Somehow it is imperative that when you travel to Germany, you have to visit the Rhineland-Palatinate State. But the question is, where exactly is Rhineland-Palatinate and what can it offer to tourists in Germany?

Rhineland-Palatinate is a lush state located in the south-western part of Germany, amidst the states of North Rhine-Westphali, Hesse, France, Sarlaand, Luxembourg and Belgium. The region is full of interesting and diverse people which makes the state basically rich in variety. Geographically, Rhineland-Palatinate is also rich, with its tranquil rivers and unspoiled mountain ranges. The wine regions and romantic castles make your stay in the region the best things to ever happen to you when you travel in Germany.

Five Best Regions to Visit in Rhineland-Palatinate

There are five famous regions available for tourists to explore all over the state namely, Rheinhessen, Eifel, Moselle Saar, Westerwald and Palatinate. All of these five regions have a different thing to offer to anyone visiting Rhineland-Palatinate.

Westerwarld is a chain of mountains that runs between Frankfurt and Cologne, literally a walkers’ paradise for anyone who basically wants to admire the chain of mountains in the countryside. Centuries of farming and mining of iron ore all over the region has helped in shaping what tourists could see in Westerwarld. Aside from the mountainous regions, the region also has a number of lakes to offer, an excellent opportunity to try the famous water sports in Germany.

Eifel is a place with volcanic origins in the Rhineland Palatinate state, the region is famous for its maars, volcanic lakes that were created thirty thousand years ago when hot magma exploded upward and made contact with ground water. Eifel is famous for its casino in the spa town of Bad Neuenahr and for thrill seekers the home of the formula 1 Grand Prix which is the Nurburgring racetrack would be the best place to go.

Moselle Valley is located between Koblenz and Trier; this region is about 545 kilometers long and is considered as Rhine’s biggest tributary. This region is an excellent place for romantic couples because of its romantic river landscape. The region is also famous throughout the world for its wine making. At every turn in this romantic region you will see a tranquil wine growing village or a tavern offering one of the best white wines all over the world.

The region of Palatinate is located between Alsace, Rheinhessend and Saarland. The region is the home of the palatinate forest that links the vast mountains of Eifel and the Hunsruck hills of the north. The landscape in this region is very varied; from its captivating plains and gorgeous mountain ranges as well as red sandstone formation that towers above the Palatinate Forest makes it a great place for nature hikers.

Rheinhessen, our last region of interest is Germany’s largest wine making area. The region is famous for its rich culinary cuisine and its wine. Cycling, hot-air balloon tours and golf are some of the leisure activities you may explore in this region. It also has rich and lively cultural scene, with outstanding art and occasional local fairs and wine festivals.

Cities Impossible to Miss in Rhineland-Palatinate

One thing that deviate the cities of the state from the usual is its sweet combination of urbanization as well as history. The towns hold witness to the turbulent past of the country. Everywhere you go, you could always find Roman monuments and buildings that are well preserved in these urbanized areas. Other towns hold magnificent vineyards that make your stay more peaceful compared to other regions in the country. Three of the most famous cities in Rhineland-Palatinate are Koblenz, Mainz and Worms.

Koblenz is considered as the gateway to Rhine, considered as a UNESCO world heritage site, the area is surrounded by the great rivers of Rhine and Moselle. Visitors all over the world could admire the lush greenery that covers almost two thirds of the whole city. Museums all over the city also hold documents of the rich 2000 year old history of the city.

Mainz is the richest in history compared to the three great cities of the Rhineland-Palatinate Region. The city is developed by the two greatest eras in European history. Roman relics and monuments populate the city. Baroque buildings designed by the most skilled and artistic architects and sculptors all over the city remind us of the days of the electors when only the richest aristocrats of the 17th century live in the city. Great Cathedrals also dot the city, basically imposing a different perspective in the whole panorama.

Worms is one of the oldest cities in Germany; it holds a long and important history for the whole region. Even if it is already urbanized as of this moment, the city will always give you a hint of the rich history that it keeps with its magnificent building and monuments.

Regional Culinary Specialties in Rhineland-Palatinate

Each region in Rhineland-Palatinate has its own specialty. Most of these traditional dishes are local cuisine that has been passed down to generations. Let’s try to discuss a few of these famous dishes from different regions.

Westerwald offers their famous Westerwald Dippekuchen. It is a potato cake with onions and meat and is usually served with applesauce. Moselle offers their onion tarts, which is best eaten with a Federweisser. A Federweisser is a type of wine that has only begun to ferment.

Of course the best product the state has to offer is its white wines, fermented to perfection. Basically white wine from Germany is closely associated to the Rhineland-Palatinate state. Therefore grabbing one bottle of white wine from this region is absolutely recommended.

The Rhineland-Palatinate State is the best place to go in Germany when you basically just want to savor the feeling of being one with nature. With its lush forest, tranquil lakes and cities that perfectly immortalize the artistic history of the past occupants of the region. What more can you ask for a vacation?