Rhineland-Palatinate is a land of contrasts, fascinating with its river valleys, vineyards and low mountain ranges as well as its historic towns, cultural diversity and genuine hospitality. If you want to experience this special blend of nature, history and joie de vivre, you will find a wide range of opportunities here all year round - from strolls through winding old towns to wine tastings and hikes in the Palatinate Forest. Get an authentic picture of Rhineland-Palatinate with the webcams and be inspired by the fantastic views for your vacation.
Rhineland-Palatinate is located in the west of Germany and borders France, Luxembourg and Belgium, as well as the neighboring federal states of North Rhine-Westphalia, Hesse, Baden-Württemberg and Saarland. With an area of around 19,858 km², it ranks ninth among the 16 federal states. The population is around 4.1 million, which puts it in sixth place. The state is characterized by low mountain ranges such as the Eifel, Hunsrück, Westerwald and Palatinate Forest. The highest mountain is the Erbeskopf in the Hunsrück at 816 meters. Along the Moselle , steep vineyards and picturesque wine-growing villages invite you to enjoy. Gentle hilly landscapes await you in Rheinhessen , inviting you to enjoy cycling tours and culinary discoveries. The Palatinate inspires with its Mediterranean flair and the famous German Wine Route, which leads through sunny vineyards and romantic villages. Rhineland-Palatinate is also the most densely wooded federal state in Germany - over 40% of the area is forested. Discover this multifaceted region with the webcams!
Rhineland-Palatinate delights visitors with its many historic cities and cultural highlights. In Worms, one of the oldest cities in Germany, the Romanesque St. Peter's Cathedral, the Luther Monument and the Jewish cemetery "Heiliger Sand" - the oldest preserved cemetery in Europe- are impressive. Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers, attracts visitors with the Deutsches Eck, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and the cable car across the Rhine. The Livecam directly at the fortress shows you an impressive panoramic view of the old town. Maikammer, nestled in the Palatinate wine landscape, is known for its picturesque alleyways and proximity to the German Wine Route. Saarburg enchants with a waterfall in the middle of the old town, the medieval castle and the charming "Little Venice" quarter. Schönburg Castle above Oberwesel towers impressively over the Middle Rhine Valley and is one of the most striking castles in the region. These towns offer a perfect blend of history, culture and enjoyment - ideal for an unforgettable vacation in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Rhineland-Palatinate is ideal for experiencing nature and active recreation. A variety of hikes lead through impressive landscapes - such as the Moselsteig Trail along the picturesque river bends or the Palatinate Forest Trail through the largest contiguous forest in Germany. The Calmont via ferrata in Europe's steepest vineyard offers a particularly exciting climbing tour. A special highlight is the hike to the Kalm summit near Maikammer - at 673 meters, the highest elevation in the Palatinate Forest and a popular excursion destination with a fantastic panorama over the Rhine plain. Would you like to see the view? The webcams in Maikammer will show you!
For the adventurous, it's worth crossing the spectacular Geierlay suspension rope bridge in the Hunsrück. Cycle tours through the Eifel, for example on the Vulkanpark cycle path, or along historic sites on the Salier cycle path combine nature and culture. In Dahner Felsenland, bizarre sandstone formations invite you to exciting explorations, while a varied hike over bridges and through rocky gorges awaits in the Butzerbach Valley. In spring, you can admire a sea of thousands of pink blossoms on the Palatinate Almond Trail during the almond blossom season. Whether hiking, cycling or simply enjoying nature - let yourself be inspired by the diversity of the federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Rhineland-Palatinate delights visitors with a colorful mix of events that combine enjoyment, culture and family fun. Along the German Wine Route, traditional wine festivals such as the Donkey Skin Festival or the Federweißen Festival invite you to celebrate and taste. A special highlight is the Dürkheim Sausage Market - the largest wine festival in the world with over 600,000 guests. For families , destinations such as the Bad Sobernheim barefoot path or the Gemündener Maar natural outdoor pool offer exciting excursions. Events such as children's concerts or night climbing provide additional fun. Culture fans are drawn to the Nibelungen Festival in Worms or the juggler and cabaret festival at Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Other big crowd pullers are "Rhine in Flames" - a spectacular fireworks festival - and "Rock am Ring" at the Nürburgring, one of the biggest rock events in Europe. The webcams with the current weather and a forecast for the coming days will conveniently show you whether the weather will play along for your event in Rhineland-Palatinate. Check the weather and off you go!