Bad Driburg Gräflicher Park – A spring walk

Spring is a time to take a spring walk through Bad Driburg's Count's Park. You don't have to be in the Hotel stay. Instead, you can pay the entrance fee to Bad Driburg's Count's Park and enjoy the parks on a walk. When the tulips and daffodils are in bloom, you look forward to sunny days. Then one likes to take the time to explore the themed gardens and park areas that have been laid out between and around the hotel buildings. There is a lot to discover.

 

Spring walk through the landscape park

The English-style landscape garden is privately owned. The Count's Park Bad Driburg belongs to the family of the Counts of Oeynhausen-Sierstorpff, who also own the hotel resort Wellness and spa facilities belongs. The garden is the main attraction of Bad Driburg. The landscape park is part of the European Garden Heritage Network and is therefore one of the gardens in Europe that is worth a visit. This also includes gardens in North Rhine-Westphalia, im Pays de la Loire in France, in England and in other regions of Europe. The aim of this association is the preservation of parks, gardens and green spaces.

 

 

Trees in the Bad Driburg Gräflicher Park

In the park you will find trees that have been growing here since the 18th century. Chestnuts, lime trees and oaks grow along the avenue. This continues in a promenade between the hotel buildings and bathhouses. The theme gardens were created by landscape architects.

The themed gardens include:

• The rose garden from 1932
• The Meadow of Lilies by Gilles Clément
• The garden chapel and the peacock bridge at the duck pond
• The hedge garden
• The Hölderlin Grove
• The Diotima Island
• A wildlife park
• The duck pond
• The mausoleum of the count family
• The perennial and grass garden
• The maze

 

Bad Driburg Gräflicher Park with fountain house

The fountain house stands in the center of the park. Here visitors can try the medicinal waters that made Bad Driburg a medicinal bath. The long foyer invites you to stroll. The building was constructed on this site from 1822 to 1824.

 

 

Even if you don't want to try the healing waters, it's worth taking a detour to the Wandelhalle. There is also a reading room in a side wing. There you can read brochures about what's on offer in the bathhouses and in the hotel.

 

Hedge garden in Bad Driburg Gräflicher Park

Before you continue into the wildlife park, it is also worth taking a detour to the hedge garden. This is located behind the well house. Hornbeams surround a water mobile. It was created by Angela Conner, a sculptor from England.

 

Wildlife park with herd of fallow deer

Back at the square in front of the fountain house, we turn left. The path leads past bathhouses and hotel buildings to the park, where the fallow deer herd of the Count's Park in Bad Driburg also lives. The animals roam freely around the grounds. Visitors can get quite close to them.

 

 

However, we turn right and walk past Hölderlin Grove and Diotima Island back to the hotel. There we finally enjoy the spring blossoms in the flower beds around the hotel building.

 

Opening hours:

The park is accessible from April to October for an entrance fee.
09:00 am - 18:00 pm

Gräflicher Park Bad Driburg Entrance fee:

• entrance fees:

  • Adults: €8,00 (including €2,50 food credit)
  • Pupils, students, groups, city tours: €4,50 (without food credit)
  • Children up to and including 13 years: free admission

The food credit can be redeemed in the park's dining establishments on the day of the visit.

annual passes: For residents of the Bad Driburg urban area, the annual pass costs €33 for adults and €55 for families. For guests from outside the city, the prices are €44 for adults and €66 for families.

Visitors to the Piet Oudolf Garden have free entry for up to 30 minutes (only via the south entrance/ticket office).

Park tour €5 per person
Every Tuesday at 14:30 a.m

Registration is possible via the guest service center:

Phone +49 52 53 95 23 – 700
gaeste-service@graeflicher-park.de

Monday - Friday
09:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:00
Saturday
09:00 am - 13:00 pm

Events:

A yoga retreat with Maren Brand will take place from July 4th to 6th and from October 17th to 19th, 2025.

Questions and answers about the Bad Driburg Gräflicher Park

Is there a restaurant or café in Gräflichen Park?

Yes, in the Gräflichen Park you can not only enjoy nature, but also be pampered with culinary delights. Café im Park offers homemade cakes and small snacks, perfect for a relaxing break with a view of the greenery. If you like something a little more upscale, a visit to the Caspar's Restaurant, where you can get regional and seasonal specialties. In summer you can sit outside and enjoy the idyllic atmosphere. Reservations are a good idea, especially on weekends, as it can fill up quickly.

Can I have a picnic in the park?

A picnic in the Count's Park sounds tempting, but unfortunately it is not allowed. Since the gardens are very well maintained and are intended to promote relaxation, there are places to sit, but no picnic areas. If you still want to eat outdoors, there are some beautiful hiking trails with great rest areas in the area around Bad Driburg. Alternatively, you can treat yourself to a meal in the café or restaurant in the park.

Are there barrier-free paths in the park?

Yes, the Count's Park is well prepared for visitors with limited mobility. Most of the paths are wide, flat and well-paved, so you can easily navigate them with a wheelchair or walker. There are some gentle inclines, but no steep or difficult to access sections. Benches are also regularly placed along the paths in case you need a break. The catering facilities are also barrier-free and there are disabled-accessible toilets on site.

What time of year is best to visit?

The Count’s Park is an experience at any time of year, but each season has its own charm. In Spring The first flowers bloom and the trees turn green – perfect for a walk in the fresh air. The Summer brings a full blossom, and the ponds reflect the colorful nature. The Autumn delights with warm colors and golden leaves, while in the Winter often has a calm, almost mystical atmosphere. If you like colorful flowers, Spring and summer are ideal. For a quiet, contemplative atmosphere, autumn or winter are ideal.

Can I stay overnight in the Gräflichen Park?

Yes, right in the park is the Graflicher Park Health & Balance Resort, an elegant wellness hotel with a spa area. If you want to extend your visit and enjoy a relaxing break, this is a great option. The hotel offers comfortable rooms, an excellent breakfast and various wellness offers such as massages or thermal baths. An overnight stay is worthwhile, especially if you are looking for relaxation or are planning a little wellness break.

Are there any functions or events in the park?

Yes, the Gräfliche Park is not just for walks – concerts, art exhibitions and cultural events are held here regularly. The Summer concerts, where you can enjoy music in the middle of nature. There are also themed tours and seasonal events such as Easter markets or Christmas events. It is worth checking the website before your visit to see if a special event is taking place.

Is the park also interesting for children?

Definitely! Even though the Count's Park is more about peace and relaxation, there is still a lot for children to discover. The extensive paths invite them to run around, and the nature with its ponds, old trees and small hidden places awakens the spirit of adventure. The animal figures that are hidden in the park are particularly exciting - a great search game for little explorers. If you come with children, it is worth exploring nature in a playful way.

 

 

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