Sankt Goar Day Trip: Medieval Splendor and Scenic Beauty

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by Owen

March 30, 2024 · 1 min read

Sankt Goar 1 Day Itinerary

Embark on a captivating one-day journey to the enchanting town of Sankt Goar, nestled along the scenic banks of the Rhine River. Begin your adventure at the awe-inspiring Frankfurt Cathedral, a towering church that dominates the city's skyline, offering an hour of exploration into its rich history and architectural grandeur. Next, immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of The Roman Forum, a historic square that serves as the heart of Frankfurt's old town, where half an hour is well spent soaking in the vibrant culture. The highlight of your trip awaits at Rheinfels Castle, a formidable military monument perched atop a hill, commanding stunning views of the Rhine Valley. Spend an hour marveling at the castle's mighty walls and imagining the tales of knights and nobility that once roamed its halls. This one-day itinerary to Sankt Goar is a perfect blend of spiritual, cultural, and historical experiences, promising memories that will last a lifetime.

Top 6 Hotels in Sankt Goar
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Hotel Weinberg-Schlößchen
Hotel Weinberg-Schlößchen
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Landidyll Hotel Restaurant Birkenhof
Landidyll Hotel Restaurant Birkenhof
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Weinhotel Landsknecht
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Day 1: Enchanting Sankt Goar - Castles, Cathedrals, and Cobblestones

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Frankfurt Cathedral

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Kickstart your Sankt Goar adventure at the awe-inspiring Frankfurt Cathedral, a towering testament to Gothic architecture. With an hour to explore, immerse yourself in the cathedral's grandeur, from its soaring spires to the intricate stained glass windows. Located at Domplatz 1, this church isn't just a place of worship but a historical beacon that has witnessed centuries of Frankfurt's evolution.

Attraction Info

  • Domplatz 1, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-8:00pm

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Zu den 12 Aposteln
Zu den 12 Aposteln
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Alte Kanzlei
Alte Kanzlei
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Ristorante Carmelo Greco
Ristorante Carmelo Greco
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Ristorante Italiano Trattoria i Siciliani
Ristorante Italiano Trattoria i Siciliani
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Restaurant Sorriso
Restaurant Sorriso
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The Roman Forum

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Next, step into the heart of Frankfurt's history at The Roman Forum, just a stone's throw from the cathedral. Spend a leisurely half-hour wandering the Römerberg 27, where the square pulsates with the echoes of ancient Roman life. As you traverse the cobblestone paths, let the surrounding gabled houses and medieval buildings transport you back in time.

Attraction Info

  • Römerberg 27, 60311 Frankfurt am Main
  • Suggested tour duration: 0.5-1 hour
  • Open 24 hours
1 h 27 min,115.1 km
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Rheinfels Castle

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Conclude your day with a visit to the majestic Rheinfels Castle, perched high above the Rhine in Sankt Goar. Dedicate an hour to explore this formidable military monument, where the ruins whisper tales of knights and sieges. The castle's vantage point at 56329 Sankt Goar offers breathtaking views of the Rhineland-Palatinate, a perfect finale to a day steeped in history and beauty.

Attraction Info

  • 56329 Sankt Goar, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
  • Suggested tour duration: 1-2 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

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Gunderodehaus Filmhaus Heimat 3
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Top Things to Do in Sankt Goar-2024

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Rhine Gorge
Rhine Gorge
4.5/5 · 35 review
Highlights:
The Rhine Valley is located between Bingen and Bonn in the upper and middle reaches of the Rhine, and is a relatively beautiful place in Germany. Countless poets, painters and musicians have filled this valley with wonderful colors. In the Upper Rhine Valley, you can visit Europe's largest waterfall - Schaffhausen Falls, the romantic and peaceful green capital Freiburg, the beautiful Titisee in the Black Forest, and Strass, which has the reputation of "European Capital" Fort, Little Venice-Colmar, Mulhouse, the city of museums, and Basel, the city of art that combines modernity and nature. At the same time, you can taste local food and wine. Here you can feel a Pure beauty without borders.
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The Roman Forum
The Roman Forum
4.6/5 · 503 review
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The Roman Forum is located in the center of Old Frankfurt. It is also the city of old city hall. The square was built in the Middle Ages and destroyed during WWII. It was later almost completely reconstructed. Now it's the only Middle-Age style street left in Frankfurt and stands in stark contrast to the other modern buildings in the city. The Roman Forum is a can't-miss sightseeing destination.Many famous attractions in Frankfurt are nearby, including City Hall, the museum, the church, etc. For many travelers, the Roman Forum is a great place to come and learn about Frankfurt's culture.
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Frankfurt Cathedral
Frankfurt Cathedral
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Frankfurt Cathedral is located in the Roman district, adjacent to the Roman Forum. This Gothic church was built between the 13th and 15th centuries. In the 14th century, it became the coronation site of the Germanic kings. A total of ten emperors of the Holy Roman Empire held coronation ceremonies here. Therefore, it is also known as the "Emperor's Cathedral". The Frankfurt Cathedral was once destroyed by fire, and now it is in front of people's eyes that it was restored in 1877. The appearance of the building is different from the gray and black solemnity of ordinary Gothic churches. The walls of the Frankfurt Cathedral are brick red, and the building lines are simple and smooth. The relatively complicated building is the towering tower. The tower was built in the 15th century and is 95 meters high. It can be seen at a glance from many places in the city, which is very eye-catching. There are 322 steps in the tower to the top of the tower. You can climb the tower for 3 euros and enjoy the city scenery of Frankfurt, but the space in the tower is narrow, so pay attention to safety when climbing. Inside the church The towering curved dome in the church is majestic, and the four huge base columns form a "crown" shape at the top. Although the huge glass windows have no gorgeous decoration, the good lighting makes the interior of the church more holy. bright. The central altar is quite eye-catching, the main altar was built in the 15th century, and the relief on it shows the scene of the crucifixion of Jesus. The painted reliefs on the north wing corridor of the remnants of the colored statues of the central altar money are also very special and worth seeing. The museum of the church displays the mass ritual items from the 14th century to the 20th century, including vestments, wine glasses, holy vessels, etc., which are worth viewing.
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Drosselgasse
Drosselgasse
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It can be said that there is no Thrush Lane without fine wine, and there is no Rüdesheim without Thrush Lane…;…; Thrush (Drosselgasse) The narrow alleys are lined with restaurants and pubs selling their own white wines, tourists Wines of various quality can be tasted at the counter. Every year, 3 million tourists come to Thrush Alley, ranking second in Germany. The 144-meter-long narrow street is noisy during the day and even more cheerful at night. This is an alley that never sleeps, with singing, dancing, music, wine and laughter. Rüdesheim is a grape-growing city, and the Romans had grown grapes here as early as the ancient Roman period. The medieval center of the city and parts of the city's fortifications are still preserved, for example, the Eagle Tower. Here you will browse the city's unique bistros and restaurants in a historic atmosphere. No tourist leaves the famous city without visiting the world-famous "Thrush Alley". The eateries at Thrush Lane offer lively music from April or May to December. For every music lover there is wind, guitar and all kinds of modern music in the beautiful atmosphere of the Rhine. Starting in April, every day starts at about 19:00. In May you can dance from 12 o'clock, in November and during Christmas the band is there every day from 19 o'clock.
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Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
4.5/5 · 66 review
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Deutsches Eck is located in the German city of Koblenz, at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine rivers. The famous building on the German Horn is the equestrian sculpture of William I. The total height of the sculpture is 37 meters, of which the knight statue is 14 meters high. In 1216, Theoderich von Wied (about 1170 - March 28, 1242), the archbishop and elector of Trier, dispatched the Teutonic Knights to Koblenz, and out of defense Consideration of local hospitals, donate local churches and hospitals to them. The Teutonic Knights established the "Deutschherrenhaus" (German: Deutschherrenhaus) on the territory of the Moselle and Rhine estuaries, as the Teutonic Knights' resident in Koblenz, and the estuary territory was named "Deutschhorn". . The Deutsches Eck has attracted a large number of tourists from the day it built the equestrian sculpture of William I. The land on which the Wilhelm I equestrian sculpture is located is suitable for various large-scale open-air events. Concerts, open-air festivals, and fireworks on the Rhine are often held. Since 2005, it has also been the end of the annual Middle Rhine Marathon.
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Sankt Goar 1 Day Itinerary