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About the Town of Cochem
In the most romantic part of the Moselle Valley, where the
river curves between two hiking paradises - Eifel and
Hunsrück - lies the old town of Cochem.
Even the Romans sang praises of this remarkable landscape.
It is true - a few things have changed through the
centuries, but the attraction has remained the same - above
all the Middle Ages have left their marks here.
The magnificent Reichsburg, the big castle, situated on a
precipitous rock high above the town, dominates the
landscape. The many delicate pointed towers, battlements and
oriels give the impression of a typical fairy tale castle,
particularly as it is one of the few castles in Germany,
which was rebuilt in its original style after its complete
destruction.
As impressive as the castle itself is the view of the
Moselle Valley with its beautiful forests, meadows, fields
and vineyards, as well as the old part of the town.
The town of Cochem itself is also a sight worth seeing, not
only because of its narrow streets and twisty alleys,
lovingly restored half timbered houses with typical slate
roofs, and the historical market-place, but also because of
its medieval town gates, churches and walls. For wine lovers
there are plenty of wine-growers and restaurant owners who
are more than happy take their time introducing you to a
great variety of excellent Riesling wines. |
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Cochem Tourist Information
Tel: 0049 2671 60040
www.cochem.de
info@ferienland-cochem.de |
Frankfurt-Hahn
1hr
