Travel Tips and Information 2020 THE TOP SIGHTS You must have seen them!

10 World famous: Where father meets mother . TOP 1

2 11 CABLE CAR TOP Hovering over the Rhine and the UNESCO-World Heritage Site.

13 CULTURAL CENTRE TOP 3 CONTENT 08 24 hours in Koblenz 18 Stolzenfels Castle 32 Museums and Theatre 46 Kids and family 10 Deutsches Eck 20 The „New Centre“ 36 Boat Trips 50 Region 11 Cable Car Koblenz 21 Romanticum 38 Wine City Koblenz 56 Events 13 Ehrenbreitstein Fortress 22 Public Tours 42 Wine tours with tastings 60 KoblenzCard Cultural Centre 24 Tours | Christmas Market 44 Shopping City 61 Tourist-Information with Koblenz State Museum 28 Living History 45 Gastronomy 62 City Map

2 3 18 STOLZENFELS 5 CASTLE TOP The epitome of Rhine Romanticism.

SCHÄNGELBRUNNEN 4 A monument to the Rhenish way TOP of life.

OLD TOWN Romantic lanes, cosy squares, 6 picturesque courtyards. TOP

8 7 TOP ROMANTICUM TOP IN FORUM CONFLUENTES Experience exhibition ELECTORAL PALACE Where princes and kings once resided.

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RHINE PROMENADES BASILICA OF ST CASTOR 10 Strolling like in times. and kings have met here. TOP

4 5 e are You’reBES Wlooking KOWELENZ… KOWELENZ! It is not only those who were born in the place known forward locally as ‘Kowelenz’ who feel it, but also all those who want to visit and get to know Koblenz.

to seeing It is the lust for life of the Rhinelanders, paired with 2,000 years of varied history, surrounded by the beautiful river you! valleys, romantic villages, castles, palaces, steep vineyards and deep forests that make Koblenz so unique. The city has been shaped by Romans, who once established the ‘Castellum apud confluentes’ and thus left the name ‘Confluentes’ in the city name of ‘Koblenz’ to mark the of the Rhine and Mosel, the , the electors and bishops of , the French and the Prussians. We can say with pride that Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in . Buildings such as the Electoral Palace, the Basilica of St Castor and the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, which can nowadays be easily con- quered with the cable car, allow every visitor to experience the history of the city up close.

In Koblenz, it is not only history that is brought to life. Life there is also legendary. People meet at the numerous events, chat on extensive walks through the beautiful Rhine prome- nades, enjoy amazing cable car trips to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre and indulge in Rhenish and international food with a drop of good wine in the picturesque squares of the old town.

YOUR STAY! And share in our infectious joie de vivre!

BUT ABOVE ALL: TAKE SOME BEAUTI- FUL MEMORIES AWAY WITH YOU!

6 7 TIP: Conquer Ehrenbreitstein Fortress by cable car - A DREAM COME TRUE: Save with a Combined Ticket! Enjoy even more views? YOUR PERFECT DAY. Cabin no. 17 has a glass floor! GOOODE! 24 hours in ‘Kowelenz’ Loads of culture. Loads of history. Loads of fun! The early bird catches the worm ... The EHRENBREITSTEIN FORTRESS CULTURAL 2.30 CENTRE is the crown atop a rocky spur 118 m Start your day fortified by a delicious breakfast in a chic coffee p.m. house or the little cafe around the corner. above the Rhine. Anyone wishing to learn more about the rich history of the location and the Tour time! impressive can, for instance, join Every day at 10.30 a.m. from April to October, the ‘Stops in the Fortress’ History’ tour, where 10.30 the OLD-TOWN TOUR through Koblenz explorers can get to know the story behind the a.m. starts at the Tourist-Information in Forum landmark on their own, with an audio guide or as Confluentes. In German. part of an open tour group. In English at 3 p.m. on Saturdays! TIP: TIP: The STATE MUSEUM OF KOBLENZ within the Or do you fancy a morning stroll through picturesque alleyways? fortress displays exciting permanent and tem- Want to do a bit of shopping? Then you’re in the right place! porary exhibitions in its four exhibition buildings. Two large shopping centres and many specialist shops, such as ‘Ravensburger Game Worlds’ 05. Apr.– 01. Nov. those on Löhrstrasse and Schlossstrasse, are waiting for you. And if all that knowledge gives you an appetite, you can then enjoy homemade cakes and refresh- ments – on what is probably the most beautiful Lunch is served! terrace in Koblenz, with a dreamy view of Koblenz Honestly, it’s a hard choice. Regional cuisine? and Deutsches Eck. Old-town hospitality? A meal by the Rhine 1 p.m. or the Mosel? International? We have all the culinary delights – The perfect end to a wonderful day you have the choice! A wide range of events take place at the fortress. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to hear some 6 p.m. musical delights after a spectacular sunset. Up, up and away! Save with a Combined Ticket! If not, head back with the cable car ... the jour- ney down is also something to look forward to. It’s quite literally one of our absolute highlights: 2 p.m. Because Koblenz has amazing things to offer all the CABLE CAR. It doesn’t get any better than evening. Lovely restaurants and wine bars in the this! You float above the Rhine in one of 16 old town, al fresco dining in summer, delicious ice panoramic cable cars, view the UNESCO-World cream and specialities from around the world. Heritage Site of the from the most beautiful perspective, and arrive at the fortress in And most important: our Rhenish way of life, seven minutes. which encourages enjoyment and comfort.

8 9 The best-known sight in all of Koblenz ...

DEUTSCHES ECK 1 OUR CABLE CAR 3 There is arguably nothing more beautiful in Koblenz than ... Come fly with us! finding a spot at the tip of Deutsches Eck and enjoying the view of the two rivers, Father Rhine and Mother Mosel, From Deutsches Eck up to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress that flow together at this point. Cultural Centre and the Koblenz State Museum. Historically, the pointed construction with the stone cross No visit to Koblenz is complete without a cable car trip. right behind the Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial was named The 850-metre cable car trip over the Rhine lasts around seven ‘Deutsches Eck’ (German Corner) in 1216 due to the commandry minutes. The Koblenz cable car has 100% barrier-free access of the there. The headland known today as and can transport up to 7,600 passengers per hour in both Deutsches Eck with the memorial was added in the 19th century. directions. The highlight, the Kaiser Wilhelm memorial weighing over 60 metric tons, shows the first emperor of the new German Get a bird’s-eye view of the UNESCO- World Heritage Site empire, Kaiser Wilhelm I (1797–1888). Upper Valley from one of our panoramic cabins. After it was destroyed in World War II, it was declared a me- It is just as breathtaking the second, third or even fourth time! morial of German unity from 1953 to 1990. Following the fall of the Wall, the gigantic equestrian statue was recon- Once you arrive at the top, there is plenty to discover, experi- structed and returned to its rightful place thanks to citizens’ ence and capture: a walk through the wonderful fortress park initiatives and, ultimately, a private donation. (Festungspark), a great climbing playground, an adventure golf course and, of course, a must-do activity: visiting the TIP: The imposing head of the old memorial statue can still be imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre. viewed in the Middle Rhine Museum, Forum Confluentes. The Deutschherrenhaus behind it has housed the Ludwig CABLE CAR RETURN TRIP Museum, focusing on post-war French art, since 1992. Via the historic Blumenhof park, you reach the Basilica of St Castor, the Adults €11 most tradition-rich church in Koblenz. Built between 817 Children (ages 7 – 17) €5 and 836, it is an excellent example of Roman architecture in the Middle Rhine region. It was an important meeting point *Family ticket €25 for emperors and kings. *(2 adults and up to 4 children)

10 11 ONE-DAY COMBINED TICKET 2 ‘Cable car – Fortress – Cable car’ EHRENBREITSTEIN The combined ticket includes entry to the Ehrenbreitstein FORTRESS Fortress Cultural Centre, including the exhibition halls, as well CULTURAL CENTRE as the cable car journey there and back. WE HAVE CULTURE, WE HAVE HISTORY, YOU HAVE FUN! SAVE WITH A COMBO

Cable Car Koblenz & Ehrenbreitstein Fortress © Lufthelden Adults €14.80 www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Children (ages 7 – 17) €6.60 The Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the rocky spur high above the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers has a magical *Family €31 attraction. *(2 adults and up to 4 children) As long ago as 3,000 years in the past, people used the SEASONAL AND JOURNEY TIMES mountain as a place of refuge. Built by the Prussians, the Koblenz cable car 2020: (daily) construction was once one of Europe’s biggest fortresses: the 29 Feb. 2020 to 03 Apr. 2020 9.30 a.m. to at least 5.30 pm image of the vast complex is still characterised by walls metres thick, trenches, tunnels, bridges and gateways. 04 Apr. 2020 to 01. Nov. 2020 9.30 a.m. to at least 7 p.m. It is not only a lively, modern cultural centre with exciting *28 Nov. 2020 to 03. Jan. 2021 9.30 a.m. to at least 5.30 pm history and a plethora of events that awaits you, but also *(except on 24, 25 and 31 Dez.) culinary delights, as well as a stunning panoramic vista of the Skyglide Event Deutschland GmbH Telephone: +49 (0)261/201 65 85-0 Rhine and Mosel rivers. Koblenz Cable Car office Email: [email protected] Rheinstraße 6 • 56068 Koblenz Internet: www.seilbahn-koblenz.de MILESTONES OF FORTRESS HISTORY Conquer the fortress: The ‘Milestones of fortress’ history’ experience route starts right next to the main entrance. Follow the paths once pat- rolled by Prussian soldiers, past realistic scenes of years gone by, deep into the multimedia excavation. High above on the A HOP, SHIP, SKIP AND A JUMP Fahnenturm tower, the viewing platform offers a spectacular ONLY 19.90 € Discover Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and Koblenz in validity: one day vista. cable cars, with the inclined lift and by ferry. TIP Walk through the fortress with the audio guide and hear its informative whispers at over 40 locations. The audio guide is available in German, English, French and Dutch!

12 13 KOBLENZ STATE MUSEUM SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS 2020: IN THE FORTRESS 21 March to 5 July 2020 CULTURAL AND ECONOMIC HISTORY, Max Jacoby – PHOTOGRAPHY AND ENJOYMENT the Life and Work of a Jewish Photographer To celebrate the 100th birthday of Jewish photographer Max Jacoby, a native of Koblenz, the State Museum, in cooperation with the Koblenz Archi- ves, is holding an exhibition with work from his extensive estate. www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 5 April to 1 November 2020 The Koblenz State Museum is a regional cultural history Ravensburger Game Worlds – museum with four exhibition halls in Ehrenbreitstein Experience Fascinating Things Fortress Cultural Centre. Together. The oldest exhibit can be found in the House of Archaeology. The Ravensburger Game Worlds exhi- Together with the Koblenz regional archaeology association, bition invites families on an interactive the State Museum presents a permanent exhibition there journey into the world of games, puzz- featuring traces of prehistoric and early-history human life in les and books. Spread across 1,200 the Middle Rhine and Mosel region. square metres, everyone is most wel- come to get involved. Look forward to The permanent exhibition on the cultural history of photography playing together, exploring and trying in the House of Photography provides an overview of the things out. history of the medium up to the present day. You can get to know the ‘WeinReich Rheinland-Pfalz’ in the TIP House of Indulgence. There, you can taste wines selected Make sure you don’t miss the following highlights when each month together with expert explanatory notes from visiting the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre. wine ambassadors. ‘Greif’ ornamental cannon House of Indulgence As well as exhibitions for children and families on popular sub- ‘3,000 years as a fortified location’ jects, the House of Cultural History also shows the exhibition multimedia presentation ‘vorZEITEN – Archäologische Schätze an Rhein und Mosel’ View from the upper fortress courtyard (archaeological treasures by the Rhine and Mosel). Living-history features such as ‘The Humfrey File’, an English-language group tour led by an actor.

14 15 OPENING TIMES OF THE FORTRESS

April– Daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (6 p.m. to midnight October generally free access to the grounds and restaurant)

November– Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (5 p.m. to midnight March generally free access to the grounds and restaurant) Closed on 24 and 31 December

GETTING THERE IS EASY: WITH THE CABLE CAR: GASTRONOMY IN THE FORTRESS Journey times: www.seilbahn-koblenz.de The Restaurant Casino in Ehrenbreitstein Fortress offers a Save with a Combined Ticket! wonderful view and a modern twist on Prussian cuisine. Cable car – Fortress – Cable car The cosy beer garden in the upper castle courtyard is worth stopping by in summer. WITH THE INCLINED LIFT: Comfortable, barrier-free travel from the Information on Ehrenbreitstein district to the fortress. www.cafehahn.de and www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Inclined lift journey times: Telephone: +49 (0)261 6675 2000 daily 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. TIP: Use the RingTicket.

OVERNIGHT STAYS Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre admissions AT EHRENBREITSTEIN FORTRESS Adults €7 Children (ages 7 – 17) €3.50 Koblenz youth hostel in the historic fortress with a view over the Rhine-Mosel valley. Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) €15

Information on ONE-DAY COMBINED TICKET [email protected] ‘Cable car – Fortress – Cable car’ Telephone: +49 (0)261 972 870 The combined ticket includes entry to the fortress as well as two cable car journeys and free access to the facilities of the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre. GOOD TO KNOW: BARRIER-FREE Adults €14.80 Children (ages 7 – 17) €6.60 The Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre offers a level of Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) €31 disabled access that is rarely achieved in historical constructions. This not only benefits disabled visitors, but also those with ADDRESS impaired senses or other forms of reduced mobility (e.g. the Festung Ehrenbreitstein Telephone: +49 (0) 261/ 6675-4000 Greiffenklaustraße [email protected] elderly or families with pushchairs). 56077 Koblenz www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

16 17 STOLZENFELS 4 CASTLE The most beautiful piece of Prussian Rhine romanticism architecture! The summer residence of Frederick William IV of , built on the basis of plans by Karl Friedrich Schinkel, is located just a few kilometres away from the centre of Koblenz. On the inside, important murals and original furnishings await you.

Not to be missed: the castle garden with a captivating pergola garden and the landscape park designed by Peter Joseph Lenné. Opening times February to 14 March + November: Sat., Sun. and public holidays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 15 March to October: Tue. to Sun. and public holidays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. January + December: closed

TIP: Enjoy the concerts and readings in summer. Don't miss the Summer festival at Stolzenfels Castle!

NEW: Discover the castle park with the Lenné app.

Schloss Stolzenfels 56075 Koblenz · Telephone: +49 (0)261/ 51656 www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

18 19 THE ‘NEW CENTRE’ 10 At the heart of the city centre, in what was once a rather dull and grey central square, there are now two imposing modern buildings.

Forum Mittelrhein offers pure shopping pleasure, while the spectacular glass cultural construction next to it is Forum ROMANTICUM Confluentes. This is the impressive, exciting home to the Middle Rhine Museum, the modern city library, the tourist KOBLENZ information centre and the Romanticum museum. The Romanticum is a multimedia At the very top, the roof terrace offers an incredible view. exhibition experience with over 70 in- The trip in the glass lift costs €1. teractive stations in an area of approx. 800 m² in Forum Confluentes. This exhibition is different. Here, sofas speak to the visitors, armchairs read poems, headlights tell tales and cameras reveal the histories of castles and MIDDLE RHINE MUSEUM palaces. A playful way to get to know the Permanent exhibition on the first floor and mythical history of the Rhine at over 70 temporary exhibitions on the lower floor. interactive stations. Open 356 days a year ROMANTICUM KOBLENZ daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. The interactive, multimedia permanent www.romanticum.de exhibition on Rhine romanticism.

TOURIST-INFORMATION Gather information As well as personal tips on Koblenz and for your own journey at the region, there is also a souvenir shop, www.mein-romanticum.de/ABCDEF wine lounge, large ticketing section and the Romanticum! All you need ticket desk for Koblenz theatre. TIP: is your entry ticket. www.mein-romanticum.de/ABCDEF CITY LIBRARY The perfect place for reading, learning, researching and meeting friends.

BISTRO FORUM CONFLUENTES

20 21 PUBLIC TOURS

Want to find out about the most important historical events and the unique stories of the city?

No problem, because anyone who goes on one of the public tours will definitely be able to impress with their knowledge of a city with great history.

... DAILY in German from April to October!

TIP: SATURDAYS 3.00 p.m. GUIDED TOUR in English! Romantic Old Town Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Discover the city of Koblenz on a tour through the old town. 5,000 years of history at Ehrenbreitstein. Experience how an Get to know the romantic streets between the Liebfrauenkirche attack on the fortress and its defences would have looked and (Church of Our Lady) and the St. Castor Basilica. Discover the how the soldiers lived there with a guided tour and presentation many other picturesque squares, the Schängelbrunnen fountain in German on the ‘original sites’. at the city hall, the Kaiser Wilhelm memorial at Deutsches Eck and the many other sights in one of the oldest and most TIP: Use the audio guide, beautiful cities in Germany. which is also available in English!

DATES: 04 April–01 November DATES: April–October IN GERMAN, Saturday and Sunday DAILY IN GERMAN, 10.30 a.m., approx. two hours 11 a.m., approx. one hour SATURDAYS: 3.00 p.m. GUIDED TOUR in English! PRICE: Adult €5 PRICE: Adult €8 (plus fortress entry) TICKETS: Tourist-Information Forum Confluentes TICKETS: from the guide STARTING POINT: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress TIP: Christmas walking tour: in English, page 27 building entrance

22 23 CITY GROUP TOURS ON THE Do you want to experience Koblenz by night? NIGHT WATCH Or are you interested in stories about winegrowing? GROUP TOUR We will be happy to answer any questions you may have Out and about with a Koblenz night watchman. about your planned city tour. A number of interesting and varied In times gone by, ten night watchmen ensured the guided tours illuminate the most diverse facets of the city, safety of the citizens of Koblenz each night. the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and Stolzenfels Castle. You can accompany one of them on their patrol through the area around the Liebfrauenkirche WANT TO KNOW MORE? (Church of Our Lady). WE WILL BE HAPPY TO HELP… Get to know Koblenz as it was in 1870, as well as its history and stories. YOUR CONTACT Duration: approx. 1,5 hours Stefan Ohlwein Phone: +49 (0)261 / 30388-14 Price: €140 per group Fax: 0261 /30388-99 Email: [email protected] Group-Booking: Tel: +49 (0)261 / 30388-14 OLD TOWN EXPRESS KOBLENZ The relaxed city tour takes you around 4 kilometers through Koblenz, past the outstanding sightseeing attractions.

Tickets: Tourist-Information, Forum Confluentes

24 25 CHRISTMAS TOUR PUBLIC TOUR IN ENGLISH rr maarrkkeett Sevenm tranquil Koblenz old town squares, over 100 festive and glittering Christmas houses - plus gingerbread hearts and bright lights:

Explore the romantic Koblenz old town at Christmas with Germany’s oldest city turns into a strolling paradise for an experienced guide and follow the ‘Herrnhuter Stern’. romantics at Christmas time. The Christmas market is located in historical squares in the middle of the old town. Hear Christmas stories and gain an Koblenz expects over 300,000 visitors insight into the exciting history of the city, from the Schängel from around the world to view its original attractions Fountain to Deutsches Eck. in a special atmosphere: an Advent calendar in the 24 dormers of the baroque town hall, a cappella choirs DATES: 21 and 28 Nov., and 5, 12 und 19 Dec. 2020 singing Christmas songs from around the world - Time Saturdays, 4 p.m., approx. two hours and historic stagecoach rides. MEETING POINT: Tourist-Information, Forum Confluentes PRICE: €8 for adults €4 for children aged up to 12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Booking and registration at the Tourist-Information in Forum Confluentes in the central square. GROUP TOURS can also be booked!

26 27 EHRENBREITSTEIN What went on behind the huge walls of the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in days gone by? FORTRESS CULTURAL CENTRE Take one of the informative and eventful LIVING HISTORY! tours and find out for yourself!

ALL DATES: www.tor-zum-welterbe.de REGISTRATION: By telephone (+49 (0)261 6675 4000) or email

Moving theatre Tour The Humfrey File The Fortress Gunner Delve into the year 1830 and Gunfire rings out from the fortress spy on the Prussian fortress when the fortress gunner fires off with the English Royal Engineers’ a salute. The ‘chief pyrotechnician’ Officer. presents weapons and equipment DATES: May–October and impressively demonstrates the Various dates, weapons technology. in German DATES: April–October Sat. and Sun., 2.30 p.m. Generally Sundays, PRICE: Adult €7.50 in German, 3 p.m. Young person €5 PRICE: included in fortress entry (plus fortress entry) Booking not required GROUP TOUR BOOKABLE IN ENGLISH

Moving theatre Tour The Eternal Soldier Tour in a tunic: ‘I am nothing more than a memory how the Prussians lived that doesn’t want to die’, says the Through the barracks, detention eternal soldier high on the cliffs cells and guardhouse to the ‘bomb- above the Rhine and Mosel. safe privy’ – stories from the bygone lives of Prussians. DATES: May–October DATES: April–October Various dates, Generally Sundays, in German in German Sat. and Sun., 2.30 p.m. 12 p.m. PRICE: Adult €2.50 PRICE: Adult €9 Concessions €1 Young person €6 (plus fortress entry) (plus fortress entry) Booking not required

28 29 Living-history Tour with Gunsmith’s workshop memory training How do historical weapons work A memory-ial tour in the fortress. and what did the weaponry of Elements of holistic memory armed forces in those days look training are combined with the like? In this ‘living’ workshop, historical reality of Ehrenbreitstein weapons that are otherwise only Fortress on this tour. exhibited in glass cases are put back into action.

DATES: April–October DATES: April–August Generally Saturdays, Various dates, in German in German 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 3.30 p.m., approx. 90 minutes PRICE: included in fortress entry PRICE: Adult €7.00 Booking not required (plus fortress entry) Registration: Tel.: +49 (0)261 9624 0477 Email: [email protected]

ALL DATES: Registration: Telephone: +49 (0)261 6675 4000 or www.tor-zum-welterbe.de email: [email protected] KOBLENZ TIMELINE 2002 1688 1798 The Rhine Gorge Bombing during Koblenz is 1939-45 from Bingen/ 1018 the Nine Years’ made the The city centre is Rüdesheim to 2017 Around 9 BC Holy Roman War, recons- capital of the 87% destroyed Koblenz is made 200 years Establishment Emperor Henry II truction with French Rhône in World War II a UNESCO World of Koblenz of the Roman gifts Koblenz to the characteristic and Heritage Site as a fortress ‘Confluentes’ Archbishop of Trier cityscape departments city

Fifth century Around 1520 1786 1815-34 1947-51 2011 Koblenz turns The expansion of Elector Clemens Koblenz becomes Koblenz is the Federal Franconian; first Ehrenbreitstein Wenceslaus of part of Prussia; state capital of Horticultural Christian churches Castle into a Saxony moves construction of the - Show fortress begins into his residential Prussian Koblenz Palatinate palace in Koblenz and Ehrenbreitstein fortresses

30 31 Koblenz – a city with culture in its heart! Anyone who has been to Koblenz can confirm that without a MUSEUMS AND shadow of a doubt. Not only the countless museums, but also THEATRE the city theatre, which is the oldest remaining example of a balcony theatre in Germany, are definitely worth a visit.

Cellar Museum Koblenz DB Museum Deinhard History of German An exciting journey through railways with exhibits. time at the Cellar Museum in the Schönbornsluster Straße 3 original Deinhard building. 56070 Koblenz-Lützel Tel.: +49 (0)261-3961339 Deinhardplatz 3 · 56068 Koblenz www.dbmuseum-koblenz.de Tel.: +49 (0)261-9115150 Email: [email protected] www.deinhard.de

Koblenz State Museum Koblenz Ludwig Museum in the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Post-war art and international Centre – attractive permanent and exhibitions of contemporary art. temporary exhibitions focusing on Danziger Freiheit 1 (near „Deutschen Eck“) photography, archaeology, winegro- 56068 Koblenz wing and culinary indulgence, as well Tel.: +49 (0)261-304040 www.ludwigmuseum.org as economic and cultural history. Festung Ehrenbreitstein, 56077 Koblenz Tel.: +49 (0)261/6675-0 und 6675-4000 www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

Koblenz Middle Rhine Mosellum Museum Experience – Fishway Koblenz The Koblenz Middle Rhine Museum Discover the kingdom of migratory started from a citizens’ foundation fish Mosel barrage. and brings together over 2,000 Moselstaustufe years of art and cultural history. Pastor-Klein-Straße 56068 Koblenz Forum Confluentes Tel.: +49 (0)261-95234030 Zentralplatz, 56068 Koblenz www.mosellum.rlp.de Tel.: +49 (0)261-1292520 www.mittelrhein-museum.de

32 33 Mutter-Beethoven-Haus Rhenish carnival museum The birthplace of Maria Magdalena Tower of Fort Constantin. Keverich, Beethoven’s mother. Simmerner Straße Wambachstraße 204 56075 Koblenz 56077 Koblenz Tel.: +49 (0)261-43291 Tel.: +49 (0)261-1292511 www.fastnachtsmuseum-koblenz.de www.mittelrhein-museum.de/mutterbh.html

Koblenz Rhine Museum Romanticum 2,000 m² covering cultural history experience exhibition – and shipping on the Rhine. The multimedia journey through the Charlottenstraße 53 a Rhine UNESCO World Heritage Site 56077 Koblenz with over 70 interactive stations. Tel.: +49 (0)261-703450 www.rhein-museum.de Forum Confluentes Zentralplatz 1 56068 Koblenz Tel.: +49 (0)261-1291610 www.romanticum.de

Kulturfabrik Defence technology One of the most renowned study collection variety theatres in Germany. Technology, weapons and uniforms. Mayer-Alberti-Straße 11 Mayener Straße 87 56070 Koblenz 56070 Koblenz Tel.: +49 (0)261-85280 Tel.: +49 (0)261-4001423 www.kufa-koblenz.de www.bwb.org

Koblenz Theatre Heimatmuseum Güls Koblenz Theatre is a three-section www.heimatfreunde-guels.de theatre with ensembles for acting, musical theatre and ballet. Ortsmuseum Horchheim www.heimatfreunde-horchheim.de Clemensstraße 5 · 56068 Koblenz Tel.: +49 261-12928-40 oder 41 E-Mail: [email protected] Museum Moselweiß www.theater-koblenz.de www.museum.moselweiss.de

34 35 BOAT TRIPS TIP: Koblenz – a city on two rivers! Travel the Rhine Gorge with the historic Grasp an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and discover two paddle-wheel ship ‘Goethe’! different and unique landscapes on one boat trip on the Rhine The paddle-wheel ship ‘Goethe’ was built in 1913 and Mosel. and has been faithfully restored. It takes you from Koblenz to Rüdesheim and back. Enjoy the trip along the UNESCO World Heritage Site Upper Middle Rhine Valley, with countless castles along its banks. You can board and disembark at every KD jetty Or take in the inviting little towns and impressive vineyards along the route. right by the Mosel! All aboard from April to October DAILY There is sure to be something for everyone among the themed, (except special events) panoramic and round-trip tours! At 9 a.m. from Koblenz to Rüdesheim and back at 4.15 p.m.

36 37 ENJOY KOBLENZ WEINDORF: Lovers of wine are really spoiled for choice in Koblenz. Weindorf Koblenz was founded in 1925 on the occasion of The spectrum running from Riesling typical of the region the ‘Federal exhibition of German wine’. The exhibition to various types of red wine and from sophisticated brandies took place as part of the celebrations to mark the 1,000th to the finest liqueurs is enough to set the pulse of any con- anniversary of the Rhineland. For the exhibition, four buil- noisseur racing! You will find wine, a legacy of the Romans, dings in different styles recreating typical winegrower’s at Koblenz winegrowers, wine tastings at taverns or tours houses from German winegrowing regions were of the vineyards. constructed. 18. APRIL – Today, you can enjoy delicious food with local wine in one WEINFESTIVAL 27. JUNI 2020 KOBLENZ of the buildings or the peaceful courtyard. www.weindorf-koblenz.de weinfestival-koblenz.de

KOBLENZ WINEGROWERS Here you will find a list of all winegrowers, separated into city districts.

EHRENBREITSTEIN GÜLS Winery Göhlen Winery Hähn Owner Georg Schmidt Neustraße 2 Mühlental 33 · 56077 56072 Koblenz-Güls Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein Tel.: +49 (0)261-77322 Tel.: +49 (0)261-4 22 03 www.weingut-goehlen.de www.weinguthaehn.de

Winery Weinhaus Wagner Winery Lunnebach Mühlental 23 · 56077 Am Mühlbach 46 Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein 56072 Koblenz-Güls Tel.: +49 (0)261-73614 Tel.: +49 (0)261-44320 www.wein-wagner.de www.weingut-lunnebach.de

38 39 GÜLS

Winery Schwaab Winery Johannes Müller Owner Christof Schwaab Stauseestr. 22 In der Laach 93 56072 Koblenz-Güls 56072 Koblenz-Güls Tel.: +49 (0)261-42560 Tel.: +49 (0)261-4030840 www.weingutjmueller.de www.weinkeller-schwaab.de

Winery Toni Müller Winery Spurzem Am Mühlbach 96 Am Zehnthof 12 56072 Koblenz-Güls 56072 Koblenz-Güls Tel.: +49 (0)261-408808 Tel.: +49 (0)261-45864 www.weingut-toni-mueller.de www.weingut-spurzem.de

LAY MOSELWEISS Antoniushof Viticulture (Addi) Rolf Göbel Winery Toni Reif St.-Martin-Straße 40 56073 Koblenz-Lay Koblenzer Str. 29 Tel.: +49 (0)2606-502 56073 Koblenz-Moselweiß www.weinbauaddigoebel.de Tel.: +49 (0)261-46434 www.weingut-reif.de

Viticulture Rainer Kollmann Viticulture enterprise Kaufunger Straße 50 Josef Sauerborn 56073 Koblenz-Lay Koblenzer Str. 31 Tel.: +49 (0)2606-2472 56073 Koblenz-Moselweiß www.koblenzer-winzer.de/ Tel.: +49 (0)261-46432 kollmann www.weinbau-sauerborn.de

Winery Hans Mader Marienstätter Straße 8 56073 Koblenz-Lay Tel.: +49 (0)2606-2592 www.weingut-hans-mader.de

Winery Joachim Mader Kapellenstraße 23 56073 Koblenz-Lay Tel.: +49 (0)2606-2321 or 23 36 www.weinbau-mader.de

40 41 Marienbergtour – with wine tasting You can enjoy a wonderful view over the city WINE TOURS of Koblenz on the steep terraces. Then discover WITH WINE TASTING the character and enjoyment offered by the Around 50 hectares of vineyards are cultivated in the Koblenz wine from grapes grown there with a wine metropolitan area. Some winegrowers offer regular guided tasting in the winery. vineyard tours, cellar tours and wine tastings. APRIL TO OCTOBER in German Get inspired! Saturdays 4 p.m. | approx. 1.5 hours In English on request. Cellar tour and wine tasting In a unique atmosphere, experience a tour of Rock cellar tour – with wine tasting the modern tank cellar and traditional wooden- barrel cellar, as well as a wine tasting with The rock cellar tour takes you into the mining five wines, and learn a lot of informative and tunnels beneath the prime location of Marienberg useful facts about winegrowing. in Koblenz. The historic rock cellar from 1861 is a great location for wine experiences. ALL YEAR ROUND Daily with pre-booking, in German 5 p.m. | approx. 1.5 hours APRIL TO OCTOBER NOVEMBER TO MARCH Other times can be arranged. Saturdays 2 p.m. Saturdays 4 p.m. In English on request. approx. 1 hour | in German In English on request. Booking at Weingut Göhlen, owner Georg Schmidt, Mühlental 33 · 56077 Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein by Discovery tour – with wine tasting 7 p.m. the day before required! Tel.: +49 (0)261-77322 · [email protected] www.weingut-goehlen.de Discover the quality of steep-terrace wines from | TICKETS Koblenz. As well as a short visit to the stainless- steel and barrel cellar, you gain an insight into Cellar Museum Koblenz the historic rock cellar, a mining tunnel in Deinhard - Public introductory tour Marienberg, Koblenz. Get to taste a selection of If you want to get to know the Deinhard tradition four wines from the current range in the wine up close and personal, you can go on an exciting boutique. journey back in time in the cellar museum at the ALL YEAR ROUND original Deinhard building. Tour with a glass of Sekt. Monday to Friday except public holidays MAY TO OCTOBER in German 5 p.m. | approx. 40 minutes | in German Saturdays 5 p.m. | approx. one hour In English on request. Additional tours all year round and daily for groups of eight people or more can be arranged. In English on request. Weingut Schwaab | Booking required! In der Laach 93 · 56072 Koblenz Koblenzer Sektmuseum · Deindardplatz 3 · Tel.: +49 (0)261-4030840 · [email protected] 56068 Koblenz · E-Mail: [email protected]

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45 GASTRONOMY FORTRESS FOR FAMILIES Welcome to the family fortress! There is a lot to discover here – an adventure for the whole family.

Tip: Hire a special audio guide for children and discover the fortress on your own. The audio guide is available in German, English, French and Dutch! CHILDREN AND FAMILIES There is plenty on offer for younger guests in Koblenz, too – there’s something for everyone!

If you want a bit more action and fun, the fortress park offers a climbing playground and a new adventure golf course, opened in 2018, which is not only fun for kids. Hands-on experience area The Remstecken wildlife park is ‘Get in touch with history ... perfect for nature lovers. – grab the things usually kept behind glass!’ Looking to experience something exciting? How does an axe feel in your hand? How do you feel wearing Then delve into the kingdom of fish at ‘Mosellum’, interac- 12-kilogram Celtic chain mail? You can answer those tively experience the legends of the Rhine with all its stories questions by trying them out yourself! and fairy tales at ‘Romanticum’ or get a taste of culture at the theatre, which also offers something for younger viewers. Where: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre | House of Archaeology

OUR HIGHLIGHT Dates: April to November, generally first since the Federal Sunday of the month and on public Horticultural holidays; additional dates during school Show in 2011: holidays, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., in German Dates on: www.tor-zum-welterbe.de the exciting Price: included in fortress entry WATER PLAYPARK right behind Contact: Museumspädagogik des Landesmuseums Koblenz Deutsches Eck! Tel.: +49 (0)261 6675 1510 · [email protected]

46 47 YOUR EYES PEELED! FORTRESS PARK A treasure-hunting challenge in English through Large grassy areas are perfect for strolling in or rampaging the ‘Hidden Treasures’ exhibition. around. A multilevel viewing platform offers a wonderful view of the wide-ranging surroundings of the city of Koblenz. Have you ever looked at an object and thought it looked like a face, eyes or mouth? In the ‘Hidden Treasures’ exhibition, Climbing playground lots of pairs of eyes look back at you! With the help of the The Fort Bleidenberg climbing playground is located within the hunting sheet, you can find them. fortress park – an exercise-oriented experience area for children, It is available for free in the permanent exhibition in the youths and grown-ups. Play and climbing landscapes, huge House of Archaeology and is recommended for children of tree houses high in the air, an ‘endless climbing wall’ and a nursery and primary school age. climbing labyrinth, as well as swings and trampolines, are perfect for playing on or rampaging around. Where: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cultural Centre | Koblenz State Museum AdventureGolf The AdventureGolf course on the fortress park – right next to the big adventure playground – is a special new leisure-time activity in the Koblenz area. This fun game for the whole family Start GHOST is a mixture of minigolf and traditional golf played on special searching for artificial grass. Fun playing time is thus guaranteed! Willi, Fritzi and the hidden messages! PASSPORT In German. IN THE FORTRESS BIRD OF PREY TIP: A GHOSTLY PASSPORT! DEMONSTRATION If you want to take some more ghostly AT THE EHRENBREITSTEIN FORTRESS journeys, this ghostly passport is for you. Experience hawks, Harris Hawks and owls at their majestic Exciting puzzles await you at Fly over the Fortress. Learn exciting things from the falconers Stolzenfels Castle, Pfalzgrafenstein And the fascinating world of birds of prey. Castle, Sooneck Castle and DATES: April to October Bürresheim Castle. Generally Sat, Sun and public holidays If you collect the stamps from all the 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. castles, you can look forward to a PRICE: Adults € 4.00, children up to 12 years € 2.50, spooky prize. Children up to 4 years free

48 49 Palace DISCOVER THE REGION butterfly garden Visitors move between bananas, The surrounding region is just as varied as Koblenz itself. hibiscus and other tropical plants, Traces of millennia of dramatic history, impressive const- accompanied by one thousand and ructions, unspoilt nature, various leisure options, modern one butterflies. infrastructure and the hospitality of the local people make Distance: approx. 14 km from Koblenz for unbeatable variety – take the time to discover it! Internet: www.sayn.de

Marksburg Castle Castle With its towers, walls and gateways stands in the middle of high above , an attractive natural landscape in a Castle, built in the Middle Ages, is tributary valley of the Mosel. With the only hill castle in the Middle its unique architecture, it is the epi- Rhine region not to have ever been tome of a German knight’s castle. destroyed and is a must for lovers Distance: approx. 35 km from Koblenz of castles. Internet: www.burg-eltz.de Distance: approx. 14 km from Koblenz Internet: www.marksburg.de

Engers Palace Sooneck Castle A baroque summer residence A fairy-tale castle. In the 19th situated right by the Rhine. century, King Frederick William IV Distance: approx. 14 km from Koblenz of Prussia awakened the ruins of Internet: www.schloss-.de the castle from their deep sleep and rebuilt them as a hunting lodge. But the charm of a castle was retained. Distance: approx. 55 km from Koblenz Internet: www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

Sayn Palace Bürresheim Castle Neo-Gothic palace with important Once witness to Rhenish nobility, paintings and the Rhenish Bürresheim Castle was never cap- ornamental cast iron museum. tured and today impresses with a Distance: approx. 14 km from Koblenz colourful framework, creative oriels, Internet: www.sayn.de artistic paintings, opulent wallpape- ring and brightly coloured window panes. Distance: approx. 42 km from Koblenz Internet: www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

50 51 Volcano Park information Eifelmuseum and German centre, Plaidt/ slate mine As the central point of reference in Two modern specialist museums in the Volcano Park, the information Genovevaburg Castle. Above centre provides two overviews – of ground, the Eifelmuseum tells you the explosive history of the Osteifel all about the mountain region. region and of the Volcano Park and Beneath the castle is Schieferstollen, all its attractions. the German slate mine. Distance: approx. 23 km from Koblenz Distance: approx. 24 km from Koblenz Internet: www.vulkanpark.com Internet: www.museumswelten-mayen.de

Roman mine, Adventure world Meurin, near Kretz „Grubenfeld“, At the Meurin Roman mine, stone Visitors to the modern adventure remains tell the story of the world „Grubenfeld“ practically volcanic origins of tuff and the become ‘miners’. They get to know difficult, dangerous world of tuff the troubles, dangers and rewards mining in Roman times. of hard work with volcanic rocks. Distance: approx. 24 km from Koblenz Distance: approx. 24 km from Koblenz Internet: www.roemerbergwerk.de Internet: www.museumswelten-mayen.de

Mendig Lava Dome and German Pumice Museum, Lava Cellar Three attractions in one ‘museum The museum of the pumice mile’: the Lava Dome, Museumslay industry in Kaltenengers tells the and Lava Cellar inform all age 150-year story of an industry that groups about the subject of permanently changed our lives and volcanic activity. The tours can be the region with the discovery of the combined freely. ‘swimming stones’. Distance: approx. 31 km from Koblenz Distance: approx. 5 km from Koblenz Internet: www.lava-dome.de Internet: www.bimsmuseum.de

Andernach geyser Roman heritage – RömerWelt The world’s highest cold-water museum experience geyser is located just 20 km away At the start of the UNESCO World from Koblenz in . Heritage Site of Roman frontiers The visit starts in the geyser centre. (‘’) in Rheinbrohl. Experience From there you travel by boat over the everyday lives of Romans on the the Rhine to Namedyer Werth. limes. Attractive outdoor premises Distance: approx. 20 km from Koblenz with a contubernium unit of soldiers, Internet: www.geysir-andernach.de Roman ovens and a playground. Distance: approx. 33 km from Koblenz Internet: www.roemer-welt.de 52 53 Loreley Visitors’ Centre Arp Museum Bahnhof Travel through history and discover Rolandseck everything you need to know about A museum complex made unique the legend of Loreley, viticulture, by its location on the romantic fauna and flora, geology and Rhine with a spectacular vista of the navigation of the Rhine. silhouette of the Siebengebirge Distance: approx. 39 km from Koblenz hills. Internet: www.loreley-besucherzent- Distance: approx. 46 km from Koblenz rum.de Internet: www.arpmuseum.org

Ahrweiler government bunker ceramics museum In March 2008, a contemporary Westerwald ceramics museum is witness to the Cold War unique in the biggest ceramics museum in Germany was given a new Europe and holds a unique position purpose: the former government in the museum landscape with its bunker in Ahrtal opened its atom- special combination of handicrafts bomb-proof doors as a museum. and regional history. Distance: approx. 63 km from Koblenz Distance: approx. 20 km from Koblenz Internet: www.regbu.de Internet: www.keramikmuseum.de

Maria Laach Benedictine Abbey Visit the famous abbey, over 900 years old, or explore the nature on a walk by Lake Laach or a boat trip on the lake. Distance: approx. 32 km from Koblenz Internet: www.maria-laach.de

Stiftskirche St. Martin in Münstermaifeld Highly significant triple-naved basilica. A late-Roman church with many furnishings and wall murals. Distance: approx. 29 km from Koblenz

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RRT_MW-AZ_80x85_Pfade.indd 1 21.10.15 15:02 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS 08–21 Mar. 2020 24–26 July 2020 Koblenz literature days Horizonte World Music ‘ganzOhr´20’ Festival Well-known authors and writers Music festival with artists from all reading at special locations in over the world in the imposing Koblenz. setting of Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. www.koblenz-ganzohr.de www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

09–13 Apr. + 17–19 Apr. 2020 31 July– 02 Aug. 2020 FestungsLeuchten GAUKLERFESTung – Spectacular festival of light art at international juggling and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. variety festival www.tor-zum-welterbe.de A three-day open-air festival with jugglers, artistes and comedians. www.tor-zum-welterbe.de

01 May 2020 07–09 Aug. 2020 Koblenz Garden Culture Koblenz summer festival for More than sixty events with ‘Rhine in Flames’ literature, sport and music in Three days for the whole family urban green areas are celebrated with ‘Rhein in Flammen’ and until October 2020. Europe’s biggest ship parade. www.koblenzer-gartenkultur.de www.koblenzer-sommerfest.de

07 June 2020 05 Sept. 2020 Princess Augusta – the festival Long night of the Museums Annual festival on UNESCO-World Tours, promotions, readings, Heritage Day in honour of Princess live music and food in the Koblenz Augusta, various events in the Rhine museums and galleries. promenade. www.museumsnacht-koblenz.de www.koblenz-touristik.de

19 and 20 June 2020 18–20 Sept. 2020 Electronic Wine 44rd Koblenz SchängelMarkt Everything happens for a Riesling … Biggest city festival in northern Electronic music meets wine Rhineland-Palatinate with a from local and regional programme throughout the city winegrowers. centre. www.koblenz-touristik.de www.schaengelmarkt.de

03–05 July 2020 20 Nov.– 22 Dec. 2020 Old Town Festival Koblenz Koblenz Christmas market Traditional festival in the historic Romantic Christmas market old town with music and in seven squares in Koblenz’s culinary delights. old town. www.koblenz-touristik.de www.weihnachtsmarkt-koblenz.de

56 57 OTHER EVENTS IN 2020 Other events can be found in the online event calendar of the city of Koblenz on www.koblenz-touristik.de 08 Feb.– 01 Nov. Koblenz Mendelssohn days Various event locations www.mendelssohn-koblenz.de 24 February Koblenz Shrove Monday procession City centre www.akk-koblenz.de 29 Feb.–29 Mar. Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Each Sat. and Sun. Hunt for the golden cannonball 05 April Fortress spring celebration Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 'Ravensburger Game Worlds' 05 April–01 Nov. Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Family Exhibition 18 April–05 July WINEFESTIVAL Koblenz Various event locations www.weinfestival-koblenz.de 30 Apri–03 May Wine festival Koblenz-Güls Güls district www.koblenz-guels.de 08 –10 May Garden- and Lifestyle fair 'Landpartie' Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 10 May Wine at the palace Electoral Palace www.wein-im-schloss.de 16 May 'Koblenz plays' City centre www.koblenzspielt.de 21 + 23 –24 May Historical Pageants Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Koblenz International Guitar 24 May –01 June Various event locations www.koblenzguitarfestival.de Festival and Academy 29 –31 May WeinFeste – Wein und Genuss Konstantin Fortress www.pro-konstantin.de June to August Middle Rhine Music Festival Various event locations www.mittelrheinmusik.de Children's Festival 21 June Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 'Ravensburger Game Worlds' 27 June Koblenz jazz night Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.koblenzerjazznight.de RheinVokal – July to August Various event locations www.rheinvokal.de the festival by the Middle Rhine 13 –23 August KUK – Koblenz Open Air Cinema Uferpark Lützel www.koblenzer-ufer-kino.de September Koblenz Oktoberfest Koblenz trade fair grounds www.koblenzer-oktoberfest.com 06 September Mediaeval Summer Festival Stolzenfels Castle www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 13 September Koblenz Marathon Koblenz www.koblenz-marathon.de www.tag-des-offenen-denkmals. 13 September Various event locations Day of open memorials de 20 September Fortress Festival for the whole family Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de 25 –27 September Wine festival in Koblenz - Lay Lay district www.heimatfreunde-lay.de 04 October Federweißerfest Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.koblenz-touristik.de 10 –11 October Middlerhine-Deluxe-Fair Ehrenbreitstein Fortress www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and www.koblenzer-gartenkultur.de 25 October Autumn and major kite festival

Fortress Park www.tor-zum-welterbe.de Stand: 11.02.2020

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TOURIST-INFORMATION From in Forum Confluentes* An institution of the City Koblenz 24 hours of public transport €9.80 Single ticket Zentralplatz 1 · 56068 Koblenz · Fon: +49 (0)261-1291610 50% discount for the Fax: +49 (0)261-1291620 · [email protected] ‘Romantic Koblenz old town’ city tour Opening times: 50% discount for city museums open 356 days a year, daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.: 01 Nov. 2020 (All Saints’ Day), 24 Dec. 2020 20% discount for many services, (Christmas Eve), 31 Dec. 2020 (New Year’s Eve). e.g. cable car, boat tickets, Koblenz Theatre Closed: 01 Jan. 2020 (New Year’s Day), 05 Jan. 2020 (Inventory), 20 Feb. 2020 (Weiberfastnacht), 24 Feb. 2020 (Shrove Monday), Available from the Tourist-Information 22 Nov. 2020 (Sunday before Advent), 25 and 26 Dec. 2020 . Zentralplatz 1 56068 Koblenz . Fon: +49 (0)261-1291610 (Christmas Day and Boxing Day) www.koblenz-touristik.de TOURIST INFORMATION POINT Cable car valley station Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer · 56068 Koblenz Imprint Opening times: see www.seilbahn-koblenz.de Publisher: Koblenz-Touristik GmbH Managing Director: Claus Hoffmann * The building of the new tourist information point was funded with support Tel.: +49 (0)261 303 880 Concept, design, printing: from the Ministry of Economics, Climate Protection, Energy and Regional Plan- Bahnhofplatz 7 · D-56068 Koblenz Koblenz-Touristik GmbH ning of the State of Rhineland-Palatinate.

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