Eats:
Waldgaststätte Hochwart
It doesn't get more German-rustic than this. Straight our of a Grimm Fairy Tale and located in the middle of the Black Forest is the Waldgasthof Hochwart. Surprisingly, the cuisine ranges from Indian to Italian and German, reflecting the owners' tastes and heritage. After dinner, enjoy a lovely walk through the woods. Just don't ask directions from wolves or knock on any gingerbread-house doors.
Address: Hochwarte 11, 35394 Gießen, Germany
Telephone: 0641 / 472 22
http://www.schlemmerinfo.de/eng/hessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/14642/index.html
Cup and Cino Coffee House
A young, hip place to have a cup of coffee or whatnot before or after the opera, this coffeehouse is located in a charming little square at the edge of a pedestrian zone. Don't let it bother you that they have to share this little square with McDonald's, since the aforementioned has adopted the local architecture and managed to seamlessly blend in, save for the Golden Arches; hey, you never know when you'll get homesick for some good old American French fries.
Address: Neuenweg/Johannesstraße - 35390 Gießen - Deutschland
Telephone: (06 41) 9 72 09 10
www.cupcino.com
Gasthausbrauerei Alt-Giessen
A rustic brewery-style German restaurant serving regional dishes, this is a great spot to surf the net and enjoy an all-you-can-eat-German buffet (Sundays only). Good bang for the buck and quick, friendly service make this a local favorite.
Address: Westanlage 30-32, 35390 Gießen, Germany
Telephone: 0641 / 766 00
http://www.schlemmerinfo.de/eng/hessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/14639/index.html
Bootshaus
Owned and operated by Giessen's rowing Association, this newly renovated restaurant is a beergarden with a view (of a river or course). Enjoy outdoor seating where you can watch some of the rowing club's finest in action. Krosivice on draft. Nuff' said.
Address: Bootshausstraße 12, 35390 Gießen, Germany
Telephone: 06 41 / 972 69 78
http://www.schlemmerinfo.de/eng/hessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/giessen/15199/index.html
Shopping:
Galerie Neustädter Tor:
Located in the city center, this is Germany's version of an American mall. With over 80 specialized stores to explore - offering jewelry, handicrafts, clothing and much more in a modern setting - you can shop 'til you drop.
Address: Neustadt 28, 35390 Gießen, Germany
Telephone: 0641 / 480 10 0
www.galerie-neustaedtertor.de
Karstadt Warenhaus GmbH:
This popular department store offers a wide variety of items to choose from such as sporting equipment, men’s and women’s clothing, perfume, jewelry, and hand-crafted luggage. Shop ‘til you drop, German style.
Address: Seltersweg 64, 35390 Gießen, Germany
Telephone:+49 641 7004 - 0
www.karstadt.de
Lodgings:
Hotel am Ludwigsplatz
Located in the city center, the Hotel am Ludwigsplatz offers a quiet respite in the middle of all the action. Expect modern furnishings and stylishly decorated rooms. Enjoy the included breakfast buffet, which is generous in size and satisfyingly filling to be sure.
Address: Ludwigsplatz 8, 35390 Giessen (Hessen), Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 641 33082
http://www.priceline-europe.com/hotel/de/am-ludwigsplatz.html?aid=307252;label=G_giessen15;sid=3430833470ddbe1a2b552b39f36bb928
Hotel Köhler
Upscale accommodations and friendly personal service combine to create a blissful stay at the Hotel Kohler. But the real treasure here is the rooftop Beergarden. The restaurants, hotel bar, cafe and pastry shop located within the four walls of the hotel are winners, too.
Address: Westanlage 33-35, 35390 Gießen (Hessen), Germany
Telephone: +49 (0) 6419 79990
http://www.priceline-europe.com/hotel/de/kohler.html?aid=307252;label=G_giessen15;sid=3430833470ddbe1a2b552b39f36bb928
Hangouts:
Central Bar:
Check out "happy Hour Monday" for 3.90 Euros each. Hungry? Forget the peanuts, this bar serves a variety of dishes from pasta to salad to dessert. PROST! (Cheers!)
Address: Lobershof 8-10 35390 Giessen, Germany
Telephone: 0641-9845337
www.centralbar-giessen.de
Havana Club:
Enjoy a Cuban in the "smokers" lounge, where you will find an assortment of high-quality cigars in the accessible humidor, or just enjoy a beer or cocktail in the elegantly-appointed main lounge. This is the place locals frequent to sit back and relax.
Address: Ludwig route 37, 35390 Pouring, Germany
Telephone: 0641/77569
www.havana-club-giessen.de/
