Happy TravellerWelcome to Rüsselsheim am Main, the largest city in the Groß-Gerau district in the Rhein-Main region of Germany. Located on the Main River, between Frankfurt and Mainz, this city is a perfect blend of history, culture, and industry. With a foundation that dates back to a Frankish colony in the 5th century, Rüsselsheim has a rich history that is evident in its architecture and museums. The city is also home to the famous German car company Opel, which has brought international recognition to Rüsselsheim.
History buffs will enjoy exploring the city’s past, from the first written mention of Rüsselsheim in an inventory of royal hunting rights around the year 840 to its emergence from a settlement of the Count of Katzenelnbogen. Rüsselsheim is also known for its contributions to the history of wine, with the first cultivation of Riesling in 1435 and recultivation of vineyards in the Rheingau with vines from the Rüsselsheim and Flörsheim Area in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, visitors can learn about the city’s history at the Rüsselsheim Museum, which was designated in 1980 with the Council of Europe’s museum award as a Model Museum.
Rüsselsheim offers many cultural institutions, including the Rüsselsheim Theatre and the Hochschule RheinMain (RheinMain University of Applied Sciences), which has a branch in the city. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of recreational and sports facilities, such as the Großsporthalle, swimming pools, stadiums, and boathouses. The city is also home to a large number of clubs, including tg 1862 Rüsselsheim, which offers 30 sports in 12 divisions, and JC Rüsselsheim, which offers judo and other martial arts.
Rüsselsheim’s economy is driven by the car manufacturer Opel, as well as many businesses attracted by its ideal transportation location with many motorway connections and direct train connections from Rüsselsheim station to Mainz, Frankfurt am Main, Wiesbaden, and Darmstadt. The city is twinned with Évreux, France; Rugby, England, United Kingdom; Varkaus, Finland; and Kecskemét, Hungary.
Come discover the hidden treasures of Rüsselsheim am Main and see why this enchanting destination should be on every traveler’s bucket list.
