Cruise the River Rhine
Multiple countries[8.9 miles]
Explore the castles, vineyards and vestiges of the Roman empire from the comfort of a cruise ship on Europe’s busiest river.
Best for ages: 18+ | Varies | Min 4 days
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This character-filled Rhine castle is one of its most famous, rich in the legend of feuding brothers. A small, family-run hotel now operates in the 13th-century main tower.
Original features predominate – exposed stone walls, low beamed ceilings and a medieval dining room.
The restaurant serves up traditional German dishes in the ‘Knights’ Hall’, and there are tranquil valley views from the panorama terrace.
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Multiple countries[8.9 miles]
Explore the castles, vineyards and vestiges of the Roman empire from the comfort of a cruise ship on Europe’s busiest river.
Best for ages: 18+ | Varies | Min 4 days
Wierschem, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany[21.3 miles]
One of the few Rhine castles never to be destroyed, ‘Burg Eltz’ has remarkably been owned by the same family since records began in 1157 – 33 generations. Crammed onto a 70m-high rock spur, with eight dramatic towers and views over the Elzbach Valley and River Eltz, it’s one of the world’s most beguiling castles.
Best for ages: 6+ | £12
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