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Place in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
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Koblenz is a major city in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate (northern), Germany. It has about 114,000 inhabitants in 2026.
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This spot (the name means German Corner in German) is where the Mosel River meets the Rhine River. The tip of the park is shaped like a ship's prow, overlooked by an enormous equestrian statue of Kaiser Wilhelm mounted on an equally-huge stone base that you can climb for a great view of the rivers and opposite shore castle/fort. Not far from the German Corner, you can catch a little sightseeing train which will drive around & point out some of the interesting things about Koblenz.
This is a big military castle/fort in good condition. From there you have a good view over Koblenz. There is also one of the museum of Koblenz. It is located on the other side of the Rhine.
This is a nice little fountain near the town hall. You should stand three steps in front of the fountain and in front of the figure's face. Wait there three minutes. What then happens should bring fortune.
This is a big military museum. It is located on the other side of the Mosel. In the past Koblenz was an important strategic military area. On every side of the rivers were military castles/forts. Rivers were the most important logistic routes until the 20th century. Their possession could decide who won or lost a war.
Moselstaustufe
Information centre in the fish pass building dedicated to the river Moselle and fish migrations.
Schloss Stolzenfels
Electoral Palace
Excellent regional wine and food.
Reasonable sized rooms with good breakfast. Can be busy and expensive in holiday periods.
Is situated directly at the Rhine, below the Ehrenbreitstein fort, with a view of the Deutsches Eck from every room. 4-star, but unfortunately only a few metres from a busy railway.
Jugendherberge Koblenz
From here you have a nice view over Koblenz
By train
Koblenz can easily be reached by train IC, for example from the Frankfurt/Mainz area, Cologne area or Trier.
By car
Three German motorways lead to Koblenz: A3, A48 and A61. Parking in the center of Koblenz is sometimes restricted according to time. Park and ride is available.
By bus
Many bus companies offer trips to Koblenz for one or more days.
By bus
Koblenz' buses can be confusing to the typical visitor.
By bicycle
Koblenz is a very pleasant place for cycling, as there are cycling paths along most of the banks of the Mosel and Rhine rivers.
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Frankfurt am Main (Lautzenhausen) · International · HHN
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