Rhine Gorge, Germany Cruises

Rhine Gorge, Germany Cruise Port

• The Deutsches Eck or "German Corner" is where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet, flanked by an impressive statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I (rebuilt after the original was destroyed during World War II). It's a great place for photos, and you can take a break in one of the flower-filled parks or along the grassy promenade.
   
• Near the Deutsches Eck is the Basilica of St. Castor (Kastorkirche), built between 817 and 836 and the oldest church in Koblenz. Along with Romanesque construction and traditional furnishings, the church was the site of a number of historical events. The lovely gardens are also worth a visit.
   
• One of the loveliest castles or “burgs” is Schloss Stolzenfels. Stolzenfels was originally built in the 13th century; its ruins were given to future Prussian king Friedrich Wilhelm IV in 1823 who rebuilt it as a summer home in Gothic Revival style. The walk to the top provides an excellent view, although the guided tours inside the castle are only in German.
   
• Learn more about the history of the area at the Mittelrhein-Museum. The museum showcases more than 2,000 years of the region's part, displaying art, coins, ceramics, furniture, military implements, and much more.