Tourism in the Moselle Valley, Germany, and a group of the most beautiful places to visit
Tourism in the Moselle Valley is one of the most beautiful river valleys in the world
Medieval castles, charming villages with half-timbered houses and steep vineyards
If you are on a tourism trip in Germany, we invite you to visit this magical valley that takes you on a journey that your memory will not forget.
The best time to visit the Moselle Valley
You can visit Valley Moselle anytime between late spring and early fall
Where the region is distinguished by the wonderful and bright vineyard hills at that time
The cities are vibrant and full of life, and the weather also allows you to stroll and ride the area more comfortably.
Roman ruins in Trier
Said to be the oldest city in Germany, Trier has a wonderful old town with diverse Roman ruins
Not to mention the incomparable shortcomings.
The impressive Porta Nigra gate was built around AD 200 in the city of Trier
It has an interesting history and, no wonder, is a Roman city gate
Read also:Hallstatt lake in AustriaIt guarded the northern entrance to the Roman colony. And in the Middle Ages, the gate was rebuilt
which underwent years of desolation, into a church.
And when Napoleon Bonaparte marched into the city in 1804, he demanded that the church be restored to its original Romanesque form.
A walk through the medieval streets of Bernkastel is a choise
This charming city is located on both banks of the Moselle River
It resembles a model of a charming mythical village, with narrow cobblestone streets
half-timbered houses, castle ruins, with vineyards on terraced slopes
As well as a colorful market that transports you to the splendor ألمانيا In the Middle Ages.
Tourism in the Moselle Valley
Koblenz city
Koblenz is situated among the most impressive rivers in Europe
Including the mighty Rhine and the majestic Moselle River, this beautiful old town is one of the best places to start exploring the beautiful Moselle Valley, both as a base from which to embark on day trips
Or as the first of many stops as you follow this wonderfully turbulent river by boat, car or bike.
Koblenz is also a great place to join a walking tour
Read also:Tourism in the French city of TroyesEspecially if she plans to discover the many attractions of the city, including the old town
Which not only offers great views of the city and the two rivers
It is also home to the 37-meter-tall Emperor Wilhelm I monument.
Also of interest in Koblenz is the Altes Castle, an ancient XNUMXth-century castle on the banks of the Moselle River that now houses the city's library and archives.
This impressive medieval castle can be reached from either Trier or Koblenz
It is still owned by the same family whose ancestors built it in the XNUMXth century, and is one of only two castles in the region that escaped war and destruction.
Visiting today offers tourists the chance to see a collection of medieval architecture up close
Plus interior highlights, including 800-year-old tapestries
and rare artifacts made of gold and silver and ancient weapons, and tours are available in English
There are XNUMX restaurants and a convenience store on site)
Afterwards, be sure to explore the surrounding Alts Forest
It is a nature reserve criss-crossed by several well-maintained walking trails and is home to rare flora and fauna.
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Cochem, with its ancient castle looming on the horizon, is one of the most attractive towns in the Moselle Valley
Perhaps a fun thing to do here is to take a walking tour around the old part of town
Making sure to include the attractive St Martin's Church
Built in the 1736th century and rebuilt in 1739 on the trip, be sure to spend some time in the town's Market Square, where you'll find the majestic Old Town Hall building built in XNUMX
In addition to a number of historical heritage homes.
In addition, we recommend that you visit Cochem Castle, a huge imperial castle located on top of the largest hill in the Moselle Valley
In the past, it served as a defense gate for this part of the river, as it was built in 1020 and later destroyed by the French in 1689. A large part of the castle was restored in the nineteenth century in the neo-Gothic architectural style.
The first thing you'll notice about Cochem is the castle that crowns the top of the hill
The medieval castle was destroyed by French forces in 1689
After about two centuries, the castle was reconstructed in the beautiful Gothic style as it is today
During the visit, you can enjoy the beautiful design, as well as the stunning view of the vineyards and the charming Cochem region.
You'll also see the furnished rooms of the castle, each built in a different architectural style.
Guided tours and events are also available, as well as fun rides, and the on-site restaurant serves meal kits for children.
Marienberg Hill
Marienberg Hill is one of the best places to photograph the beautiful Moselle Valley
It is a tall hill that offers great views of one of the river's most spectacular loops, the 12 km long Zeil and Ziller Ham. For the best views
Look for the ruins of the old monastery, which was destroyed in 1806
Afterwards, you can descend to Zell, a popular tourist destination at the southern end of the outlying Ziller Ham bank.
One of the fun things to do in Zell, which is one of the great Moselle Valley towns, is to take pictures
It consists in purchasing a tourist map and strolling around the many historical sites
Which includes the well preserved ancient city walls
and the beautiful St. Peter's Church, built in 1792, and an old castle built in 1542.
In addition, you can not miss exploring the central square of the city
Where you can see the famous Zell Black Cat Fountain and learn the fascinating story of these legendary cats.
Things not to miss in the Moselle River Valley
- Visit the riverside promenade at Cochem, the main tourist destination in the area.
- Take amazing pictures of the area's castles.
- Sit back and enjoy a trip to Bilstein, which is a short distance from Cochem.
- Visit the vineyards to enjoy the magical splendor of nature.
