Basilica of St. Castor

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Koblenz: Leisurely Stroll through Historical Old Town

Koblenz: Leisurely Stroll through Historical Old Town

This tour is only available in German. Get to know Koblenz in a relaxed way. Start the self-guided tour whenever you like and spend a varied and enjoyable time in this charming city. Welcome to Koblenz, one of the oldest cities in Germany, picturesquely situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. On this 2.5-kilometre tour, you will cross the old town in a relaxed 2 to 3 hours and enjoy the view along the banks of the Moselle. Start at the Schängelbrunnen, a symbol of the city, hidden behind the town hall. We continue to the Johannes Müller monument on Jesuit Square, where important figures once worked. On your way you will see the imposing Church of Our Lady and the Basilica of St Castor, the oldest preserved church in the city. A highlight of the tour is certainly the Deutsches Eck with the majestic equestrian statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I. Enjoy a stroll through the Blumenhof and optionally visit the Ludwig Museum, which focuses on contemporary French art. The tour ends at Josefs-Görres-Platz with its impressive history column, which tells the 2000-year history of the city. At the tour stops, there are entertaining tasks to solve and fun questions to answer. Who knows, for example, what ... but no, we won't tell you yet! The tour is a great way to get outside and discover new things with family, friends or on your own. It's like being shown Koblenz by a good friend who knows the city like the back of his hand and has many exciting stories and anecdotes to tell. You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa. Enjoy your time in Koblenz! *** Good to know *** You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.

Koblenz: Old Town Tour with the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Koblenz: Old Town Tour with the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

We start our tour at the fortress which is adjoining the city. Built as a fortification process to guard the middle Rhine region, this fortress was constructed between 1817 and 1828. It is situated 118 meters high above the Rhine and is the second largest fortress in Europe. In 1672, while there was war between France and Germany, the Archbishop refused the request permits from both the sides for the troops to pass by the Rhine. Today, this fortress is open to the visitors and public and is connected to the town by cable car. The fortress is beautifully below by the british poet Lord Byron: “Here Ehrenbreitstein, with her shattered wall Black with the miner's blast, upon her height Yet shows of what she was, when shell and ball Rebounding idly on her strength did light; A tower of victory! from whence the flight Of baffled foes was watch'd along the plain: But Peace destroyed what War could never blight, And laid those proud roofs bare to Summer's rain-- On which the iron shower for years had poured in vain.” When the fortress was destroyed by the french troops in 1801, the poet wrote these words; which lead to the rebuilt of the fortress. We then reach to Münzplatz which is located in the old town of Koblenz. Its name originated from the electoral coin known as “Münz”. These coins were minted in the 11th century. On its occasion of the 2000 year anniversary in 1992, the fountain in the square was constructed by Wili Heinzen and was a gift to the city and its citizens from the Sparkasse Koblenz. This is where the Romans first founded their “Castellum apud confluentes” (fort at the confluence), to which Koblenz owes its name. From here starts the romantic street between the two churches. The Liebfrauenkirche, with its beautiful onion domes is built on the highest point of the city. During the French Revolution, it was one of the main Parish churches. Its was constructed in 17th century but destroyed in 1944. However, it was rebuilt again in 1955. The Basilica of St. Castor is the oldest church in Koblenz. The church was constructed by the Archbishop of Trier between 817 and 836, with the support of the Emperor Louis the Pious. It was built as a Carolingian proprietary church. A perfect spot for picturesque squares. The word “Schängel” comes from the 20 year allegiance of Koblenz to France (1794-1813). This fountain at the city hall is regarded as a symbol of Koblenz city. In 1940, it was designed by Carl Burger and dedicated to the famous poet Josef Cornelius. Last but not the least, we move to the Kaiser Wilhelm memorial. The Deutsches Eck is the name for the headland in Koblenz. Kaiser Wilhelm was the first German Emperor, erected in 1897. Also, view more of the famous sights along the end of the tour in the oldest city.

Koblenz: Guided tour Moselle kisses Rhine

Koblenz: Guided tour Moselle kisses Rhine

Enjoy an entertaining and humorous walk together with the lovely Madame Mosella and the rough-and-tumble Rhenus. There is a lot to tell when strolling along the Moselle & Rhine promenades. Find out what happens to Mosella when she gets really angry, what a rascal has to do with happiness and find out why not all connections are romantic. The tour starts at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers at the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument and ends in the palace garden with a happy ending, crowned with a kiss. The tour takes place exclusively in German! Separate group tours can be booked by arrangement!

Koblenz: Private Guided Walking Tour

Koblenz: Private Guided Walking Tour

Enjoy Koblenz in the heart of the picturesque region of Rhine and Moselle. Dive into the over 2000-year-old history of this former Roman settlement, one of the oldest cities in Germany. We will take you to view the Deutsches Eck (German corner) from which the city’s Latin name “confluentes – at the merging of the rivers” is derived. The establishment of the Knights of the Teutonic Order in the 13th century at the merging of the rivers gave this historic site its name: Deutsches Eck (German corner). You will be impressed by the giant equestrian statue of German Emperor Wilhelm I and get a magnificent view of 19th-century Fortress Ehrenbreitstein perched 118 metres above the Rhine on the right embankment. Visit the Basilica of St. Castor, founded in 836 AD and designated a part of the UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley since 2002. Explore the Church of Our Dear Lady, or Liebfrauenkirche, built in the highest part of the city. From the late Middle Ages until the secularization that ensued after the French Revolution and Napoleonic War, it was the main parish church in Koblenz. Its onion domes symbolize the old town of Koblenz. See the Münzplatz, whose name is reminiscent of the former electoral coin, or “Münze” in German. Starting with the 11th century, coins of the Electorate of Trier were minted in Koblenz. Enjoy the memorial site of the Four Towers, four historical buildings built in 1608 and fully rebuilt twice. The four buildings have the same facade, hence the name. Come with us to get familiar with the German/French past of Koblenz and explore the romantic little streets between Basilica St. Kastor and the Schängel Fountain at the town hall.

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