Various contemporary artisans present their handy-work while mead, wine and fine meats fresh off the grill will be sure to sate the appetite. There had already been a chapel in Sehl, but its whereabouts are now unknown. #FarawayFilesI'm Erin, a Canadian freelance writer and editor currently based in southern Germany with my small family. Since 1978 the castle has been owned by the town of Cochem and is run by “Reichsburg Cochem Ltd.” Cochem Castle, situated on an outstanding hill more than 100 metres above the river Moselle, is a popular tourist attraction.The Huguenot family originally came from Metz and came to Berlin in 1685 as religious refugees.


It is a special and memorable way to prepare for Christmas. Cochem Castle is one of the most beautiful castles to visit in Germany. We are looking forward to welcome you again. But neither Adolf nor his successor, King Albrecht I of Austria could redeem the pledge. High ranking guests were present.
It has a great combination of location, ease of access, and history. I really recommend a visit there.Germany does Castles so very well… I am also really hungry now looking at that Schnitzel! About one year later in 1868 the then Prussian King Wilhelm I authorized the sale on the following conditions:The sum of 300 Talers was a symbolic price, they orientated themselves on a similar case – the sale of the ruin Hammerstein.In June 1868 under the direction of Professor and royal building officer Ende, they started to clear away the huge piles of debris, and uncovered and secured all the foundation walls, and the foundations as well as cellars on the Moselle side of the castle and the castle well. Positioned on the left bank of the Moselle River, the town has natural beauty in all directions. The Knight Franz of Sickingen and his troupes drew in on Trier. Morning fog shrouds 11th-century Reichsburg Castle in Cochem, Germany, on the Moselle River. It is a traditional German town with half-timbered houses and an exceptionally scenic location on the Mosel river in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. For this reason the archbishops of Trier kept Cochem as a hereditary fiefdom until 1794. Even when Ezzo’s family ceased to be palatinate counts, Cochem remained connected to the title of the palatinate counts. Gorgeous vineyards surround it. In the late 1690s, the castle and the town were taken by the French during the Nine Years War. The traditional story of Christmas is presented by live costumed actors, accompanied by animals, on a magical journey through the castle’s gardens and alcoves. Saint Remaclus's stands as an exemplary conception in modern church building. Cochem Castle is more than 1,000 years old.

During the guided tour also at the souvenir shop and the tavern you must wear your mask.Until further notice (group)reservations or special tours (Ghost tour or extra guided tou for children) are not possible.Castle management keeps the right to close parts of the castle.The souvenir shop and castle tavern are open from 10 am to 5 pm.Thank you for your cooperation. The year of its construction dates back to 1000 AD. Cochem, the charming pearl of the Moselle and the romantic wine town, forms a glimmering centre point in the Moselle holiday region. Mit Ihrem weiteren Besuch auf dieser Seite stimmen Sie der Verwendung von Cookies und unserer Datenschutzerklärung zu. Thanks for sharing with #FarawayFiles. The inner courtyards can be visited independently.In the Courtyard is the gathering point for the guided tour.

From Cologne, it is about two hours with one change. That castle had a long and colorful history until French King Louis XIV had his troops obliterate it in 1689. It’s a local favorite for individuals, groups or even company Christmas parties. Favourable marriages increased the powers of the powerful. In 1877 the inauguration of the castle and the opening of the Emperor Wilhelm railway tunnel were celebrated with a banquet in the knight’s hall in the castle. Together with the pretty town below, it makes for a great weekend trip. The town of Cochem was important in wine growing and fishing through this period, and was well connected to the city of Trier. The proud and ancient walls of the castle offer a one of a kind backdrop for rustic vendors and spectacular stages where visitors are invited to become a part of a lively market during the middle ages. His son Pierre took on the running of the business on his own in 1833 and under his management the renowned business became a wholesale company. The silhouette of the towering hill seems to continue in the building which is topped by the slate roof of the massive keep.

During the guided tour also at the souvenir shop and the tavern you must wear your mask.Until further notice (group)reservations or special tours (Ghost tour or extra guided tour for children) are not possible.Castle management keeps the right to close parts of the castle.The souvenir shop and castle tavern are open from 10 am to 5 pm.Thank you for your cooperation. The benefit of visiting in the autumn has to be the gorgeous colours of the grape vines.