Osnabrück

Osnabrück by train

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Discover Osnabrück

Osnabrück, in northwestern Germany, is a city of historical significance and cultural vibrancy. The Peace of Westphalia, ending the Thirty Years’ War, was signed here. The old town’s cobblestone streets and historic buildings create a charming atmosphere, while its lively arts scene ensures a dynamic experience.

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Osnabrück train holidays

  • Short break to Osnabrück

    Amsterdam, Osnabrück, Cologne

    A short jaunt to Osnabrück ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.

  • Discover Osnabrück

    Cologne, Osnabrück, Amsterdam, Rotterdam

    Get under the skin of Osnabrück on an overland journey by train through Germany, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.

  • Multi-stop adventure through Osnabrück

    Cologne, Osnabrück, Amsterdam, Rotterdam

    Travel through Germany on a multi-stop adventure to Osnabrück, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.

  • Northern Poland

    Gdansk, Berlin, Osnabrück, Sopot, Cologne

    It’s not for the fainthearted, but brave the chill of Poland's Baltic Coast and you'll experience the quiet of snow-covered beaches and vast white skies.

  • Along the shores of The Saimaa

    Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Osnabrück, Hamburg, Savonlinna, Helsinki, Turku, Tampere, Stockholm, Lappeenranta

    A cross-border journey through Scandinavia to Finland’s UNESCO lake district, home to green, lakeside cities and islands that teem with wildlife.

  • Epic Scandinavia

    Copenhagen, Sundsvall, Oslo, Amsterdam, Östersund, Osnabrück, Hamburg, Trondheim, Aachen, Stockholm, Flensburg

    A cross-border pilgrimage by rail from Trondheim to Sundsvall on Sweden’s coast, tracing the tracks of St Olav through Scandinavia’s wildest landscapes.

Activities and neighbourhoods in Osnabrück

  • Felix Nussbaum Haus

    Visit the Felix Nussbaum Haus, a museum dedicated to the works of the Jewish painter Felix Nussbaum. Designed by Daniel Libeskind, the building itself is an architectural highlight.

  • Historic City Hall Osnabrück

    Discover the Peace Hall in Osnabrück City Hall, where the Peace of Westphalia was negotiated in 1648. Learn about its historic significance through artefacts and guided tours.

  • Osnabrück University Botanical Garden

    Stroll through the Botanical Garden at Osnabrück University. It features diverse plant collections, themed gardens and tranquil spots ideal for relaxing or learning about regional flora.

  • Museum Industriekultur

    Visit the Museum Industriekultur, which explores Osnabrück’s industrial heritage. See restored machinery, learn about regional manufacturing history and explore the museum’s interactive exhibits.

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