Discover more than 2,000 years of history, culture and art in Bingen am Rhein. The charming riverside town is a gateway to the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle-Rhine Valley. Explore a 13th-century castle built on the site of an ancient Roman fortification, learn about the birth of Romanticism and visit fairytale towns, villages and wineries peppered across the Rhine Valley.
Things to do in Bingen am Rhein
Museum am Strom overlooks the riverside promenade and features exhibits on the Romanticism movement that swept the Rhine Valley in the 18th century. The museum occupies a former power station and also gets you up to speed on the town’s fascinating past. Highlights include the Bingen Doctor’s Set featuring scalpels and saws owned by an ancient Roman surgeon.
Day trip down the river to Bacharach, one of the prettiest villages on the Rhine. Behind the 14th-century walls, you’ll find a labyrinth of winding cobbled streets lined with half-timbered buildings. Walk up to the centuries-old castle for spectacular views over the village.
Venture into the countryside to visit boutique wineries and sip unique vintages. Walk through the vineyard-covered slopes of Rochus Hill and climb the Scharlachkopf viewing tower for sweeping views over the Rhine Valley and surrounding countryside. Lunch at a traditional “strausse” wine tavern is a signature experience.
Stroll across the Drusus Bridge, one of the oldest and most photogenic stone bridges in Germany. It’s been rebuilt multiple times over the centuries and is a local landmark. Pick up the key from the visitor centre to unlock the door to the chapel.
From elegant riverside restaurants to cosy pubs and bistros, the dining scene in Bingen am Rhein is excellent. Try local dishes like “saumagen” pork belly sausages or simply relax in sunny beer gardens with a glass of golden lager and a fresh-baked pretzel.
Getting around Bingen am Rhein
Bingen am Rhein is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The town is in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, less than one hour from Frankfurt by car or train. Frankfurt Airport is a 45-minute drive away.