Dossenheim accommodation from NZ$115

The Heidelberg Castle is one of those famous attractions that you just can't miss. The Boutiquehotel Heidelberg Suites and Die Hirschgasse Heidelberg are within a hop, skip and a jump of Heidelberg Castle.

11 kilometres from the main part of Dossenheim is the Arcadia Hotel Heidelberg. Alternatively, the ACHAT Comfort Heidelberg/Schwetzingen is situated 11 kilometres away. If you'd prefer, you could book a room at the Best Western Leoso Hotel Ludwigshafen or the Europa Hotel.

The wider Baden-Wuerttemberg area is well worth discovering also. Photograph Baden-Wuerttemberg's rivers, streams and lakes. Or, head to a selection of the region's castles. Energetic travellers may try snowboarding and skiing here.

It is well known that we Kiwis just love to have a good time, so consider extending your stay and check out the Heidelberg Church of the Holy Spirit, Heidelberg Castle and Thingplatz, which you'll find in Heidelberg, 5 kilometres to the south of Dossenheim. Should you wish to spend a night or two in Heidelberg, check out the room rates at the Boutiquehotel Heidelberg Suites and Die Hirschgasse Heidelberg. 14 kilometres to the west of Dossenheim, you can also stay at Mannheim, home to the Leonardo Royal Hotel Mannheim and RAMADA Hotel Mannheim. The Nationaltheater Mannheim, Mannheim Palace and Mannheim Water Tower are some of the most popular sites to experience when visiting Mannheim.

Griesheim Airport is the nearest preferred airport for flying in and out of Dossenheim and is 45 kilometres from the heart of town. If you choose to stay nearby, try the Hotel Hornung or the InterCityHotel Darmstadt.