Many resorts owe their development to Russian tourists, for example, any guide of a small German town located on the territory of Baden-Württemberg will not fail to tell which representatives of the imperial families have been here. The history of Baden-Baden, a resort city, is inextricably linked not only with the political elite of Russia, but also with representatives of the cultural sphere.
From the ancient Romans
Experts propose to divide the history of Baden-Baden (briefly) into several important periods:
- ancient Roman prosperity associated with the development of healing springs (BC);
- The Middle Ages, in turn, is dividing into periods;
- the Russian period, which began after the wedding of the local princess and the future Russian emperor Alexander I;
- resort in our time.
Scientists assure that people appeared in these territories more than 2000 years ago. Healing springs were already the most attractive factor back then. Emperor Caracalla built the first baths in 214 BC. His example was followed by the Roman legionaries, who founded their garrison here.
From the Middle Ages to the present day
With the departure of the Roman legionnaires, the decline of Baden-Baden begins. The local population turned out to be more suspicious and cautious about thermal springs. Legends have survived that hot springs and built baths were considered a kind of gateway to the underworld.
Guests from abroad helped, this time from the East. Thanks to the fact that Princess Anne became the legal wife of a representative of the Russian imperial family and the future emperor, the city began to flourish. Moreover, new directions were discovered, in particular, the treatment of tuberculosis. Therefore, princes with families, writers, artists, musicians began to visit the beautiful German resort with well-trained personnel and organized treatment.
At the moment, the city continues to develop actively, it is clear that the main purpose of the visit of current tourists is not treatment, but recreation. In this regard, local health resorts and hotels offer a variety of health improvement courses. In addition, guests can enjoy classical entertainment - museums, theaters, concert halls. It is possible to organize excursions around the city and the surrounding area, and local guides are ready to tell you about Russian Baden-Baden. Those hungry for modern entertainment will find restaurants and the oldest casino in Germany at the resort.
