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).

Am Markt Hotel
Am Markt Hotel
3 out of 5
Oberstraße 64 66, Historik Hotel, Bacharach, RP
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bacharach. Enjoy free WiFi, an attached winery, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions St. Peter Kirche and Alte Haus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (267 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Spacious clean hotel within walking distance of small local shops and restaurants. Quiet location. Room was large and comfortable. Buffet breakfast was great. Small negative in that there were no tea and coffee making facilities in the room."

Reviewed on 17 Oct,2024

Am Markt Hotel
BollAnts SPA im Park
BollAnts SPA im Park
Felkestrasse, 100, Bad Sobernheim, RP
The price is S$372 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
S$372
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bad Sobernheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
"Super Aufenthalt gerne wieder."

Reviewed on 2 Jun,2024

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Atrium Hotel Mainz
Atrium Hotel Mainz
4 out of 5
Flugplatzstr. 44, Mainz, RP
The price is S$180 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
S$180
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mainz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
"Very good and clean friendly staff and great area"

Reviewed on 16 Feb,2025

Atrium Hotel Mainz
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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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"Very comfortable and quiet room across from the forest. The breakfast was ok, staff friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on 22 Aug,2019

PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein
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