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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The Ufer-Bar is back!
From July 12th to October 6th, 2024, four Koblenz restaurants and a sparkling wine producer invite you to summer and early autumn evenings on the castle steps.
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Das Kurfürstliche Schloss in Frühling mit blühenden Blumen © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Effner

The Electoral Palace

Where princes and kings once resided.

City guide in costume in front of the Electoral Palace in Koblenz © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH
Guided Tour:
Chancellor of the Elector
This historical guided tour in costume takes you to the most beautiful corners of the city: from the old Deutsches Eck, you walk along the Rhine through the palace gardens and the palace to the romantic old town.
History of the Electoral Palace

The Electoral Palace in Koblenz is one of the most important palace buildings of early French classicism in southwest Germany and is one of the last residential palaces built in Germany immediately before the French Revolution. Elector Clemens Wenzeslaus had the Electoral Palace built between 1777 and 1786. From 1850 to 1858, the Prussian Crown Prince and later Emperor Wilhelm I resided here as Prussian military governor. In 1944, the Electoral Palace was destroyed down to the outer walls and rebuilt in 1950-51.

Today, the central part of the palace offers exclusive rooms for festive banquets, conferences and family celebrations. There is a magnificent terrace garden facing the Rhine, which is also freely accessible.
Kurfürstliches Schloss © Adobe Stock, Sina Ettmer
The Palace Interior
In the central part of the building there are 4 rooms with a historical ambience ranging from 75-370 m². 

The palace was redecorated for the 2011 Federal Garden Show, and a magnificent palace garden was laid out on the side facing the Rhine based on the historical model.

The rooms in the palace can be used for various events, including workshops, conferences, meetings or even wedding celebrations.
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Kurfürstliches Schloss Hall © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Gauls
Journey to the Electoral Palace

The Electoral Palace can be reached in many different ways. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the Rhine Promenade or explore the picturesque river landscape on a bike while you let your gaze wander over the Festung Ehrenbreitstein. The picturesque alleyways and historic squares of the old town offer an authentic insight into the history of the city and are perfect for a relaxing stroll. The lively Neustadt also offers numerous shopping opportunities and leads you directly to the Electoral Palace via Schlossstraße.

By bus to the Electoral Palace
Traveling to the Electoral Palace by bus allows a flexible and comfortable journey for visitors of all ages. The buses provide a relaxed journey through the city, while visitors can enjoy the historical ambience of the Electoral Palace.
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koveb Bus am Zentralplatz vor Forum Confluentes und Forum Mittelrhein © Gauls
Impressions of the
Electoral Palace
Kurfürstliches Schloss © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Gauls
Kurfürstliches Schloss Seite © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH
Kurfürstliches Schloss Wasser © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Effner
Kurfürstliches Schloss Garten © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH
Kurfürstliches Schloss Garten 2 © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH
Kurfürstliches Schloss Innen © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Gauls
Sights & Attractions near the Electoral Palace
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Koblenz is a city that can be enjoyed by everyone. Whether you're looking for active adventures or a relaxed holiday, you're in the right place. We have curated a number of experiences for every type of traveler.
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Zwei Männer von der Seite halten Weingläser und blicken auf die Stadt Koblenz beim Sonnenuntergang © Koblenz-Touristik GmbH, Philip Bruederle

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