Promenade Closure
Permanent closure of the towpath and promenade along the Rhine near the Pfaffendorf bridge between the Weindorf and the palace steps.
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Hachenburg Westerwald

Distillery, historic towns & wild nature

The Hachenburg Westerwald is a region of incomparable beauty and diverse experiences! Discover the art of distilling at the Birkenhof distillery, explore the charming town of Hachenburg with its historic old town and experience the natural splendor of the Westerwald lake district. Immerse yourself in a world full of history, enjoyment and picturesque landscapes—the Hachenburg Westerwald welcomes you with open arms!

Birkenhof Distillery
There is no better place to explore and enjoy the world of fine brandies than at the Birkenhof Distillery, where the craft of distillation has been practiced for eight generations. During a guided tour of the grain and fruit distillery, you can take a look behind the scenes and learn more about the elaborate production process of the brandies and liqueurs. Of course, there are also opportunities for tasting. How about a gin or whisky tasting?
See the experiences at the Birkenhof distillery
Group of 3 people tasting schnapps in the sales room of the distillery © Birkenhof Brennerei, J. Willwacher
Hachenburg
With its colorful half-timbered facades and the majestically enthroned baroque castle, the historic town center of Hachenburg exudes the charm of an idyllic residential town. In the old market, in the heart of Hachenburg, you will find the town's landmark: the golden lion. Cozy cafés and restaurants invite you to linger.
Explore the town of Hachenburg
Hachenburger Marktplatz mit Tischen und Sonnenschirmen vor Restaurants, umgeben von farbenfrohen Fachwerkhäusern und einer Kirche, im Vordergrund Äste, im Hintergrund blauer Himmel © Tourist-Info Hachenburger Westerwald, Dominik Ketz
Westerwald Lake District
Let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of the Westerwald lake district with its seven lakes! Surrounded by rolling hills, the 7 lakes hiking trail leads through beautiful forest passages along lonely banks and offers the opportunity to relax and unwind. If you like it more active, grab a pedal boat and pedal across the lake.
Discover the Westerwald lake district
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