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overs of automobiles can feel stress in one of the least stressful cities in the world, according to a recent study by the company Zipjet. Why this paradox? Because the most powerful industry of the 20th century has a temple here. Yes, in Stuttgart there are two imposing museums of two excellent motor brands: Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. Those who like cars should not delay in organizing a visit to this German city.
The capital of the land or federal state of Baden-Württemberg —located in the southwest of the country and one of the sixteen in Germany— offers an exceptional attraction to better understand history. That of the mechanical revolution, constant research, optimal design, the thrill of speed, or communication by land, sea, and air. In this case, it is an unstoppable search for technical fullness and maximum comfort on the road. So let's go by parts.
Let's start. Let's mark the first stop on the GPS: direction Mercedesstraße number 100, where the Mercedes-Benz exhibition is located. In 1886, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz presented one of those inventions that disrupt the course of humanity: the automobile.
In this colossal enclosure, 160 impressive vehicles and more than 1,500 exhibition objects are displayed across approximately 16,500 square meters on different floors. Passenger cars, race cars, trucks, prototypes, engines… Technology always allies with the future, and this occasion is perfect to corroborate it and rediscover —let's not spoil the trip— unique and extraordinary models.
Open every day except Mondays, the Mercedes-Benz Museum also hosts special events such as the recent "50 Years of AMG". Undoubtedly, an emblematic place of pilgrimage in Stuttgart.
On the other hand, as is well known. Recalling a famous advertising campaign from the 80s, "there are cars and Porsches." The prestigious brand Porsche has another reference space in the city at Porscheplatz number 1: a metal and glass building designed by the Meissl studio that produces an almost hypnotic fascination.
The exhibition area occupies about 5,600 square meters and offers 80 exhibits, from antique cars to true avant-garde creations. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, here one encounters classic cars such as the 917, the 911 or the Beetle and, in addition, pieces from other times, curiosities or the manufacturing process of a car are observed. Sorry, of a Porsche.
Do you want to enjoy automotive innovation, the power that this industry radiates or sports excellence? Accelerate: Stuttgart is an infallible destination.
Written by: Jorge García Palomo
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