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Enjoy 365 days art in Kassel, the city of documenta! Even though the world-renown contemporary art exhibition only takes place every five years, numerous permanent documenta outdoor artworks can be discovered throughout the city, like the Man Walking to the Sky or the 7000 oaks.

The Kassel Christmas Market 2026 is themed around "the Brave Little Tailor" invites you to rediscover the wonders of the festive season amidst sparkling lights and lovely decorated stalls.

Flying Santa Claus, the Fairytale Pyramid and the Fairy Tale Slide are attractions that can be experienced at the Christmas market Kassel.

The digital companion for your visit to Kassel. From insider tips to the top 10 attractions, sights and highlights of the documenta city. Find recommendations for the perfect city experience or an inspring cultural journey through the city.

The Friedrichsplatz in Kassel is home to several outdoor artworks from previous documenta exhibitions. As well as severals museums like the Fridericianum and the Kassel State Theatre.

Go on a journey of discovery in Kassel's districts.

Artistic and flourishing: discover the Südstadt district in Kassel.

Discover the district "Vorderer Westen" in Kassel.

Discover the District Mitte in Kassel.

Your contacts: The Tourist Information, the Kassel Service Point as well as the Wilhelmshöhe Visitor Center and the Herkules Visitor Center.

Kassel is centrally located in the middle of Germany. The city can be reached quickly and conveniently via several highways, by ICE and via the nearby airports.