Activities & Surroundings

The beautiful Rhine Valley and its attractions

Castles, vineyards, dense forests, and of course the Rhine—all of this defines the Middle Rhine Valley. Enjoy the sweeping views from the hills or explore the area by bike or on a hike.

Whether you're looking for an active adventure or a relaxing getaway, the Middle Rhine Valley has something for everyone.

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Experience this UNESCO World Heritage Site with all your senses. Explore the Morgenbach Valley on our curated hiking trails, or take a leisurely ride on an e-bike along the Rhine. For adventure seekers, there are numerous via ferrata routes to choose from.

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Discover Places AND History

In the area around Trechtingshausen, you'll find numerous castles, a variety of sights, historic towns, and fascinating museums.

Sights & Museums

Boating on the Rhine

From the ship, the Middle Rhine Valley reveals its unique charm. Castles, vineyards, and the ever-changing landscape glide peacefully by as you relax on board and experience the Rhine from a new perspective.

Boating in the Area

Activities for children

There’s plenty for kids to do in the Rhine Valley, too. Many of the activities aren’t just fun for the little ones—they’re sure to delight adults as well—making it the perfect destination for a family vacation.

Attractions for children

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Simply wonderful

A stone castle overlooks a winding river in a lush, terraced valley with wooded hills and a small village.

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A ferry crosses a river against a backdrop of hills; a German flag can be seen in the foreground.

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On a small, tree-lined island in the middle of a river stands a stone tower; a green marker buoy can be seen in the foreground.

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Vines grow on a terraced hillside that leads up to an old stone chapel with a cross beneath a cloudy sky.

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A white cruise ship sails down a river past a lush green hill covered with terraced vineyards.

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At sunset, a medieval stone castle overlooks a picturesque little town that nestles along the riverbank and is surrounded by hills.

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Two people are hiking along a narrow, rocky path at the edge of a cliff overlooking a wide river, using a safety rope for support.

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A couple is riding along a bike path by a river, with terraced hills in the background and a partly cloudy sky overhead.

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A view of a historic German town with a stone tower in the foreground and the ruins of a castle on a wooded hill in the background.

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The Mäuseturm stands on a rocky island in the middle of the Rhine, surrounded by lush, wooded hills.

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