Stolzenfels Castle

One of the most beautiful castles in the region is located only a few kilometres from the Koblenz city centre and is certainly worth a visit. In terms of art and cultural history, the palace, which was built in the 19th century from the ruins of a 13th century castle, with its park and gardens, is one of the most remarkable achievements of Prussian Rhine Romanticism. 

After he commissioned the famous architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel with the reconstruction, work began in 1836 according to Schinkel's plans. In 1842, the inauguration was celebrated with a grand costume ball. Stolzenfels Castle was open to the public from this point on and has always been regarded as the epitome of Rhine Romanticism. Today, the beautiful, enchanted-looking palace complex, where you can experience the impressive residential culture of the 19th century, can be reached on foot via a serpentine path from the Stolzenfels district.

There are many different ways to get to Stolzenfels Castle. In addition to the practical bus connections, there are numerous exciting alternatives. For nature lovers, there are various hiking and cycling trails in the immediate vicinity of the castle. Examples include the Welterbesteig and the Rhine Cycle Path, which lead through the charming surroundings and offer breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley. The castle can also be combined with a river cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley.