How to Find Cheap Hotels in Rhine Valley Germany

The valley along the Rhine River from Bonn to Maize, Germany has long been a retreat for artists and everyday people. Elegant castles line the countryside, the cliffs whisper legends and the small towns tell a story all their own. Find cheap accommodations in Rhine Valley, Germany, and unlock the secrets of this majestic land for yourself.

Things You'll Need

• A map of Rhine Valley, Germany
• A valid passport

Instructions

Explore the Rhine Valley, Germany

1. Hop on a bike and enjoy a cool breeze as you travel the 35-mile trek from Koblenz to Bingen.

2. Cruise down the Rhine on a scenic tour from St. Goar to Bacharach.

3. Look out for the Loreley, a mermaid who distracted sailors with her singing and her ridiculously charming hair brushing. Locate this vixen on the Rock of the Loreley, found just outside of St. Goar.

4. Take a tour of the medieval Marksburg castle near Brauback. Look over the impressive firepower of ancient cannons and take a stroll through the gothic garden.

5. Ride a cable car to the Niederwald Monument to view the statue of Germania, the female symbol of Imperial power.

Book Cheap Accommodations in Rhine Valley, Germany

1. Rough it in a campground on the outskirts of towns from Bonn to Mainz. Look for campgrounds in the Loreley Cliffs overlooking the riverbanks in Bacharach and Rudesheim, with rates starting at just 5 euros per tent.

2. Share a dorm room in a hostel and save big. Look for hostels along the river in Koblenz, near anicent ruins in St. Goar and overlooking the wineries in Rudesheim.

3. Contact the local tourist offices in Koblenz, Boppard, St. Goar, Bingen or Rudesheim, and check for bookings in private rooms.

4. Enjoy modern conveniences with basic amenities in a pared-down hotel in one of the small villages. Expect to pay anywhere from 45 euros to 80 euros for cheap accommodations.

5. Book an apartment in a gastehaus in Bacharach for around 40 euros a night.

6. To book accommodations in Rhine Valley, Germany, call Last Minute at 888-254-0637 or visit the link below.

Tips & Warnings

• Many pensions rent bikes or offer them for free to guests.

• Pick a central location and stay for more than four nights for added savings on accommodations of all types.

• You'll find ferry stops every 3 miles along the river.

• Trains run every hour, and they stop at all the towns in the Rhine Valley.

• Campsites in the area are closed during the cold winter months.