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Rüdesheim

Rüdesheim

Rudesheim

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Rüdesheim am Rhein is a charming wine-making town in the Rheingau region of Hesse, Germany, known for its picturesque setting along the Rhine River. This small yet vibrant town is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Rüdesheim is celebrated for its beautifully preserved medieval streets, traditional half-timbered houses, and, most notably, its renowned Riesling wines.

 

A major attraction in Rüdesheim is the Drosselgasse, a narrow, cobblestone street lined with wine taverns, shops, and restaurants, bustling with lively music and the cheerful ambiance of the Rheingau. The town is also home to historical sites such as the Brömserburg Castle, one of the oldest castles in the region, and the Niederwalddenkmal, a monument commemorating German unification.

 

Visitors to Rüdesheim can enjoy scenic river cruises on the Rhine, explore local vineyards, and participate in wine tastings. The town’s unique blend of historical charm, stunning landscapes, and rich wine culture makes it a popular destination for tourists seeking a quintessential German experience.

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Drosselgasse and old town

Drosselgasse and old town

The Drosselgasse is the heart of our old town – here you will be greeted with „GUDE“! The place for Rüdesheimers and guests from all over the world. Let the music play! Cheerful and classical – romantic and groovy … the whole day.
Rüdesheimer noble courts

Rüdesheimer noble courts

On the Oberstrasse street, there are a number of beautiful old courts from different cultural epochs: the Frankensteiner Hof, the Ritter‘sche Hof and the Bassenheimer Hof. Undoubtedly the most beautiful of all the Rüdesheim noble courts on the Oberstrasse is the Brömserhof, built in 1292. The Gothic chapel and the ancestral hall with magnificent frescoes in the former seat of the old Rüdesheim Brömser family are still an impressive sight. Today, the Brömserhof is home to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.
Höllengasse and Rhine terrace in Assmannshausen

Höllengasse and Rhine terrace in Assmannshausen

The night is not just for sleeping! Although we aim to make sure you have a comfortable night’s sleep, Assmannshausen also offers a wide range of evening entertainment and a lively atmosphere. Cosy cellar pubs and wine bars, rhythmic dance bars and inns with a great ambiance where you can experience the typical Rhenish conviviality make the nights pass quickly. Enjoyable hours on the sunny side of the Rhine! Shady leafy terraces form part of a perfect day visiting Assmannshausen. Tasty regional cuisine and dishes for connoisseurs, accompanied by full-bodied Assmannshausen pinot noir wines, help you to feel a carefree sense of wellbeing with a view of the magical scenery of the Rhine.
Ruin Ehrenfels

Ruin Ehrenfels

The complex, constructed at the beginning of the 13th century by order of the Archbishop of Mainz Siegfried II von Eppstein, bears the typical features of late mediaeval castle architecture, whereby the dimensions of the shield walls and flanking towers stand out. The wall soars around 20 metres into the air, while the flanking round towers measure a proud 33 metres. Today’s ruin is famous for having held the Cathedral Treasures of Mainz in 1374 as well as the election of the Archbishop of Mainz, Konrad II. Together with the so-called “Mouse Tower”, Ehrenfels Castle formed an important ensemble of toll buildings and served to control Rhine navigation at “Binger Loch”. In the course of the Palatine War of Succession in 1689, the striking shield wall castle was finally destroyed. Today, the ruin of the twin-towered complex can be visited from the outside; the Rheinsteig trail runs not far from the complex.

Eberbach Monastery

RÜDESHEIM and the castles of the Middle Rhine Valley GERMANY

Welcome to one of Germany’s most unique treasures: The Rhine Gorge (Upper Middle Rhine Valley)! It is a landscape of beautiful villages, vineyards and castles, which is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site! It is a culturally and historically very interesting region in Germany. The town of Rüdesheim is well known and is admired for its wines, beautiful houses and the famous Drosselgasse. The Drosselgasse is a very picturesque alley that is considered the most popular spot in the town of Rüdesheim. The whole region is famous for its wines: Federweißer, Riesling and Eiswein. A must is a visit to the vineyards above Rüdesheim; a great place for a hike. At the very top of the hills is this massive monument called the Niederwalddenkmal. It was built after the founding of the German Empire. From the Niederwalddenkmal you can also enjoy a magnificent view over Rüdesheim, the Rhine and the surrounding vineyards. Staying in this region for a few days is definitely worth it, as there are plenty of castles and palaces on both sides of the Rhine. There are around 30 castles, so plenty of medieval sites to visit! Castles worth visiting are Burg Sooneck, Rheinstein, Pfalzgrafenstein and Rheinfels. The latter is a fairly large castle right at the top of this beautiful village of St. Goar. It’s perfect to just combine the two: first visit Rheinfels Castle and then stroll through the village’s streets. St. Goar is considered to be less touristy, but is a lovely traditional German village. All in all, despite its historic history, this region is not overly touristy, certainly because there are plenty of castles to visit!

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