Vacation in Rhineland-Palatinate: Discover the secrets and adventures!

Vacation in Rhineland-Palatinate: Discover the secrets and adventures!

Rhineland-Palatinate is an attractive holiday region with a wide range of options for different types of holiday. From enchanted hiking routes to relaxed swimming spots and informative city tours, the state offers a wide range of leisure activities. The various city trips enable visitors to explore important sights on their own doorstep and learn about the history of the regions.

For those interested in culture and history, there are numerous city tours in larger cities. For example, tourists can take part in the “On Night Watch” tour in Koblenz or discover the secret of the Porta Nigra in Trier. The range of activities on offer is diverse and attracts both locals and travelers.

Bathing fun and hiking experiences close to nature

The water fun in Rhineland-Palatinate is hard to beat. With 131 outdoor pools and over 60 bathing waters, the state offers numerous opportunities for refreshing excursions. Recommended bathing spots are the Gemünder Maar natural outdoor pool in the Eifel and the Altrheinsee near Eich, where an idyllic sandy beach and a local recreation area await those seeking relaxation.

Not only bathing enthusiasts will get their money's worth - hiking enthusiasts will also find their paradise here. Excellent hiking trails such as the Green Hell Tour in Bollendorf (5.5 km, approx. 2 hours) and the Osterspaier Langhalsweg on the Romantic Rhine (8.4 km, 350 m ascent) invite you to unforgettable nature experiences. Barrier-free hiking trails are also marked so that families with children and seniors can also enjoy them.

Diverse leisure activities and travel options

Rhineland-Palatinate is not only known for its nature, but also for its theme parks. Among other things, the Holiday Park (now Plopsaland Germany), the Eifel Park and the Teufelsschlucht Dinosaur Park are waiting to be explored by families. There are also wildlife parks, sports parks and barefoot trails that offer additional experiences.

The dense network of train and bus lines ensures a pleasant journey. Many of the tours on offer are climate-friendly and can be easily reached without your own car. A total of twenty hikes and ten bike tours with rail connections are offered in Rhineland-Palatinate, and 100 percent green electricity is used in long-distance transport. Ticket and baggage service information is available via the Discover Germany partner site, making planning much easier for travelers.

For cyclists, there are also 13 bike tours that can be accessed with the Rhineland-Palatinate RadBus. These buses enable a comfortable journey to the cycle paths and the return to the starting point, which makes exploring the region even easier.

An inclusive playground was also opened in Mainz, which enables children with and without disabilities to have a shared playing experience. Rhineland-Palatinate has a lot to offer in its diversity and should be on every vacationer's travel list.

For more information on vacation options and activities in the region, those interested can visit the articles RP Online and the Tour planner Rhineland-Palatinate visit.