Ritterstraße | Karlsruhe Erleben EN

The XXL fan-shaped street

Ritterstraße is the longest fan-shaped street in the city and runs from the southern edge of the Palace, to Mathysstraße. It has borne its historical name since 1820 – it was named after the “Zum Ritter” guesthouse, which was popular at the time.

Ritterstraße forms a border between the State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe and Baden’s State Library, as well as between Friedrichsplatz and Kirchplatz St. Stephan. The close proximity of Ritterstrasse to Friedrichsplatz means that it is the perfect place to go sunbathing on a park bench, followed by a casual tour of the city. Ritterstraße combines a natural setting with an urban roadway. Taking a break in the green section of the expansive fan-shaped street will give everybody the boost of stamina they need for a shopping marathon. From shoes to perfumes and jewellery, right up to tasty baked goods, the XXL fan-shaped street has everything your heart could desire.

Ritterstraße Karlsruhe Dezember 2018 - © Jürgen Rösner

Shops and restaurants

Overview of shops and restaurants in the area Ritterstraße

In the area

Kirchplatz St. Stephan frames the St. Stephan Catholic church and is situated centrally, directly opposite Baden’s State Library and the well-known Friedrichsplatz. The church square is the perfect meeting point for families with children or for a theatre date.

Kirchplatz St. Stephan

A colourful church square

As Baden’s longest shopping street, Kaiserstraße is renowned all over Karlsruhe and is adored by young and old alike. A vibrant mixture of renowned labels and independent shops give the focal point of the fan-shaped city its unique charm.

Kaiserstraße

The fan-shaped city´s shopping boulevard

Herrenstraße spans from the southern edge of the Karlsruhe Palace to Karlstor on Karlstraße. You can find an A–Z of shops among cultural heritage sites and court buildings, as well as the Federal Court of Justice. You can find everything from A-line skirts to zebra-print couch cushions at the shops along Herrenstraße, as well as everything a well-organised jewellery box, household or wardrobe could ever need.

Herrenstraße

Shopping A–Z

On Erbprinzenstraße, time moves very differently – here, people take a lot of time for quality of life and enjoyment. The well-known side street is a treat for all visitors in need of a break from the daily grind. In the numerous street cafés and atmospheric shops, you can relax and shop in peace.

Erbprinzenstraße

Shopping in a relaxed atmosphere

Corona Virus

Important Information

Due to the official measures implemented by the State of Baden-Württemberg and the city of Karlsruhe to limit the spreading of COVID-19, Karlsruhe’s public life is currently facing severe restrictions. Cultural institutions, hotels and events are especially affected by this. Please refer directly to their individual websites for up-to-date information.

Shops remain opened. Opening times may differ from the information on this website.

Our tourist information office located on Kaiserstraße 72-74 remains opened as well with high security measures and a maximum of five people at a time.

The city of Karlsruhe provides up-to-date information on the corona crisis at www.corona.karlsruhe.de or by phone +49 721/133-3333.

On a lighter note: if you feel like clearing your mind, go ahead and continue exploring the beautiful aspects of Karlsruhe through our digital offers at www.karlsruhe-tourismus.de/smartathome (only available in German).

Stay healthy, and stay tuned!

Best wishes from all the staff at KTG Karlsruhe Tourismus GmbH and KME Karlsruhe Marketing and Event GmbH