Hermann Hesse not only wrote fascinating works, but he also led a fascinating life and lived in equally fascinating places. From this unique constellation, this newly edited foundational work has emerged, which can serve both as a compact, clear biography and as a travel guide. After presenting his life situations, the reader is taken to all the places that played an important role in the life and work of Hermann Hesse: Calw, Maulbronn, Tübingen, Basel, Gaienhofen, Bern, and Ticino. The book is a journey of experiences, guided by Hesse's motto: "I have unfortunately never understood how to make life easy and comfortable for myself. However, there has always been one art at my disposal: the art of living in beautiful places.".