Bacharach

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Bacharach
Stahleck Castle
Bacharach
Bacharach
Bacharach
Step past a 14th-century wall to uncover the medieval delights of a riverside town famous for its imposing castle and winemaking traditions.

Bacharach is a striking town in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Like many of Rhineland’s towns, it sits on the banks of the River Rhine, framed by beautiful rolling green landscapes. Wander the storybook town center, visit medieval monuments, join scenic river cruises and experience Rhine Valley viticulture. First mentioned in the 11th century, Bacharach grew to become an important wine shipping port. Its romantic charm has attracted artists and poets for nearly 1,000 years.

Enter the town through the gates of the ancient wall and discover a picture-perfect setting characterized by half-timbered houses with flower-filled gardens. Climb onto the old ramparts to enjoy top-down town views. Spot some of the 10 towers, such as Marktturm and Postenturm, which formed part of the wall. The largest tower, Kranenturm, is now a hotel.

Stroll along the main street, which changes its name from Koblenzer Straße to Oberstraße and Mainzer Straße. Admire the collection of historic buildings, including the Rathaus Town Hall. The 14th-century Alte Haus, Alter Zollhof and Haus Sickingen are fine examples of half-timbered architecture. Appreciate the Romanesque and gothic features of St. Peter’s Church.

Follow a path from Oberstraße to the gothic ruins of Werner Chapel. Continue uphill to the 11th-century Stahleck CastleOpens in a new window. Once home of the Count Palatine of Bacharach and the King of Prussia, the castle became a youth hostel in 1926. Appreciate views of the Rhine Gorge from this lofty location above Bacharach.

Relax at the town’s grassy and tree-lined riverfront park. Ferries depart from the park’s jetties on tours up and down the Rhine River. Travel north to Oberwesel and Sankt Goar. Head south to Assmannshausen, Bingen and Rüdesheim am Rhein.

Bacharach is about 50 miles (85 kilometers) west of FrankfurtOpens in a new window and 118 miles (190 kilometers) south of DuesseldorfOpens in a new window. Trains connect the town with numerous destinations across Germany. June is a good time to visit, when the nearby suburb of Steeg honors the Rhine’s winemaking heritage with the Weinblütenfest (Wine Blossom Festival).

Hotel Pension Winzerhaus

Hotel Pension Winzerhaus

Blücherstraße 60, Bacharach
The price is NT$3,272 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$3,272
NT$3,608 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pension in Bacharach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Pension Winzerhaus
Hotel Blüchertal

Hotel Blüchertal

Brücher Str. 162, Bacharach, RP
Stay at this hotel in Bacharach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and bicycle rentals on site. Popular attractions Loreley and Steeg Annakirche are located ...
Hotel Blüchertal
Wyndham Garden Lahnstein Koblenz

Wyndham Garden Lahnstein Koblenz

Zu den Thermen, Lahnstein, RP
The price is NT$2,696 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
NT$2,696
NT$2,885 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lahnstein. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
Wyndham Garden Lahnstein Koblenz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Burgenheimat

Burgenheimat

Hochstr. 25, Rhens
Stay at this aparthotel in Rhens. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a pillow menu. Popular attractions Deutsches Eck and Haus Zum Marienbildchen are ...
Burgenheimat
PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein

PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein

4 out of 5
Römerstraße 38, ( Navigation alternativ: Salzbornst, Boppard, RP
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Boppard. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Bodobrica Ruined Roman Fort and ...
PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein
Appartmenthaus FerienNest

Appartmenthaus FerienNest

Grabenstraße 15, Bad Ems
Stay at this apartment in Bad Ems. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Deutsches Eck and Lahn Hiking Trail are located ...
Appartmenthaus FerienNest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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