Drosselgasse is a quaint, narrow alley that runs through the nucleus of Ruedesheim am Rhein’s Old Town. The bustling street, which is 472 feet (144 meters) long, is alive with wineries, markets and historic features. Stroll down the alley for an insight into the musical and cultural delights of this town.
Snap photos of some of the most historic and impressive buildings on this narrow street. Among the highlights is Breuer’s Rüdesheim Castle, a historic restaurant and hotel. Taste samples of wine at several of the wineries dotted around the alley. Take the kids for ice cream in one of the parlors and purchase souvenirs at one-of-a-kind shops.
In the evening, the street lights up with entertainment. Join revelers in a pub or nightclub and attend exciting live music performances.
Over the past century, this street has garnered a reputation as a hangout for English and German romantic writers. Relax in one of the wine bars and beer gardens and imagine writers finding inspiration from the quaint and jaunty surroundings. Browse the many stalls in the narrow street during the Christmas Market at the end of the year.
Make your way past the historic relics of this popular town. These include the Klunkhardshof half-timbered house and Brömserburg Castle, which dates back around 1,000 years. Gaze up at the ruins of Ehrenfels Castle that is a little west of the town.
There is no fee to enter Drosselgasse. It is open daily year-round from morning until midnight and sometimes later.
Find Drosselgasse in the heart of the Ruedesheim am Rhein historic center. Walk east for a few minutes from the Ruedesheim railway and cable car station to get here. Make sure to see other landmarks in the area, such as the Rheingauer Weinmuseum Brömserburg and the Brömserhof.
