Region and surroundings of the Jagdschloss Platte
It would be hard to find a more pleasant conference location: The Rhine and Taunus mountains dominate the landscape around Wiesbaden. The former spa town attracts visitors with sights, shopping experiences, culinary delights and many stories.
The world used to meet here to experience the healing effects of the thermal baths. In addition to the high society, it was scientists, painters and poets who found relaxation on the Rhine. Old master Goethe raved about the magnificent view that opened up from every path. He praised the wine and the Schwalbach water. He also visited the Taunus ridge, on which the Platte hunting lodge was later built. Later, doctors and pharmacists gathered here to debate in the castle.
The Rheingau continues to cast a spell over many guests today. Centrally located, just half an hour's drive from Frankfurt Airport and easy to reach by ICE train via Wiesbaden main station, the state capital is surrounded by mountains. Ideal for congresses, conferences, exhibitions and celebrations. An attractive supporting program is provided by nature. Additional highlights are offered by international events such as the Rheingau Music Festival.
From the Taunus
From the hunting lodge, you and your guests have a sweeping view over the Rhine Valley. In good weather, you can see up to 85 kilometers into the countryside. The view from the Taunus ridge was also appreciated by the builders of the castle. There used to be a large viewing platform on the roof. Guests of the house loved the view over the countryside. After the castle was destroyed during the Second World War, one of the architects' main concerns in the 1980s was to combine landscape and building. The glass roof is a modernist reminder of the lost viewing platform. Today, the newly built bridge in the estate offers a sheltered view of the surrounding countryside.
The Jagdschloss Platte is secluded in the countryside between meadows and forests. Here you can not only meet, learn and celebrate undisturbed. The hunting lodge also offers space for long walks, relaxing breaks and the discovery of undisturbed nature. The Rhine-Taunus Nature Park with its beech, spruce and oak trees is a popular excursion destination. It is home to over 7000 animal species. Many birds stop off here on their journey south. A paradise for all nature lovers, hikers and cyclists!
You can get to know the area around the Platte via circular hiking trails. In winter, families with young children meet here to go sledging. In the warmer months of the year, on the other hand, you can enjoy cycling tours of varying lengths. A bike tour to Idstein is ideal for team building or informal discussions between colleagues. The witches' tower and the enchanting old town are already waiting for you.
All around Wiesbaden
Art, culture, wine and a beautiful landscape are what the Wiesbaden area has to offer your guests. Attractive conference venues make your event something special. International and local guests are delighted when a conference venue is located in a charming landscape. They feel appreciated and will associate your event with fond memories for a long time to come. In Wiesbaden, it is easy to relax between meetings and seminars.
The Taunus offers perfectly developed, easy hiking trails. There is a magnificent park at the baroque Biebrich Palace and the Nerobergbahn takes you up to the Neroberg. There you will find the impressive Russian Orthodox Church of Wiesbaden with the sarcophagus of Princess Elisabeth Mikhailovna Romanova and a beautiful iconostasis. From the Neroberg Temple you can enjoy the magnificent panorama of the city. Those interested in the natural sciences can visit Freudenberg Castle with its "Field of Experience for the Development of the Senses and Thinking".
A wine tasting in the evening will win over any critics. The Gasthof Jagdschloss Platte, not to be confused with the hunting lodge itself, offers a wonderfully rustic ambience. In summer, you can sit in the garden and enjoy a coffee during your break.
In nearby Eltville am Rhein, you can present Wiesbaden's history to your guests up close and look down on the Rhine from the medieval castle.
Discover culture & history
In Wiesbaden, conference venues and sights are close together. Almost everything is within walking distance. This means that official supporting programs can be perfectly planned in conjunction with the Jagdschloss Platte and your guests will also have plenty of time for individual exploration. In addition to the many wellness offers of the traditional cosmopolitan spa town, which is one of the oldest spas in Europe, there are museums and churches to discover, parks to relax in and numerous restaurants and cafés for your guests to sample the regional cuisine.
The town's architecture is characterized by historicism. This is where the world's nobility once met for spa stays. The beautiful Kurhaus, which was built with the support of Kaiser Wilhelm II, is now a popular event location. The Wine Ball is held here every year.
The adjoining Kurhaus Colonnade, the longest columned hall in the world, now houses a casino.
The Bergkirche, Lutherkirche and Ringkirche are also worth a visit. The English Church bears witness to the cosmopolitanism of old Wiesbaden - it was built for the English spa guests.
The Roman Open-Air Museum and the State Museum offer the opportunity to learn about the history of the region. The many local history museums show how things used to be on the Rhine. You will find many suggestions for exciting programs and starting points for conversations and discussions.
Experience the Rheingau
The Rhine is probably the most famous river in Germany. For international guests, it is a great experience to get to know the region with its many special features. Who wouldn't want to look down on the wide river from a castle or mountain or take a stroll along the Rhine?
The Rheingau stretches from Hochheim to Lorchhausen. The Middle Rhine Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The wine-growing region is famous for its Riesling. There are opportunities everywhere to organize a vineyard hike and a visit to the wine villages with a tasting. A unique experience and a pleasant change of pace for your guests.
If you don't want to organize a hiking or cycling tour, we recommend a boat trip. Glide along the castles and the famous Loreley as you relax and enjoy pleasant conversation on the waters of the Rhine. The "Germania" monument in Niederwald near Rüdesheim is a fantastic photo opportunity and can be reached by cable car.
For many guests and conference participants, daily sport is a must. The training sessions do not have to be completed in the hotel gym. Instead, the region is ideal for all kinds of outdoor activities. You can organize fantastic runs or even a marathon here.
Show your guests one of the most beautiful landscapes in Germany and discover this special region with its many different facets.
Overview of options for the supporting program and leisure activities for your event
Directions and parking facilities
The Platte hunting lodge is in a quiet location but is still easy to reach. By car, you can take the A3 via Idstein or the B471, which runs north of the castle. There are 500 free parking spaces directly in front of the estate.
It is located in the beautiful Rheingau region near Wiesbaden. The charming landscape, the thermal baths, the rich cultural offerings and the many sights offer many opportunities to create a tailor-made supporting program for your event. Visit the hunting lodge and see the unique location overlooking the Rhine Valley for yourself.
