Giessen is part of Oberhessen
a region in the
German State (Bundesland) of Hessen.
Giessen is located on the banks of the Lahn River,
south of the beautiful city of Marburg
and 50 km north of Frankfurt am Main.
Giessen has a population of aroundy 94,000 people.
Mathematikum attracts 150.000 people à year.
Visit Giessen.com is a small private, non official website
created by Phone Book of the World
with the idea to add a touch of glamour and modernity
to a historic city
linked to the famous scientist
Justus von Liebig
The expression "Visit" has become
an expression used in every language
adding something magic to
to more and more private or official
Tourism and Culture Information sites.
With it's "Global Visit List.com"
Phone Book of the World encourages
the creation of beautiful websites
using a short "Visit" followed by dot com
instead of
a-long-bulky-and-hyphenated-URL.xx
.
see about
The site exist in multiple languages,
English, German,
French, Italian, Spanish, Portugeese,
Chineese, Japaneese and Russian.
(please click on the flag at the bottom of the site)
Mathematikum
A playful, hands‑on museum where math becomes a full‑body experience.
Botanischer Garten Giessen
A historic botanical garden showcasing plants from around the world.
Liebig Museum
The preserved laboratory of chemist Justus von Liebig.
Oberhessisches Museum
A regional museum featuring art, archaeology, and local history.
Altes Schloss (Old Castle)
A medieval castle now housing cultural exhibitions.
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Neues Schloss (New Castle)
A historic complex tied to the University of Giessen.
Stadtkirche Giessen
A Gothic‑style church and one of the city’s key landmarks.
Johanneskirche
A peaceful church known for its simple, elegant interior.
Seltersweg
The city’s main pedestrian shopping street with cafés and boutiques.
Walltor Tower
A surviving tower from Giessen’s old fortifications.
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Kunsthalle Giessen
A contemporary art gallery with rotating exhibitions.
Galerie am Bahndamm
A local gallery showcasing modern and regional artists.
Schwanenteich Park
A tranquil park centered around a scenic pond.
Wieseckaue Park
A large green area ideal for walking, cycling, and outdoor events.
Giessen Theater
The city’s main venue for drama, opera, and concerts.
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Congress Hall Giessen
A major cultural and event center.
Stadtbibliothek Giessen
The modern central library with community programs.
Philosophikum Campus
A lively university district with green spaces and academic energy.
Elefantenklo
A quirky concrete pedestrian overpass and local photo icon.
Giessen University Main Building
A historic academic building symbolizing the city’s student culture.
