Location: Koblenz
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The 10 Best Things to do in Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate
Koblenz (German: [ˈkoːblɛnts] ( listen); French: Coblence), spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city situated on both banks of the Rhine where it is joined by the Moselle.
Restaurants in Koblenz
1. Basilica of St. Castor
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4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By TheRealGelatoGirl - Germany, null
Just a couple of steps away from the “German Corner”. Great gardens with gorgeous flowers. A pity the church was closed, worth coming back to see the inside.
2. Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
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4.5 based on 2,102 reviews
Reviewed By pdlglosuk - Churchdown, United Kingdom
Walked past this on my way back from the cable car to my cruise ship in Koblenz on Monday. This is an amazing spot to stop and see where the Moselle flows into the Rhine and it also has an impressive statue of Kaiser Wilhelm II. You can walk up to various levels inside the monument and would probably have the most impressive views of German Corner or Deutsches Ecke without doing the cable car ride. The emblems of all the regions of Germany are also impressive to look at. This area of Koblenz is free to look at.
3. VFF Wehrtechnische Studiensammlung Koblenz
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4.5 based on 164 reviews
The Scientific Collection of Defence Engineering Specimens (WTS) in Koblenz is a collection focusing on military technology. The WTS is open every day from 09:30 to 16:30. It is closed from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day and on Rosenmontag (Carnival Monday). Entrance: 3.00 EUR (Free for soldiers, members of the Federal Defence Administration who own a Bundeswehr ID card and members of the Friends' Association (VFF) of the WTS. Your own identity card or equivalent official proof of identity must be presented upon entry.
Reviewed By samuelwolfcom - Riga, Latvia
The largest collection of war technology I’ve seen, much better and bigger than, for example, the Saigon war museum. Reserve enough time and don’t go hungry or thirsty - there are no services or cafe.
4. Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
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4.5 based on 1,391 reviews
Reviewed By enwagj - Phoenix, United States
This was a Viking cruise tour we took. The guide was costumed who takes on the persona of John Humfrey, a Lieutenant colonel in the British Corps of Royal Engineers, who guided us through the excellent examples of Prussian military fortifications. The fortress is on the opposite side of the Rhine from Koblenz where the ship is docked. We took a bus ride through the town of Koblenz up to the Fortress, where we were met by our guide. His dress was most impressive & his personality shone through, as he guided us through the immense fortress, often engaging us as fellow "actors". He told us everything necessary about the fortress & we highly recommend taking his tour. It's amazing to see the fortress from below & then, upon arriving, you see green grass, as the fortress is built beneath the earth we are standing on. After the tour, we took the gondola ride across the Rhine, where we boarded our bus for the ride back to the ship, the Viking Hlin, which we also highly recommend! Both the gondola and the fortress offer great views of the surrounding area, to include the river, France across the river & the massive statue of Kaiser Wilhelm in the Deutsches Eck. Most wonderful guided tour we took part of.
5. Mosel Radweg
6. Schloss Stolzenfels
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4.5 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By 170anonymous - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Well arranged tour in Covid times. Beautiful castle with gardens. Beautiful views. Parking down the hil is for free just show your ticket at the kiosk and you get a coin to arrange your departure from the parking lot.
7. Historiensaule
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4.5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By retireeVancouver - Vancouver, Canada
In 1992, the sculptor, Jurgen Weber, created this history column to celebrate Koblenz's 2000 year anniversary. The bronze sculpture is cleverly executed with 3-D figures in 10 scenes representing an important event in Koblenz since Roman time. Most impressive is its first scene in which a Roman galley boat filled with wine barrels is rowed by slaves. The boat almost floats in the super large basin. The boat is the fountain as there is water pouring out of the mouths of Father Rhine and Mother Moselle attached to the side of the boat, from the barrel spouts, and even from the boat itself. All provide the sound of gushing water. That part is the prettiest, too, as the dominant figures, the boat, the oars, and the barrels have turned turquoise. The other 9 historical scenes which are atop the boat are much smaller, darker, and are circular. The top scenes show the destruction of Koblenz from the 1944 bombing raids and the rebirth of the city from those flames. Detour from a visit to the city hall and its Schangel Fountain to see this incredible work of art in Josef Gorres Platz. This fountain and historical column can be photographed from all sides.
8. Cablecar Koblenz
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4.5 based on 1,436 reviews
Koblenz Cable Car - a very special experience Hover over the Rhine in the Cable Car and discover the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Experience the unique views over a city with a tradition stretching back over 2000 years where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Enjoy the spectacular Cable Car journey and take a stroll through the beautiful fortress grounds to discover the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress with its wonderfull exhibitions and events. We look forward to welcoming you!
Reviewed By DanC958 - Tucson, United States
The ride across was fantastic. Be ready to take pics because it is a short trip. Head left to a nice observation area looking down the Rhine. Next there is an exercise park and then a putt putt golf course and great kids climbing park with bridges and slides. Continue around the loop to the fortress entrance. Very interesting although most of the museum is german-only signage. Views from the wall facing town are awesome and there is a bier garden and snack bar there. Great 3 hour excursion!
9. Schangelbrunnen
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4.0 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By JoeNathan9249 - Saint Paul, United States
Unusual, distinctive and fun. Be careful where you stand or you may get wet when the little boy sprays water. You can ask directions and should be able to find this. We were fortunate to see it as part of a group guided tour. Kids will enjoy this.
10. Kurfurstliches Schloss
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4.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By RenateV169 - Hartbeesfontein, South Africa
The palace is situated on the banks of the river and offers beautiful views over the river. I only enjoyed the view from the garden but I can imagine that they are even more beautiful from the higher floors of the palace. I am not sure if the public can get to the higher floors though It was badly damaged by bombing in 1944, but was rebuilt in 1951 and its facade was restored according to the original 18th century designs. The garden in itself is enough reason to go there. Beautifully laid out and neatly kept. Absolutely worthwhile to see
