Large hillside park in Kassel with palaces, grottoes, old trees and a cascade running from the Hercules monument down to Wilhelmshöhe Palace. Visitors climb or ride to the top for views over Kassel, then follow the water features downhill on show days.
Highlights
- Hercules monument and viewpoint
- Historic water features and cascade
- Wilhelmshöhe Palace and Löwenburg Castle
Good to know
- Park open 24 hours, free entry
- Water features Wednesdays, Sundays, holidays, May–October
- Steep paths; wear sturdy shoes
