Koblenz, Germany, in a nutshell

Koblenz and the Deutsches Eck where Rhine and Moselle meets. Above on the cliff the Fortress Ehrenbreitstein. The Kaiser Wilhelm I Memorial stands at the Deutsches Eck.

 

Koblenz celebrated its 2000 year history in 1992 - - it is an old fortified city bordered at two of its sides (seeing its former original triangle shape) by Rhine and Moselle rivers. Directly where Rhine River meets the Moselle River is one of its major attractions or landmarks located, the so-called German Corner (Deutsches Eck). On top of the hill at the Rhine shore the old fortress Ehrenbreitstein overlooks Koblenz and the German Corner. Emperor Kaiser Wilhelm I has his Memorial at the German Corner.

Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany and Old Town is still a must-see place for all visitors - - either stroll through the old narrow streets and discover the city on your own or book a guided tour which is available at the visitor center. Find visitor center info here: Koblenz, Germany, Visitor Info & Getting Around.

Our list with the top attractions in Koblenz can be found here: Highlights, 'Must-see', Top sights

Due to its location at the Rhine Koblenz is also an ideal starting point for Rhine River trips along the stretch of the river where you can discover a number of fortresses, castles, and palaces: Stolzenfels, Castle, Lahneck Castle, the Königsstuhl, Marksburg Castle, Boppard Castle, and of course the Loreley Rock in St. Goarshausen. Marksburg Castle is special with regard to the fact that it is the only clifftop castle on the Middle Rhine that is still good preserved and intact. It was build in the 14th centure and sits on a cliff overlooking the town of Braubach (12 kilometres from Koblenz)

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Historical background information can be found on Wikipedia: Koblenz