An enchanting region, with medieval castles and picturesque towns and villages which are steeped in history. The Rhine is the commercial artery of Europe, flowing from Switzerland, through Germany and on through the Netherlands. Craft laden with goods sail through spectacular scenery.
- Boppard
A pretty town with a riverside promenade. There is a busy market here and you can take the chairlift to Vierseenblick. - Burg Eltz
Eltz Castle is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved castles in Germany. - Cologne
The largest city in the region. You may have a guided tour, and visit the Gothic Cathedral and chocolate museum. - Drachenfels
This railway will take you to the top of Drachenfels (Dragon Rock), where you can enjoy fabulous views of the Rhine, the Eifel Mountains and Cologne. At the top you will also find Drachenburg Castle. - Koblenz
Koblenz has a history dating back 2000 years and is the meeting point of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. The view from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress high above the Rhine (118 metres) across the river down to "Deutsches Eck" is spectacular. - Lorelei Rock
A rock on the eastern bank of the Rhine which soars some 120 meters above the water. It is associated with several legendary German folklore tales. - Mainz
With a history dating back 2000 years, there are Roman relics and Baroque architecture in this historic city. - Marksburg Castle
This is an impressive, medieval castle built in the 12th century. It is the only remaining fully intact castle on the Rhine. - Phantasialand Theme Park
A theme park in Brühl which attracts 2 million visits a year. - Rhine River Cruise
The best way to relax and take in the beautiful scenery. - Rüdesheim Cable Car
Rüdesheim is in the heart of the wine growing region, and has crooked narrow streets and half-timbered houses. The cable car takes you over the vineyards. - Siegfried's Musik Kabinett
One of the largest collections of automated musical instruments. - Steinkaulenberg
Europe's only gemstone mine open to the public.
