Paderborn Hotels

Paderborn Cathedral

Another intriguing landmark in the city is Paderborn Cathedral, which has stood for approximately seven centuries and was built on a site that had been occupied by a church since the settlement's founding. The church is also home to one of the largest crypts in the country, and was built in Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.

Exhibition venues

Spend some time at the Imperial Palace Museum for an insight into the history of the local area in a venue that was built from a reconstructed 11th-century wall. The Heinz-Nixdorf-Museumsforum, meanwhile, showcases many fascinating ancient and modern artefacts documenting the history of technology, from a 5000-year-old writing tablet to modern computers, and is the world's largest museum dedicated to computers.

For a glimpse into the history of 20th-century art, go to the Städtische Galerie Am Abdinghof (City Art Gallery), where you can see many famous works from regional artists, including the painter Willy Lucas, who lived in the city. The Museum für Stadtgeschichte im Adam-und-Eva-Haus (City History Museum) is housed in a wonderful half-timbered house, and has plenty of interesting paintings, furniture and other historic artefacts associated with the town.

Eating out

Steak is very popular in this part of Germany, and if you're looking for some fantastic steakhouses in the city, you might want to try the Steakhaus El-Rancho, the Steakhouse Gaucho, or the Steakhaus Las Pampas. For some wonderful international and local food, you can choose J. Staebner ESSEN & TRINKEN, or treat yourself to some vibrant Thai dishes at Baan Thai.

Accommodation – recommendations

There is a superb variety of affordable Paderborn hotels to choose from, some of the most popular of which are the Alt-Enginger Muhle hotel, the Welcome Hotel Paderborn, and the BEST WESTERN PREMIER Arosa Hotel. The Ibis Paderborn City is also conveniently located near the historic city centre, while the Road House Hotel offers impeccable value for money.