Germany

Lake Bostal

Lake Bostal is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Whether you’re into sailing, surfing, paddling, or swimming, there’s something for everyone here. Restaurants with views of the water are the perfect place to refuel. Accommodations include Center Park, located right on the lake and offering a wide range of recrea-tional activities, as well as a campground.

For more information, visit Bostalsee and Urlaub Saarland.

Address: Bostalsee, 66625 Nohfelden

Trifels Castle

Trifels Imperial Castle was once an important political center, as evidenced by the fact that the Imperial Regalia were kept here during the Stauffer dynasty. The castle also served as a state prison, where Richard the Lion-heart, among others, was im-prisoned. Even today, Trifels Castle impresses visitors with its commanding position on the edge of the Palatinate Forest, not far from the border with the West Palatinate.

German Wine Route

Germany’s most famous wine region is right on our doorstep. It’s perfect for a day trip to the vineyards or to one of the lookout points on the edge of the Palatinate Forest. While you’re there, you can also soak up a bit of history at Hambach Castle or Villa Ludwigshöhe.

For more information, visit Deutsche Weinstraße Pfalz

Frankfurt am Main

This financial hub is worth a visit not only for its skyline but also for its diverse cultural offerings.

Heidelberg

Heidelberg’s Old Town, picturesquely situated on the Neckar River, and the castle towering above it attract tourists from all over the world. Fortunately, for residents of the West Palatinate, the trip there is a short one.

For more information, visit visit Heidelberg and Stadt Heidelberg

Address: Heidelberg

Karlsruhe

The former capital of the Grand Duchy of Baden is one of the last major European cities to have been planned from scratch. This is still evident in the cityscape today.

Mainz

With Mainz Cathedral, the Old Town, and numerous cultural attractions – such as the Gutenberg Museum – the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate has plenty to offer. Thanks to good highway access, it’s easy to get to.

For more information, visit Mainz Tourismus and Stadt Mainz

Address: Mainz

Mannheim

Mannheim is a great destination for night owls and shopping enthusiasts. The city regularly hosts concerts by world-renowned artists.

Mosel

The Moselle is a tributary of the Rhine over 500 km long that flows through France, Luxembourg, and Germany. As it winds its way toward the Rhine, the Moselle meanders past many charming towns and villages, shaping the distinctive landscape dotted with castles, ruins, and vineyards. The half-timbered towns along the Moselle, such as Traben-Trarbach or Bernkastel-Kues, are always worth a visit.

For more information, visit visit Mosel und Mosel.de

Nahe Valley

The Nahe Valley, with its spa towns, rugged cliffs, and vine-yards, is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway.

Hunsrück-Hochwald national park

If you haven’t had your fill of the Palatinate Forest yet, you can immerse yourself in the biodiversity and unspoiled nature of Rhineland-Palatinate’s only national park.

For more information, visit Nationalpark Hunsrück-Hochwald

Address: Nationalpark-Tor Erbeskopf, 54426 Hilscheid

Upper Middle rhine Valley

The romantic Upper Middle Rhine Valley, famous for its steep cliffs, numerous castles, and the legendary Loreley rock, is easily accessible from the West Palatinate and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Saarbrücken

Located right on the French border, Saarbrücken combines a relaxed savoir-vivre with German down-to-earth charm. The baroque splendor of Saarbrücken Castle, the imposing Saarland State Theater, and the charming old town around St. Johanner Markt invite you to explore and linger.

For more information, visit #visitsaarbrücken and Stadt Saarbrücken

Address: Saarbrücken

Saar Loop (Saarschleife)

The Saar Loop in Saarland is one of the most impressive natural landscapes in southwestern Germany. A treetop walkway above the gorge offers breathtaking views.

Speyer

This Palatinate town on the Rhine attracts day-trippers with its world-famous cathedral, a beautiful old town, and numerous places to stop for a bite to eat. A visit to the fascinating Museum of Technology is also highly recommended, as is a visit to the Historical Museum of the Palatinate.

For more information, visit Stadt Speyer

Address: Speyer

Trier

In hardly any other German city is its centuries-long history of settlement so evident. Numerous Roman structures, such as the Porta Nigra, the cathedral, and the old town, make this city on the Moselle – where visitors can

also tour Karl Marx’s birthplace – a destination well worth visiting.

For more information, visit Trier.info and Stadt Trier

Address: Trier

Völklinger Hütte World Heritage Site

For history buffs and fans of industrial architecture, the Völklinger Hütte is a must-see. It’s no coincidence that the complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

For more information, visit Völklinger Hütte

Address: Rathausstraße 75-79, 66333 Völklingen

Worms

As one of Germany’s oldest cities, Worms impresses visitors with St. Peter’s Cathedral, one of three Romanesque imperial cathedrals in Germany. The city is also widely known for its cultural offerings: every summer, the Nibelungen

Festival transforms the city into a grand stage.

For more information, visit Worms erleben and Stadt Worms

Address: Worms