Herford

Travel Guide
Marta Herford Museum featuring modern architecture
Explore a curvaceous museum, play in a waterpark and take in the gabled houses of this charming German town set in the rolling hills of North Rhine-Westphalia.

With its roots stretching back over 1,200 years and its sights set on the future, the district capital of Herford offers a great mix of historic and modern attractions, along with cozy seasonal festivals.

Begin your visit with a walk around the compact town center with its historic gabled buildings and statues. Don’t miss the Bürgermeisterhaus (Mayor’s House) from 1538 and the Renaissance gable of the Wulfert-Haus on the Neuer Markt from 1560.

Discover the deep religious heritage of this capital of the Herford district. The construction of the Romanesque hall church Herford Minster (Münsterkirche) began around 1220. Glance up at the vibrant colors of the windows in the Gothic-styled St. John’s Church (St. Johannis/Neustädter Kirche) and enjoy the ornate interior and unusual bell-shaped tower cap of St. Jacob’s Church (Jakobikirche). Both churches were constructed around the 13th century.

Transport yourself back to the 21st century by visiting the MARTa Herford. Designed by the legendary architect Frank Gehry, this red-brick museum from 2005 is a futuristic feat of engineering. Browse the rotating exhibitions, which showcase contemporary art, design and architecture and visit the stylish café. Culture lovers should also check out the program of the Stadttheater (Municipal Theatre).

If you love shopping, you will feel at home in Herford. Famous fashion brands such as Brax, Pierre Cardin and Bugatti have long since replaced the city’s historic textile manufacturers.

A highlight for families is the H2O waterpark. With water slides, a wave pool, diving boards and regular pools to swim laps in, this indoor and outdoor waterpark with picnic area is fun year-round.

Experience the tranquility of the local hills and river valleys on foot or join a bicycle or canoe tour. The little Herford Tierpark animal park is fun for families and the Bismarckturm lookout tower provides sweeping views across the countryside.

The major regional center of Hanover is about 56 miles (90 kilometers) away and has good road and rail links with Herford. Plan your trip around one of the seasonal festivals, such as the Hoeker concerts in the square next to the City Hall and the wine festival at the Gänsemarkt in autumn.

IntercityHotel Herford
IntercityHotel Herford
Luisenstrasse 6, Herford
The price is S$138 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$138
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Herford. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and 3 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Marta Herford Museum and H2O Herford ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (29 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Aug,2024

IntercityHotel Herford
Hotel Hansa
Hotel Hansa
Bruederstr. 40, Herford
The price is S$217 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
S$217
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Herford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Marta Herford Museum and H2O Herford Sports and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent and staff very friendly, good breakfast only small issue was the bed which was two single beds pushed together which gave you a big gap down the centre."

Reviewed on 3 Dec,2023

Hotel Hansa
Steigenberger Hotel Bielefelder Hof
Steigenberger Hotel Bielefelder Hof
4 out of 5
Am Bahnhof 3, Bielefeld, NW
The price is S$154 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
S$154
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"The stay was a 5 day business trip. Breakfast was awesome! Room was very clean and hotel was very convenient to the train station."

Reviewed on 25 Jul,2024

Steigenberger Hotel Bielefelder Hof
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof
STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof
Herforder Str. 69, Bielefeld, NRW
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions City Bowling ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)
"Nice and pleasant stay, great breakfast at the nearby bakery."

Reviewed on 3 Aug,2023

STAYERY Bielefeld Hauptbahnhof
aappartel boardinghouse city center
aappartel boardinghouse city center
Friedrich-Verleger-Straße 1, Bielefeld, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Old Town Hall and Bielefeld Old Town ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"This is a basic place to stay. You get what you pay for. Pluses: 1) very close to public transportation, and 2) super clean. Minuses: 1) noisy neighbors (kids crying), and 2) no elevator to first floor, inconvenient if you have heavy luggage or (like me) knee arthritis."

Reviewed on 20 May,2024

aappartel boardinghouse city center
Boardinghouse City Home
Boardinghouse City Home
Jöllenbecker Str. 36, Bielefeld, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bielefeld. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Spindle Fountain and City Bowling Bielefeld ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (34 reviews)
"The WiFi in the room never worked, my room was never cleaned over the 4 nights I stayed. Bin never cleaned or changed. Towels never changed bathroom not cleaned once. Parking was good and a good price."

Reviewed on 10 Nov,2023

Boardinghouse City Home
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Don't waste 8 Euros on Marta Museum. not even the local go there.