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Destinations > Germany > Rhineland-Palatinate

Travel destinations in Rhineland-Palatinate

The federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate is located in the southwest of Germany with the state capital Mainz. The state is one of the most diverse and beautiful regions in Germany and offers something special for every type of vacation. Whether nature, culture, wine or history – there are numerous reasons why a vacation in Rhineland-Palatinate is worthwhile

Rhineland-Palatinate is known for its picturesque landscapes, which are characterized by vineyards, rivers and forests. The German Wine Route in the Palatinate is a particular highlight: here, travelers can expect an almost Mediterranean flair with almond trees, figs, lemons and oleander bushes. During the grape harvest, the region is transformed into a sea of aromas and colors. The river landscapes of the Rhine and Moselle also invite you to take relaxing walks or boat trips

The region is a paradise for wine lovers. Rhineland-Palatinate is the largest wine-growing region in Germany and offers numerous opportunities to taste the regional wines in the wine-growing villages. The Palatinate and the Moselle region in particular are known for their wine culture.

Impressive castles and palaces can be discovered throughout the region. Eltz Castle, one of the most famous castles in Germany, is an absolute must for history and architecture lovers. The Imperial Castle of Cochem on the Moselle and the numerous castles along the Rhine are also fascinating excursion destinations. Cities such as Mainz and Koblenz are perfect for city breaks. Mainz is particularly famous for its old town and cathedral, while Koblenz impresses with the Deutsches Eck and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.

Rheinland Pfalz

The region offers numerous opportunities for active vacationers: Hiking in the Palatinate Forest, cycling along the Moselle or a walk across the spectacular Geierlay suspension bridge in the Hunsrück.

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Stadthafen Brodenbach
Vacation in Brodenbach

Brodenbach is a local community in the district of Mayen-Koblenz. A vacation in Brodenbach invites you to relax, hike and drink wine. A place for the ideal vacation in Rhineland-Palatinate.

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Urlaub im EdelSteinLand
Vacation in the EdelSteinLand

The EdelSteinLand is located around the gemstone metropolis Idar-Oberstein and the medieval town of Herrstein in Rhineland-Palatinate. A vacation in EdelSteinLand offers nature experiences, crafts and relaxation.

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Koblenz Jesuitenplatz
Koblenz - Where Father Rhine and Mother Moselle meet

Koblenz is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Germany! Nestled between the Rhine and Moselle rivers and surrounded by a spectacular wine landscape, the city offers the perfect combination of history, nature, enjoyment and urban flair.

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Palatinate Forest
Palatinate Forest

The Palatinate Forest, Germany's largest contiguous forest area and largest nature park, is located in the southwest of Germany. With its unique combination of rolling hills, dense forests, bizarre rock formations and picturesque vineyards, it offers the perfect destination for an unforgettable vacation.

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Romantischer Rhein
Romantic Rhine

One of the most famous German river valleys is the Upper and Lower Middle Rhine Valley between Remagen, via Koblenz, to Bingen. For holidaymakers, this region is the epitome of German Rhine Romanticism. Anyone wishing to escape the everyday and immerse themselves in a world full of legends, castles, and wine bliss has come to…

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All our experiences in Rhineland-Palatinate

Gutsbrüder Brewing

Gutsbrüder Beer Room: Beer from Koblenz

Even though Koblenz is considered a wine city, it also has very good beer. In our search for beer from Koblenz, we ended up at Gutsbrüder and were not disappointed.

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Wein aus Koblenz

Koblenz and the wine

The steep slopes of the Rhine and Moselle are known for the excellent wines produced there by many winegrowers. Due to its location on both rivers, Koblenz can score with regional wines from both growing regions.

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Koblenz-Lützel

Koblenz-Lützel: about street art, culture factory and fortress complex

Lützel is a district of Koblenz. It is located on the opposite side of the Moselle from the old town and is easily accessible via the Balduin Bridge. On a discovery tour through Koblenz-Lützel we come across, among other things, cool street art, an old fortress and a culture factory.

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Mandelblüte Neustadt an der Weinstraße

Almond blossom in Gimmeldingen in the Palatinate region

While in early spring there is usually hardly a spot of colour to be seen in the grey-brown mishmash of nature, in the Palatinate town of Gimmeldingen the splendour of early almond blossom can be admired.

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Sehenswürdigkeiten in Koblenz

The most beautiful 19 sights in Koblenz

Koblenz, the city where the Rhine and Moselle meet, is the oldest city in Germany. Here in the southwest of Germany, the city with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress forms the gateway to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley.

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Stadtburg in Andernach

Andernach on the Rhine

Andernach is one of the oldest towns in Germany and is located just under 10 kilometres from Koblenz on the left bank of the Rhine in Rhineland-Palatinate.

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Edelsteine

8 tips for a winter break in EdelSteinLand

The winter break in EdelSteinLand offers a unique opportunity to experience the treasures of nature and culture in an incomparable atmosphere. The variety of excursion destinations and activities, guarantee unforgettable moments and lasting memories.

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Loreley Statue am Rhein

Legendary Loreley on the Romantic Rhine

At Rhine kilometre 555 there is a 123-metre-high slate rock, the world-famous Loreley Rock. Who doesn’t know the stories about the mysterious Loreley, which is said to have been responsible for many a shipwreck on the Rhine?

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Festung Ehrenbreitstein Modell

High above Koblenz – Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

The cable car from Koblenz reaches the top station and we get off. High above the city, on the right side of the Rhine, lies Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on Mount Ehrenbreitstein. It already looks big and mighty from the Rhine valley, but we will explore whether it is really that impressive.

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Andernach Kaltwasser Geysir

The highest cold water geyser in the world is located in Germany.

Who would have known that the highest cold-water geyser in the world is located on the Rhine? Close to the tranquil town of Andernach, you can visit this geyser from the end of March to the end of October.

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Schloss Sayn

An excursion to Sayn

Sayn is a district of Bensdorf and is located just under 12 kilometers from Koblenz. You should definitely plan a day trip to Sayn during a visit to the Romantic Rhine.

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Blick zur Marksburg am Romantischen Rhein

Marksburg Castle on the Romantic Rhine

On a 160 meter high slate cone, high above the small town of Braubach on the Romantic Rhine, stands the Marksburg. The hilltop castle from the 12th century is the only medieval castle on the Middle Rhine, which was never completely destroyed.

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Seilbahn Koblenz

Riding the cable car in Koblenz

One of the most spectacular views of Koblenz and the Rhine-Moselle region is offered by a ride on the Koblenz cable car up or down from Ehrenbreitstein.

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German Corner in Koblenz

Koblenz is where the Moselle flows into the Rhine. Here is one of the most visited places in the city, the German Corner in Koblenz with the monumental equestrian statue of the German Emperor Wilhelm I.

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Geocaching

Geocaching – Adventure Thunder Hole

Tanja von Spaness and the Brodenbach organization team came up with something very special. We were allowed to experience the Saturday afternoon, divided into different groups the #AbenteuerBrodenbach in the truest sense of the word adventurous. Depending on our interests, we could join one of three groups: Adventure Herbs & Cuisine, Adventure Thunderhole, Adventure Ehrbachklamm.

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Wappen am Burgturm der Ehrenburg

Experience the Middle Ages at Ehrenburg Castle

Our adventure Brodenbach leads us to the Ehrenburg. We drive out of town along a road with switchbacks higher and higher into the Hunsrück and finally arrive at a large parking lot. From here we walk another 400 meters downhill until we reach the Ehrenburg.

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Brodenbach on the Moselle – come along on the Brodenbach adventure

The town of Brodenbach is located on the beautiful Moselle River. I think I would never have gotten to know and love this region of Germany if Tanja from Spaness hadn’t invited me to a blogger meeting with the #AbenteuerBrodenbach.
So on a Friday early in the morning I took the train from Berlin via Frankfurt to Koblenz.

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Hotel Marienhöh - Auszeit zu Zweit

Time out for two at Marienhöh – Hideaway & Spa

In EdelSteinLand, in the small village of Langweiler, you will find the Klosterhotel Marienhöh. The lifestyle and family hotel is just the right place for a time-out for two.

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Felsenkirche im EdelSteinLand

Idar-Oberstein the jewellery and gemstone city

Idar-Oberstein is located on the edge of the southern Hunsrück, in the valley of the Nahe. The town has become known worldwide as a jewellery and gemstone town and continues to captivate gemstone lovers to this day.

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Edelsteine

Searching for clues in Idar-Oberstein: stones, precious stones, gemstones!

It’s hard to imagine a holiday in EdelSteinLand without taking a look at the topic of gemstones! We were on the lookout for clues in the region and visited interesting places related to the theme of gemstones.

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In search of copper in the historic Fischbach copper mine

The town of Fischbach is only about 9 kilometres from Idar-Oberstein. Here in the southern Hunsrück is the historic Fischbach copper mine, which can be visited all year round.

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Wolf im Wildfreigehege Wildenburg

Of wolves and sika deer in the Wildenburg wildlife enclosure

The Wildenburg Wildlife Enclosure is located near Kempfeld below the Wildenburg. Here the visitor can observe various native animal species during a wonderful excursion.

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Kettenherstellung

Industrial monument Jakob Bengel – historical chain and fashion jewelry production from Idar-Oberstein

Probably one of the best-known fashion jewelry factories in EdelSteinLand was the Jakob Bengel chain and fashion jewelry factory in the Oberstein district. Today, you can visit the Jakob Bengel industrial monument and take a look inside the former production facility on a guided tour.

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Ruine Schmidtburg

Adventure Hike in EdelSteinLand – Torchlight Hike Schmidtburg Castle

A truly unique experience in the dark season is a torchlight hike. On the last Raunacht of the year, we were able to experience a hike to Schmidtburg Castle in the Hunsrück, on the way back we walked by the light of torches.

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