castles

  • Burg Eltz

    Burg Eltz

    Burg Eltz is an amazing castle located just north of the Mosel River, a river that joins the Rhine in Koblenz.  The castle can be reached by all modes of transportation: foot, boat, train, bus or car. This website details how to get to the castle.  I have visited by car and by train/foot…

  • Marksburg Castle on the Rhine

    Marksburg Castle on the Rhine

    Travel Tuesday: Part 3 of our trip of the Rhine Valley.  If you are just joining in you can follow links to Part 1 and Part 2. We awoke at Burg Rheinfels Castle, enjoyed breakfast overlooking the Rhine, explored the ruins of the castle and set off towards the town of Braubach and Marksburg…

  • Burg Rheinfels Castle – Where to Stay While Touring the Rhine Valley

    Burg Rheinfels Castle – Where to Stay While Touring the Rhine Valley

    Part 2 of Touring the Rhine Valley Traveling the Rhine is a great destination for couples or families by spending your day hiking, trying the local wine or beer and visiting castles.  There is something for everyone to enjoy.  My husband and I loved our time on the Rhine – especially our night at…

  • The Rhine River, by ferry and train

    The Rhine River, by ferry and train

    The Rhine River is a beautiful waterway accessible by land or water.  The first time I visited Germany and the Rhine River valley I traveled with my parents and brother after a semester abroad in Bath, England. We flew to Frankfurt, rented a car and only had our first nights accommodation reserved. We drove…