Koblenz
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Headland where the Moselle meets the Rhine, crowned by a Kaiser statue.
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Climb the monument steps for views
- Free at any time
- Great at sunset
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- 2
Huge 19th-century fortress high above the Rhine with museums.
3 tips
- Combine with a cable car ticket
- Allow half a day
- Landesmuseum is inside
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- 3
Cable car gliding over the Rhine to the fortress.
3 tips
- Some cabins have glass floors
- Buy a combo ticket
- Queues at weekends
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- 4
Fairy-tale medieval castle hidden in a forest valley.
3 tips
- Open April to October
- Hike in from Moselkern
- Cash useful at the ticket office
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- 5
Romanesque basilica, the city's oldest church, near the Deutsches Eck.
3 tips
- Free entry
- Pretty garden behind
- Next to the cable car
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- 6
Old-town church with distinctive onion-domed towers.
3 tips
- Free entry
- On the highest point of the old town
- Lovely stained glass
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- 7
Historic old-town square with the Augenroller figure and old buildings.
3 tips
- Watch the eye-rolling Augenroller
- Cafés and wine bars
- Christmas market spot
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- 8
Neoclassical palace of the last Elector of Trier on the Rhine.
3 tips
- Garden side faces the river
- Mostly viewed from outside
- Start a Rhine promenade walk
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- 9
Neo-Gothic Rhine castle with lavish interiors, 6 km south.
3 tips
- Guided tours only
- Steep walk from the car park
- Closed in winter months
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Before you go: Koblenz tips
Transportation
- Use the Deutschlandticket: the monthly Deutschlandticket covers Koblenz buses and regional trains along the Rhine and Moselle, great for castle day trips.
- Ride the Seilbahn: the cable car crosses the Rhine from near the Deutsches Eck up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, with huge views of the river confluence.
- Cruise the Middle Rhine: KD and other boats sail from Koblenz upriver through the UNESCO Rhine Gorge past castles to Boppard and beyond.
Security
- Watch the river levels: the Rhine and Moselle can flood low riverside paths in winter and spring; follow closures along the Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer.
- Mind cyclists on the promenades: the Rhine and Moselle bike paths run through the city, so stay in the walking lane on the riverbanks.
- Keep cash on hand: some Koblenz bakeries, wine stands and small Altstadt bars still prefer cash, so do not rely only on cards.
Saving
- Enjoy the Deutsches Eck for free: the monument and promenade where the Moselle meets the Rhine cost nothing and look best at sunset.
- Day-trip by regional train: local trains to Moselkern for Burg Eltz or to Braubach for the Marksburg are far cheaper than tour buses.
- Drink wine at the source: Moselle and Middle Rhine Rieslings are sold by the glass in Altstadt wine taverns and seasonal riverfront stands.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack layers for spring and autumn: the river valleys can be misty and cool in the morning but warm by afternoon, so dress in layers.
- Expect warm summers: summers in the sheltered Rhine valley are warm and sometimes hot, so bring sunscreen for cruises and fortress walks.
- Dress warm in winter: winters are grey, damp and chilly; waterproof shoes help on wet cobbles and riverside paths.
Cultural
- Meet the Schaengel: the little spitting boy fountain at the Rathaus is Koblenz's mascot, and locals call themselves Schaengel too.
- See Rhein in Flammen: in August Koblenz hosts its edition of the Rhine in Flames festival, with fireworks over the river and fortress.
- Plan for quiet Sundays: most shops in Koblenz close on Sundays, so stock up on Saturday and use Sundays for walks and cafes.
Local Hacks
- Visit Ehrenbreitstein at golden hour: the fortress terraces give the best view down onto the Deutsches Eck and both rivers.
- Cycle the Moselle path: rent a bike and follow the Moselradweg upstream from Koblenz through vineyards and wine villages.
- Stop at Stolzenfels Castle: this neo-Gothic castle just south of the city is a short bus ride away and less crowded than Rhine Gorge favourites.
1-day itineraries in Koblenz
Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.
Day 1 of 2
Kurfürstliches Schloss and around
🕘 9:30–16:45📍 7 stops
- 1Kurfürstliches Schloss
- 2Schängelbrunnen
- 3Vier Türme
- 4Liebfrauenkirche
- 5Florinsmarkt
- and 2 more
Day 2 of 2
Basilika St. Kastor and around
🕘 9:30–17:00📍 5 stops
- 1Basilika St. Kastor
- 2Seilbahn Koblenz
- 3Ludwig Museum
- 4Deutsches Eck
- 5Festung Ehrenbreitstein