christmas Market

A festive seasonal market filling the spa quarter with lights and stalls.

17

Bad Ems Industrial Heritage Sites

Remnants of spa and mining traditions integrated into modern life.

18

Bad Ems City Library

A cultural hub offering exhibitions and programs.

19

Bad Ems Stadthalle

A venue for concerts, fairs and cultural events.

20

Kurwaldbahn

A funicular railway with stunning views over Bad Ems and the Lahn valley.

The Kurwaldbahn funicular

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Getting there ✈

Fly in and continue by train or car along the Lahn valley.

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