| Steigenberger ESPRIX Hotel is located right opposite the renowned medieval cathedral in Speyer. This refreshingly modern hotel with its simple and tasteful architectural lines, guarantees as much comfort as possible with as little fuss as necessary! Warm personal and attentive service will make your stay pleasurable. Lovely wine growing regions in Germany and in nearby France are easily accessible. Do not miss the picturesque timbered villages on both sides of the border. Speyer has the extensive Palatinate Historical Museum, and an interesting Wine Museum. The six towered cathedral, the largest and most imposing cathedral of the High Romanesque period in Germany, was begun as early as 1030. Eight Emperors are buried within the imperial burial vaults. As a contrast, Speyer boasts a Technical Museum specialising in foregone and recent means of transportation. Aeroplanes, helicopters, submarines - you name it, they have it. |