🇩🇪 Weimar, Germany
Kipperquelle
📍 20, Kippergasse, Weimar, 99425
Your stay — Kipperquelle
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The Property — Kipperquelle
Kipperquelle is a modest 3-star in Weimar’s centre, tucked off the main square. The lobby has dark wood, a small reception desk, and a faint smell of floor polish — clean but no frills, like a well-kept municipal library. The USP is location: you’re a two-minute walk from Goethe’s house and the town hall. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to spend money on museums and beer, not the bed.
Chronicles of Weimar
Weimar was first recorded in 899 as a Saxon settlement, and became the heart of the German Classical movement after the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar attracted writers and musicians in the 18th century. Its architectural layer-cake includes Renaissance townhouses, Baroque ducal palaces, and the Bauhaus school buildings from the 1920s. The city was a nerve centre of the Weimar Republic and, less happily, the site of the Buchenwald camp nearby. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage-listed cultural hub, proud but unflashy, drawing visitors to its literary sites and annual festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Weimar guide →Best months
May, June, early September — warm enough for beer gardens and walks in the Park an der Ilm, but not overrun. Late June hits 20-25°C with long daylight, ideal for the open-air concerts at the Deutsches Nationaltheater.
Peak / festival surge
May and October. May brings the Weimarer Frühjahrsmarkt (spring fair) and crowds for the cultural programme, while October has the Onion Market (Zwiebelmarkt) with 300,000 visitors in one weekend. Hotel prices double or triple for the Onion Market weekend; book in February if you want Kipperquelle.
Budget shoulder season
March-April and November. March is still chilly (5-10°C) but cheap, with fewer tourists. November has grey skies and the Kunstfest wrap-up, but rooms at Kipperquelle drop to €60-70 a night.
Weather & packing
Weimar has a continental climate with sudden thunderstorms in summer — a light rainjacket is essential even in a heatwave. Pack layers (a fleece or cardigan) because evenings in June can dip to 12°C, and the Ilm river valley traps cool air after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Weimar
- From March 2026, the main train station (Weimar Hbf) will have reduced service on weekends due to track upgrades on the line to Erfurt; check DB for replacement buses to Frankfurt or Leipzig.
- The Bauhaus Museum’s new temporary exhibition ‘Form Follows Politics’ opens in May 2026 — expect larger crowds and longer queues at the Bauhaus-Archiv.
- Weimar’s pedestrian zone on the Markt is being repaved until late summer 2026; shopkeepers are open but expect some noise and detours around the Goethe-Schiller monument until July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kipperquelle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor facing the rear courtyard. The lift stops here, giving easy access, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street. The historic wing's narrow corridors mean smaller rooms, so a rear-facing standard room on the second floor is the best balance of quiet and space.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the ground floor, especially rooms near the rear ramp entrance or the lift lobby – foot traffic and delivery noise from the service entrance in the morning. Also avoid rooms facing Kippergasse, a narrow pedestrian street that gets busy with café chatter and footfall, particularly in summer.
Best views
Garden/courtyard views from rear-facing rooms – likely a quiet inner yard typical of Altstadt buildings. Street-facing rooms give a view of Kippergasse (cobbled street, historic facades, café life). No river or landmark view from this address, so courtyard is the better choice.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are quietest. The lift runs to all floors, but the top floor (third) has no rooms above it, reducing noise from above. The second floor is still quiet and more convenient.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: Kippergasse street noise (pedestrians, café outdoor seating). The historic wing's old windows may let in more street noise. Lift noise is minimal but near lobby rooms on ground/first. No bar on-site, but breakfast room noise possible near service entrance. Parking at Parkhaus am Frauenplan means car noise is limited to arrival/departure.
Insider tips
1. Park at Parkhaus am Frauenplan (€12/night) and walk 5 minutes – cheaper than hotel deals and avoids narrow Altstadt streets. 2. Request a rear-facing room on the second floor at booking; mention 'courtyard side' – it's the quietest option and accessible by lift.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Kipperquelle
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, reliable speed (~30 Mbps), single login per device per stay; no paid upgrade
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand with PressReader; no physical papers. Hotel is a converted 19th-century brewery, with original vaulted cellar used for breakfast room
Check-in from 15:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 13:00 for €25 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage at reception on check-in and check-out days, locked room available
Step-free entrance via ramp at rear door; ground-floor accessible room available; lift fits standard wheelchair; narrow corridors in historic wing
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parkhaus am Frauenplan (€12/night, 5-minute walk). No EV charging on-site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax for Weimar)
Deposit & card hold: €100 refundable card hold at check-in for incidentals; no advance deposit required for standard booking
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Beatae Mariae Virginis (221 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Capella Vox coelestis (443 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Sankt Peter und Paul (856 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Gemeindehaus (884 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Schlosspark Belvedere — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Deutsches Bienenmuseum — 991 m · ~12 min walk
Spielplatz Pappelwiese — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Goethe-Apotheke — 951 m · ~12 min walk
Oberweimar — 975 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Leipzig/Halle Airport or tourist offices.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most hotels, larger shops and restaurants; smaller cafes and market stalls prefer cash or EC-Karte.
Round up to the nearest euro in restaurants (5-10% for good service); tip taxi drivers €1-2; leave a small amount for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or café: around €2.50.
A salad or sandwich at a bakery or Imbiss: €5-7.
A main course at a family-run restaurant near the market square: €10-14.
Look for Currywurst or Döner stands near the Marktplatz and Goetheplatz, €4-6 each.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common in the area.
Check C&A or Primark in the city centre for basics; flea markets occasionally on weekends.
A day ticket for Weimar's buses (€5.50) covers the whole town; from Leipzig/Halle Airport, take FlixBus to Weimar (~€8-12).
Eat a proper lunch (Mittagstisch) for cheaper set menus; buy a WeimarCard for free bus travel and museum discounts; drink tap water (it's safe) instead of bottled.
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Emergency Contacts
WeimarWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Weimar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Kipperquelle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Goethe-Apotheke — 951 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Weimar Hbf → Höhe 304 (Buchenwald stop)
💡 Trams run less frequently on Sundays — use 'WeimarMobil' app for live departures. Validate ticket on board or fine is 60 EUR.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Höhe 304 hotel
💡 Book via +49 3643 500100 for fixed price to avoid meter surprises. Cash only with some drivers.
Erfurt Hbf (via bus from airport) → Weimar Hbf
💡 Buy a 'Deutschlandticket' for unlimited local travel. From Weimar station, take bus line 1 to 'Buchenwald Memorial' stop, then walk 5 min.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hbf / Höhe 304
💡 Bus line 105 stops at Goetheplatz, a 10-min walk uphill to the hotel. Check schedule online — it’s often late.
Erfurt Airport (ERF) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy your ticket at the DB machine at the airport station—cash only sometimes. The ride is direct, no change needed.
Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a Sparpreis ticket online in advance for €12–18. If arriving at Leipzig airport, take the S-Bahn (€3) to Leipzig Hbf, then change to ICE. Avoid Frankfurt Airport – it adds 3 hours of travel.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Residenz (stop: Goetheplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform—coins only, no cards. Validate it before boarding. Trams run reliably and drop you right near the hotel.
Erbenhof Hotel (stop: Goetheplatz) → Weimar Hauptbahnhof
💡 Walk 3 mins from the hotel to Goetheplatz tram stop. Buy a single ticket from the machine on the platform – coins only, unless you use the VMT app. Day tickets (€5.50) include buses and trams and are often cheaper for two trips.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Markt)
💡 Get off at Markt, not Goetheplatz. Exit the station, cross the forecourt, and the bus stop is on your left. Cash only on board—exact change helps.
Weimar Hauptbahnhof → Pension Altstadt (stop: Theaterplatz)
💡 Tram 2 is faster than bus 1 if your pension is near Theaterplatz—just walk two minutes south. Validate your ticket in the machine onboard, or you’ll risk a fine.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Hotel Residenz, Weimar
💡 Book at least a day ahead with a fixed-price company like Taxi Weimar or Airporttransfer-Thueringen; avoid the rank drivers who charge up to 20% more. It's a long drive but the only door-to-door option.
Frankfurt Airport → Weimar central bus stop (Goetheplatz)
💡 Cheapest option but bumpy and often late. Reserve seats early via the FlixBus app. The bus stop at Goetheplatz is a 10-minute walk to Hotel Residenz.
About Weimar
Wikipedia ↗
The Weimar Republic was a historical period of the German state from 9 November 1918 to 23 March 1933, during which it was a constitutional republic for the first time in history. The state was officially named the German Reich, but was more commonly referred to, and unofficially proclaimed itself, ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Kipperquelle?
Request a room on the second floor facing the rear courtyard. The lift stops here, giving easy access, and the courtyard side is quieter than the street. The historic wing's narrow corridors mean smaller rooms, so a rear-facing standard room on the second floor is the best balance of quiet and space.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kipperquelle?
Avoid the ground floor, especially rooms near the rear ramp entrance or the lift lobby – foot traffic and delivery noise from the service entrance in the morning. Also avoid rooms facing Kippergasse, a narrow pedestrian street that gets busy with café chatter and footfall, particularly in summer.
Is Kipperquelle noisy?
Main noise sources: Kippergasse street noise (pedestrians, café outdoor seating). The historic wing's old windows may let in more street noise. Lift noise is minimal but near lobby rooms on ground/first. No bar on-site, but breakfast room noise possible near service entrance. Parking at Parkhaus am Frauenplan means car noise is limited to arrival/departure.
Which rooms have the best views at Kipperquelle?
Garden/courtyard views from rear-facing rooms – likely a quiet inner yard typical of Altstadt buildings. Street-facing rooms give a view of Kippergasse (cobbled street, historic facades, café life). No river or landmark view from this address, so courtyard is the better choice.
What are insider tips for staying at Kipperquelle?
1. Park at Parkhaus am Frauenplan (€12/night) and walk 5 minutes – cheaper than hotel deals and avoids narrow Altstadt streets. 2. Request a rear-facing room on the second floor at booking; mention 'courtyard side' – it's the quietest option and accessible by lift.
What time is check-in at Kipperquelle?
Check-in at Kipperquelle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kipperquelle have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, reliable speed (~30 Mbps), single login per device per stay; no paid upgrade
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kipperquelle?
€5.00 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax for Weimar)
Where can I eat cheaply near Kipperquelle?
A salad or sandwich at a bakery or Imbiss: €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kipperquelle?
A day ticket for Weimar's buses (€5.50) covers the whole town; from Leipzig/Halle Airport, take FlixBus to Weimar (~€8-12).
When is the best time to visit Weimar?
May, June, early September — warm enough for beer gardens and walks in the Park an der Ilm, but not overrun. Late June hits 20-25°C with long daylight, ideal for the open-air concerts at the Deutsches Nationaltheater.
Top Attractions in Weimar
💡 Check the notices board for free lunchtime organ recitals (usually Thursdays at 12:15). The crypt is open during services but locked otherwise; ask the verger for a quick peek.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often Saturday afternoons at 15:00. Sit in the front pews left of the altar for the best acoustics.
💡 Enter via the Frauenplan gate to start at Goethe’s Garden House (free entry to the garden, but house interior costs €8). The best picnic spot is by the Ilm weir near the Roman House.
💡 Check the noticeboard for free organ recitals, often on Saturday afternoons. The crypt costs €2 but skip it unless you're a Herder fan.
💡 Tours in English run at 2pm on Saturdays; book at the tourist office the day before. No bag checks so bring small bags only.
💡 Visit at dusk for fewer crowds and the best light on the classical buildings.
💡 Walk uphill behind Goethe's garden house for a view over the whole park. Take a picnic—there are benches by the river near the Schillerbogen bridge.
💡 Check for free organ recitals on Saturday afternoons. The church is quieter mid-morning.