Holiday in Bernkastel-Kues

What makes Bernkastel-Kues special as a destination?

Bernkastel-Kues is the heart of the Mosel region and one of the most picturesque half-timbered towns in Germany. The twin town on both banks of the Mosel enchants with a historic marketplace, considered one of the most beautiful in the entire country. The famous Spitzhäuschen from 1416, a narrow half-timbered house that leans boldly over the street, is the most photographed motif along the Mosel and a symbol of the architectural uniqueness of the town. Bernkastel-Kues is inseparably linked to wine. The steep slate slopes around the town are among the best Riesling locations in the world. The single vineyard Doctor, located directly above the old town, has been producing one of the most expensive and sought-after German white wines for centuries. In the numerous wine taverns and estate inns, you can taste these wines directly from the winemaker, accompanied by regional specialties such as Flammkuchen and Winzersteaks. High above Bernkastel stands the ruins of Landshut Castle, which can be reached via a steep hiking trail in about 30 minutes and rewards visitors with a breathtaking panorama over the Mosel loop. On the Kues side, the Cusanus-Stift, founded by the famous philosopher and cardinal Nikolaus von Kues in the 15th century, houses a valuable library and a senior home that is still operated according to the rules of its founder. The Mosel region around Bernkastel-Kues is excellent for cycling tours along the Mosel cycle path, boat trips through the vineyards, and hiking on the Moselsteig. The wine festival of the Middle Mosel in September is one of the largest wine festivals in Germany and attracts tens of thousands of visitors. Bernkastel-Kues is easily accessible by car from major German cities, with the nearest airport being Frankfurt-Hahn, just 30 minutes away.