Visit Festung Ehrenbreitstein: Koblenz's Iconic Landmark

Step back in time at the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress (Festung Ehrenbreitstein), a towering UNESCO World Heritage landmark overlooking the stunning River Rhine in Koblenz. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery and rich cultural history with guided sightseeing tours, scenic cable car rides, or romantic Rhine river cruises. Whether you are exploring the Upper Middle Rhine Valley or visiting the iconic Deutsches Eck, this fortress offers an unforgettable experience of German heritage. Book your adventure today to discover the best historical attractions and panoramic views of the romantic Rhine Valley!

4.16/5 visitor ratingTours from $169 unique experiencesFree cancellation available

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$21–$261 typical

Median price is $35, with a wide range from $16 to $702

Rating

Rating

4.16★ average

Based on 61 pooled reviews with 73% positive sentiment

Tour Type

Tour Type

Sightseeing & Culture

100% are sightseeing tours, 78% focus on cultural themes

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

2.5 hours median

Options typically range from 1 to 10 hours

Booking Info

Booking Info

Instant confirmation

33% of tours are likely to sell out, book ahead

Tour Formats

Tour Formats

Guided & Private options

89% are guided tours, 44% are private tours

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2 hours sightseeing cruise around Koblenz
$21
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2 hours sightseeing cruise around Koblenz
Summary

Welcome aboard the comfortable and exclusive ship La Paloma for a cruise in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site. No other section of the Rhine has such a beautiful line of castles and palaces. On board the La Paloma you can relax and enjoy the view. Start in Koblenz and sail a short d...

Inclusions
  • Audio guide (German and English)
Itinerary
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Kurfurstliches Schloss
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Schloss Stolzenfels
  • Burg Lahneck
  • Konigsstuhl
  • Marksburg
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Koblenz: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress & Scenic Cable Car Experience
$232
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Koblenz: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress & Scenic Cable Car Experience
Summary

Experience Koblenz from its most breathtaking vantage point. Soar above the Rhine on a panoramic ride with the Koblenz Cable Car, then step into history as you explore the mighty Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Walk through vast courtyards, trace the lines of powerful ramparts, and uncover stories of sold...

Inclusions
  • Private guided tour
  • Two way Cable car ride
Exclusions
  • Gratuities and refreshments
Itinerary
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Koblenz: Deutsches Eck, Cable Car ride & Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
$261
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Koblenz: Deutsches Eck, Cable Car ride & Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Summary

Experience Koblenz by discovering the dramatic meeting of rivers at Deutsches Eck, gliding above the Rhine on the Koblenz Cable Car, and exploring the commanding heights of Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, where sweeping valley views and centuries of military history unfold. Then descend back into the hear...

Inclusions
  • Combined ticket: Cable Car ride & Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Private guided tour
Exclusions
  • Gratuities and refreshments
Itinerary
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Basilica of St. Castor
  • Florinsmarkt
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

1 hour sightseeing cruise around Koblenz
1 hrFree cancellationLikely to sell out
$18
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1 hour sightseeing cruise around Koblenz
Summary

Welcome aboard the comfortable and exclusive ship La Paloma for a cruise in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site. No other section of the Rhine has castles and palaces lined up so beautifully. On board La Paloma you can relax and enjoy the view. Start in Koblenz and first sail a short ...

Inclusions
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Audio guide (German and English)
Itinerary
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Kurfurstliches Schloss
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Schloss Stolzenfels
  • Burg Lahneck
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Sundowner cruise around Koblenz
4 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
$35
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Sundowner cruise around Koblenz
Summary

Enjoy an evening sunset cruise aboard the La Paloma! All you need is a seat on deck, your eyes on the water, the headwind blowing around your nose, summer hits from the DJ and a fizzy cocktail in hand. We start with relaxing lounge music and then boost the mood with summer beats to dance. You can al...

Inclusions
  • Music from the DJ
  • Wi-Fi on board
Itinerary
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Kurfurstliches Schloss
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Burg Lahneck
  • Schloss Stolzenfels
  • Marksburg
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1 hour Christmas cruise with mulled wine around Koblenz
1 hrFree cancellationLikely to sell out
$23
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1 hour Christmas cruise with mulled wine around Koblenz
Summary

Discover the Christmas Koblenz from the water : Start your one-hour round trip with a view of the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, the German Corner and the Moselle estuary with delicious mulled wine from the vineyards on deck. While driving, tune in to the best time of the year with Christmas mus...

Inclusions
  • Musical background music
  • WLAN
  • 1 glass of mulled wine or punch
Itinerary
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Kurfurstliches Schloss
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From Frankfurt: Custom Private Day Tour with Vehicle and Guide
Summary

Embark on a customizable private day tour from Frankfurt with your own professional driver-guide and vehicle. This 10-hour experience gives you the freedom to explore some of Germany’s most iconic and picturesque destinations at your own pace. Whether you want to visit the romantic university town o...

Inclusions
  • Professional driver-guide service (driver-guide does not accompany inside attractions)
  • Fuel, tolls, highway fees, parking fees, and city entry fees
Exclusions
  • Accommodation
  • Entrance fees, tickets, optional activities, and personal expenses
Itinerary
  • Frankfurt
  • Heidelberg
  • Schloss Heidelberg
  • Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)
  • Ruedesheim am Rhein
  • River Rhine
  • Wurzburg
  • Rothenburg
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Service hours are from 07:00 to 21:00. For service between 21:01 and 06:59, a night fee must be paid directly to the driver-guide., Please wait for your driver in the hotel lobby at the agreed pick-up time. Exact time may vary by hotel location—confirm with your driver-guide., Pick-up and drop-off locations are within Frankfurt city center, at your hotel or a designated central point., Provide accurate passenger and luggage info when booking to avoid inconvenience.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Koblenz Day Trip from Frankfurt: Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, Rhine Valley Cable Car Ride and German Dinner
Summary

Graced with a stunning location on the confluence of the Rhine River and Moselle River, the historic city of Koblenz makes for a wonderful day trip from Frankfurt. Highlights on this small-group tour include a guided visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, Europe’s second-largest preserved fortress, and ...

Inclusions
  • Transportation in a van or bus from/to Frankfurt
  • English/german speaking tour guide
  • Dinner in a nice restaurant at the Rhine Valley
  • Cable car ride + entrance to the fortress Ehrenbreitstein
Exclusions
  • Beverages
Itinerary
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Assmannshausen
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation), We can only carry foldable wheelchairs with us
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Magical Koblenz: A Historic Self-Guided Audio Tour
2.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$15
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Magical Koblenz: A Historic Self-Guided Audio Tour
Summary

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the romantic cobblestone streets of one of Germany’s oldest cities. Koblenz is where the Rhine and Moselle rivers converge in a spectacular meeting of waters, known as the “Deutsches Eck” (German Corner). You’ll discover how Roman settlers, medieval m...

Inclusions
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
Itinerary
  • Forum Mittelrhein Koblenz
  • Munzplatz
  • Florinsmarkt
  • Basilica of St. Castor
  • Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
  • Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.