Herford

Travel Guide

Marta Herford Museum featuring modern architecture
Marta Herford Museum which includes interior views
Marta Herford Museum which includes interior views
Marta Herford Museum showing modern architecture and signage
Marta Herford Museum which includes interior views
Explore a curvaceous museum, play in a waterpark and take in the gabled houses of this charming German town set in the rolling hills of North Rhine-Westphalia.

With its roots stretching back over 1,200 years and its sights set on the future, the district capital of Herford offers a great mix of historic and modern attractions, along with cozy seasonal festivals.

Begin your visit with a walk around the compact town center with its historic gabled buildings and statues. Don’t miss the Bürgermeisterhaus (Mayor’s House) from 1538 and the Renaissance gable of the Wulfert-Haus on the Neuer Markt from 1560.

Discover the deep religious heritage of this capital of the Herford district. The construction of the Romanesque hall church Herford Minster (Münsterkirche) began around 1220. Glance up at the vibrant colors of the windows in the Gothic-styled St. John’s Church (St. Johannis/Neustädter Kirche) and enjoy the ornate interior and unusual bell-shaped tower cap of St. Jacob’s Church (Jakobikirche). Both churches were constructed around the 13th century.

Transport yourself back to the 21st century by visiting the MARTa Herford. Designed by the legendary architect Frank Gehry, this red-brick museum from 2005 is a futuristic feat of engineering. Browse the rotating exhibitions, which showcase contemporary art, design and architecture and visit the stylish café. Culture lovers should also check out the program of the Stadttheater (Municipal Theatre).

If you love shopping, you will feel at home in Herford. Famous fashion brands such as Brax, Pierre Cardin and Bugatti have long since replaced the city’s historic textile manufacturers.

A highlight for families is the H2O waterpark. With water slides, a wave pool, diving boards and regular pools to swim laps in, this indoor and outdoor waterpark with picnic area is fun year-round.

Experience the tranquility of the local hills and river valleys on foot or join a bicycle or canoe tour. The little Herford Tierpark animal park is fun for families and the Bismarckturm lookout tower provides sweeping views across the countryside.

The major regional center of Hanover is about 56 miles (90 kilometers) away and has good road and rail links with Herford. Plan your trip around one of the seasonal festivals, such as the Hoeker concerts in the square next to the City Hall and the wine festival at the Gänsemarkt in autumn.

IntercityHotel Herford

IntercityHotel Herford

Luisenstrasse 6, Herford
The price is NT$3,155 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
NT$3,155
NT$3,376 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Herford. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and 3 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Marta Herford Museum and Radewiger ...
IntercityHotel Herford
Hotel Hansa

Hotel Hansa

Bruederstr. 40, Herford
The price is NT$5,308 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
NT$5,308
NT$5,680 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Herford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Herford Minster and Marta Herford Museum are located ...
Hotel Hansa
Hotel Apart GO25

Hotel Apart GO25

Sophienstraße 2, Herford
Stay at this hotel in Herford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Marta Herford Museum and Radewiger Park are located ...
Hotel Apart GO25
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STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof

STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof

Herforder Str. 69, Bielefeld, NRW
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions City Bowling ...
STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof
aappartel boardinghouse city center

aappartel boardinghouse city center

Friedrich-Verleger-Straße 1, Bielefeld, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Old Town Hall and Bielefeld Old Town ...
aappartel boardinghouse city center
Boardinghouse City Home

Boardinghouse City Home

Jöllenbecker Str. 36, Bielefeld, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Spindle Fountain and City Bowling Bielefeld ...
Boardinghouse City Home
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