02 Jun 2015
Located in the heart of SouthWest Germany, Stuttgart Airport welcomes visitors from the US with direct flights from Atlanta with Delta Air Lines or short hops from nearby airports. The airport is a perfect starting point for a dreamy vacation throughout SouthWest Germany. Take a trip to the beautiful Black Forest, go shopping in the charming old town of Heidelberg or cross Lake Constance by boat. The well-established SouthWest German cuisine and two wine regions have earned over 78 Michelin stars and range from the well-known Black Forest cake and Maultaschen to delicious but unknown reds, whites and Roses. From traditional wine bars to famous high class restaurants, this region is a rich culinary destination.
Stuttgart – the capital of SouthWest Germany - is a perfect first and last stop on your trip. Being the hometown of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, Stuttgart is not only world famous for its car industry but also for its variety of car museums. The Mercedes-Benz and Porsche Museums are only a short drive away from the city center and the workshop of Daimler and Maybach and the Daimler House, offer unique automobile experiences combining history and innovation. Historic racing cars, excellent audio guides, delicious dining and wonderful gift shops make the museums delightful for the entire family.
One of the largest and most diverse shopping streets in Europe, the Königsstraße, is located right in the center of the town, leading directly to Stuttgart´s picturesque castle with the main square, the Schlossplatz. Enjoy the flair of this small but cosmopolitan city while having a coffee in one of the bars in the lively center of the town close to the world famous ballet and opera house.
In 2014, the airport welcomed 9.7 million passengers and managed up to 400 flights daily to 125 destinations. The mix of an international flair on the one hand and a warm regional charm on the other hand is characteristic for Stuttgart Airport which is now the sixth largest in Germany.
When travelling to Stuttgart Airport, you will recognize both the clear and logical layout of the terminals and the short distances within the airport. With a wide range of shops offering fashion, pick-me-ups or typical gifts from the region, time will fly as you have to wait for your flight. Cozy bars, restaurants and snack stands are sprinkled throughout the airport. More than that, Stuttgart is the only international airport that houses a Michelin star awarded restaurant, the “top air”. Gourmets will be pleased to discover the extraordinary cuisine at this special location.
After arrival, passengers are very well connected both to the city center of Stuttgart and to the other regions of SouthWest Germany. It will take you only 25 minutes by train from the airport to the city center and with the Autobahn running right next to the terminals, you can reach your final destination within short time in the dreamy SouthWest Germany.