Discover the capital of Baden-Württemberg on a city break.
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Introduction:
Do you feel like discovering something new? Do you want to get to know Germany better? Then Stuttgart is an excellent travel recommendation. Stuttgart is the capital and largest city of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. It is the sixth-largest city in Germany and one of the most interesting cities in southern Germany. Surrounded by the Black Forest, the Swabian Jura, and other hills, it offers some of the most beautiful drives in Germany. The mix of an urban hotspot and beautiful nature makes the city a popular destination for short vacations and city breaks. With the rolling hills surrounding the city, you will constantly enjoy changing views of the entire region. So you will never get bored during your trip to Stuttgart.
Stuttgart can be experienced in many different ways: Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the surrounding area's green diversity, with its meadows and wooded areas, and have a picnic at the Birkenkopf lookout point, while culture tourists visit Stuttgart's highlights, such as Ludwigsburg Residential Palace, one of Germany's fairy-tale castles—the largest and loveliest Baroque palace—or Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, one of Germany's largest zoos. By the way, the ideal meeting point for a tour of delights is Schlossplatz, Stuttgart's largest square. Probably no other city has a palace complex that dominates its inner-city landscape so strongly. For car enthusiasts, the city is known as the “cradle of the automobile.” It is home to famous automotive museums such as the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Porsche Museum. And those who have admired the Kunstmuseum's magnificent collection of classical modern and contemporary art can relax in the evening at the Staatsgalerie, one of Stuttgart's most popular art museums.
The wind-protected location allows wine to be grown on slopes within the city. Nestled in one of Germany's largest wine-growing regions, Stuttgart also offers exquisite dining and drinking. Weißenhof Estate, Killesberg, or Bismarck Tower? Here, you will discover Stuttgart's scene and find many local delicacies. Enjoy Swabian cuisine, such as Maultäschle, braised ox cheeks, or Spätzle, and try out the Swabian dialect when ordering. Germany is known for its Christmas markets. In winter, Stuttgart's Christmas Market, running from late November to 23 December, is the largest and one of the oldest traditional Christmas markets in Europe. The scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, mulled wine, and fresh bread fill the air.
Last but not least, the internationally renowned shopping streets Königstraße and Calwer Straße are the longest pedestrian shopping streets in Germany, filled with shops and restaurants to curb your hunger while you shop. Are you looking for a trendy gift for your loved ones? Or would you like to pamper yourself on your special day with the gifts you've always wanted? There can be many occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings. High-quality items with special designs, such as a wine thermometer from the Vignon brand Menu, a stylish Scandinavian design from the Stelton brand, or well-known cookware and kitchen knife brands such as Zwilling and other classic local kitchen knife brands can bring joy. If you're still not sure which places you'd like to visit on your vacation, we'll give you a selection of the 5 best places to find your perfect gifts—paradises of ideas for upscale table culture and stylish kitchen utensils.
Be sure to read through our list of the top kitchen knife shops to visit in the capital of Baden-Württemberg.
Introduction:
For over 150 years, Messer Müller has been the specialist store for cutting tools, cookware, and tableware of all kinds in the heart of downtown Stuttgart. Messer Müller offers a wide range of kitchen knives, cookware, kitchen accessories, and more from well-known brands.
Store information:
(1) Address:Kirchstraße 10, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
(2)Opening hours:
Monday 10AM-6PM
Tuesday 10AM-6PM
Wednesday 10AM-6PM
Thursday 10AM-6PM
Friday 10AM-6PM
Saturday 10AM-6PM
Sunday Closed
(3)Messer Müller Details
(4)Phone:+49711246388
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “Thank you for the first-class advice and the high-quality knife! The gift packaging also looks great! We highly recommend it! The specialist shop has a huge range of knives.”
One reviewer says: “I had a large knife and a meat cleaver sharpened there. It took a while, but the result was very good.”
One reviewer says: “Very good advice, despite the stress and large number of customers. Great customer service.”
Since 1723, the Tritschler company has been an integral part of Stuttgart’s retail landscape. Today, the company is one of the largest and most important trading companies in its sector in Germany. The foundation of the business is a large, valuable assortment spanning all brands of well-known companies in the glass, porcelain, and home-furnishing industries. The company’s head office is located at the market square in Stuttgart. Across four inviting floors, tasteful new products for living and furnishing are offered, along with practical kitchen aids.
Store information:
(1) Address: Marktpl. 7, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
(2)Opening hours:
Monday 10AM-7PM
Tuesday 10AM-7PM
Wednesday 10AM-7PM
Thursday 10AM-7PM
Friday 10AM-7PM
Saturday 10AM-7PM
Sunday Closed
(3)Tritschler GmbH & Cie. KG Cologne Details
(4) Phone: +4971122249320
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “They are open (by appointment), and the store is AMAZING!!! Every floor has something you’ll want to take home. I saw trusted brands like KitchenAid and Vitamix, not to mention Bodum for coffee lovers. It’s not too hard to find. The parking garage lets you out right at the Markthalle. Really nice staff... I even said a couple of words in German.”
One reviewer says: “A huge variety of home décor and appliances, Christmas shopping, and a stationery section.”
One reviewer says: “Similar to the Kustermann department store in Munich, Tritschler in the center of Stuttgart offers all kinds of household items, household appliances, and kitchen tools. You can find both high-quality products and professional equipment. The staff is friendly and helpful.”
Karstadt Warenhaus GmbH, headquartered in Essen, is a German department store chain. Since November 2018, the two companies GALERIA Kaufhof GmbH and Karstadt Warenhaus GmbH have worked closely together. Since March 2019, Karstadt and Kaufhof have operated under the joint name GALERIA Karstadt Kaufhof. Zwilling J. A. Henckels AG is a German knife manufacturer based in Solingen, Germany. It is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of kitchen knives for domestic and professional use, having been founded in June 1731 by Peter Henckels. The brand's namesake was Johann Abraham Henckels (1771–1850), who renamed the brand after himself during his leadership. J.A. Henckels is one of the leading manufacturers of chef's knives.
Store information:
(1) Address: Königstraße 6, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
(2)Opening hours:
Monday 9:30AM-8PM
Tuesday 9:30AM-8PM
Wednesday 9:30AM-8PM
Thursday 9:30AM-8PM
Friday 9:30AM-8PM
Saturday 9:30AM-8PM
Sunday Closed
(3)GALERIA Kaufhof ZWILLING J.A. Henckels Details(4) Phone: +4971120360
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “An extremely large store with a wide variety of products, ranging from watches, chocolate, handbags, household items, apparel, clothes, jackets, cutlery, and much more. It has one of the best perfume collections, which is always worth the price. I personally bought four different fragrances and soaps as well. It is a must-visit shop if you want to buy presents from Stuttgart for people in your country. Check out the sale items for very good discounts.”
One reviewer says: “An easy-to-reach central mall just a few minutes from the main station. It has everything you need for a quick stop and shop.”
One reviewer says: “You can buy almost everything here. All major brands are represented. Kids', men's, women's, and sports sections are available. You can buy everything under one roof.”
Introduction:
Your traditional specialist store in Stuttgart Bad Cannstatt. They offer a wide range of steel goods. At Messer-Ohlig, you will find everything related to chef's knives, pocket knives, scissors of all kinds, and much more—for over 100 years. The Messer-Ohlig company has been family-owned since 1913. Now in its fourth generation, the business is run by an Ohligschläger. It all started with Wilhelm Ohligschläger, who immigrated from Solingen; he was followed by Helmut, Heinz, and finally Marc Ohligschläger, who has been running the company since 2003. With its assortment, Messer-Ohlig meets the needs of a well-stocked kitchen. You will find both classic kitchen knives and higher-quality knives for demanding cooks. In addition, we carry many other small kitchen utensils, household goods, pocket knives, scissors, and more.
Store information:
(1) Address: Bahnhofstraße 15, 70372 Stuttgart, Germany
(2)Opening hours:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9AM-1PM 2:30-6:30PM
Wednesday 9AM-1PM 2:30-6:30PM
Thursday 9AM-1PM 2:30-6:30PM
Friday 9AM-1PM 2:30-6:30PM
Saturday 9AM-1PM 2:30-6:30PM
Sunday Closed
(3)Messer-Ohlig details
(4)Phone:+49711562510
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “Great selection of knives (Böker, Spyderco, Victorinox, and many more).”
One reviewer says: “The service is excellent. The price is absolutely fair and affordable. The staff is competent. I'd rather buy here than from big chains. However, you should have a rough idea of what you're looking for first, as many items are ordered.”
One reviewer says: “Very cozy business! Ordinary service (if you need it), friendly staff, adequate selection, reasonably priced. I once sent a product in for repair under warranty; everything went smoothly and surprisingly quickly. I then simply received a new item from the manufacturer, but the entire communication and everything else was handled by the store! Simply great!”
Introduction:
Stuttgart is firmly linked to MAGAZIN's history. The company was founded here in 1971—in a backyard, when a few courageous pioneers began repurposing products from the industrial and working worlds for the home and everyday life. Since 1981, the Stuttgart store has been in its current location on Lautenschlagerstrasse. While the premises have changed, the founders' attitude has remained: The 750-square-meter space features an unusual and surprising assortment of home and workplace furnishings, complemented by products for everyday life and on the go. Here, carefully selected products from brands such as MOORMANN, HAY, BRÜHL, Richard Lampert, MONTANA, FREITAG, QWSTION, and many others become tangible. And here you will find the full variety of MAGAZIN products.
Store information:
(1) Address: Lautenschlagerstraße 16, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
(2)Opening hours:
Monday 10AM-7PM
Tuesday 10AM-7PM
Wednesday 10AM-7PM
Thursday 10AM-7PM
Friday 10AM-7PM
Saturday 10AM-7PM
Sunday Closed
(4)Phone:+49711228700
Customer review:
One reviewer says: “Nice store. It gives us different ideas every time we go there. A bit of elegance in Stuttgart. Definitely a must-see.”
One reviewer says: “Three excellent products, a fantastic collection. It restores my faith in product design.”
One reviewer says: “A great shop with a lot of interesting things. It's worth a visit.”
