Harvest and Crafts Festival at Rettershof
A traditional harvest and crafts festival held every October at the Rettershof estate with a market and demonstrations.
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💡 Tips
- Kelkheim has a proud history as a 'furniture city'; the Museum Kelkheim gives great insights into this local craft.
- Take the regional train (HLB) from Frankfurt for a quick and stress-free arrival.
- If you plan on hiking in the Taunus mountains, the Hornau district is a fantastic starting point.
- Visit the Rettershof, a scenic estate that is excellent for a relaxing afternoon outing.
🍽 Food
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Apple Wine (Apfelwein)
Try the local tart apple wine at a traditional tavern on the outskirts of town.
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Handkäse mit Musik
Order this pungent Hessian cheese specialty, traditionally served with a raw onion marinade.
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Green Sauce (Grüne Soße)
Taste this famous cold herb sauce served over potatoes and hard-boiled eggs in regional restaurants.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Furniture Showrooms
Browse high-quality, handcrafted wooden furniture in the local carpenters' showrooms.
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Farm Shops
Buy fresh apples and local apple juice directly from the farmsteads around the Taunus foothills.
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Rettershof Estate
Enjoy the tranquility of this idyllic property, surrounded by peaceful meadows and woods.
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Sindlinger Wiesen
A large nature reserve that is excellent for long, flat walks away from the traffic.
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Kelkheim (Taunus) is a town in the Main-Taunus district of Hesse, uniquely positioned on the southern slopes of the Taunus mountains. The city's identity is deeply rooted in the woodworking industry; in the 19th and early 20th centuries, it was the primary supplier of high-end furniture to the growing city of Frankfurt, earning it the nickname 'Furniture Town.' This heritage is celebrated today at the local Furniture Museum. Geographically, Kelkheim gives a high standard of living with its hillside locations providing panoramic views of the Frankfurt skyline. The town includes several districts, such as Fischbach and the high-altitude Eppenhain, which is a popular starting point for Taunus hikers. The historic Rettershof estate, formerly a monastery founded in 1146, is a key cultural landmark. Modern Kelkheim is a prosperous community with a mix of service industries and specialized manufacturing, benefiting significantly from its integration into the Frankfurt metropolitan area while preserving its green belts and forested surroundings.
- Location: Hesse, Germany
- Top sights: Rettershof · St. Dionysius Church · Kelkheim Furniture Museum
- Nearby: Eppstein (4 km)
- Population: ~29.106
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 0 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 57 | 46 | 47 | 41 | 71 | 59 | 66 | 65 | 46 | 54 | 56 | 64 |
Geography
Facts
- Location: Main-Taunus district, Hesse.
- Moniker: Known as the 'Furniture Town'.
- Monastery: Rettershof was founded back in 1146.
- Districts: The town consists of 6 sub-districts.
- Transit: Connected via the Königsteiner railway line.
- Economy: One of the highest purchasing power regions in Germany.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Kelkheim called the furniture city?
Kelkheim has a long tradition in carpentry and furniture manufacturing dating back to the 19th century.
Where is the best view located?
From the Atzelberg tower, you have a panoramic view over the Taunus mountains to the Frankfurt skyline.
How do you get from Kelkheim to Frankfurt?
The RB12 train connects Kelkheim directly to Frankfurt Central Station in about 20 minutes.
Are there any museums in Kelkheim?
The Furniture Museum in the Kulturbahnhof showcases the history of craftsmanship in the region.
Is Kelkheim suitable for hiking?
Yes, Kelkheim is located at the foot of the Taunus mountains and gives numerous marked trails.
Kelkheim: where is it located?
Kelkheim is located in Hesse, Germany.
Kelkheim: what is there to see?
Highlights include Rettershof, St. Dionysius Church, Kelkheim Furniture Museum.
Kelkheim: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Kelkheim: why is it worth visiting?
Kelkheim (Taunus) is a town in the Main-Taunus district of Hesse, uniquely positioned on the southern slopes of the Taunus mountains.
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