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Romantic Rhine - Rüdesheim

Rüdesheim am Rhein, nestled in the heart of the Rheingau wine region, is a picturesque German town famous for its vibrant wine culture, medieval castles, and breathtaking views along the Rhine Valley. This area is rich with charming, winding roads and magnificent riverside landscapes that invite you to explore the historic wonders of the Romantic Rhine. From Rüdesheim, the tour traces paths along the river, offering glimpses of iconic castles and beautiful vineyards that cling to steep hillsides. Here, you’ll experience the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for its blend of natural beauty and legendary architecture. The journey invites you to savor the essence of the Rhine’s romantic charm with each curve of the road, discover the deep-rooted history of its fairytale towns, and unwind with stops to sample local wines and regional delicacies. This tour combines the thrill of scenic riding with the allure of exploring one of Europe’s most romantic and historic river valleys—making it perfect for those looking to lose themselves in both the journey and the beauty of the Rhine Valley.

When you add 1 or more rides of this Romantic Rhine motorcycle tour to your account, you will get access to our information on Rüdesheim in your account. We also share our recommended accommodation – all with suitable parking for your bike - and in the video Where to stay in Rüdesheim we also show them to you. If you want to support us to keep supporting you, we do ask you to book the accommodation via the links that we provide as an affiliate of Booking.com here and in the e-book.

Romantic Rhine ride 1

  • Loreley
  • Limburg an der Lahn
  • Eltville am Rhein
Distance: 225 km (140 miles)
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This Romantic Rhine Ride 1 is a captivating journey through Germany’s most enchanting landscapes, with stops at the iconic Loreley Rock, charming towns along the Rhine, and the hidden beauty of the Lahn Valley. As you ride 225 km of scenic roads, you’ll discover legendary tales, medieval architecture, and winding routes that offer both thrilling curves and tranquil riverside views. Highlights include coffee in Sankt Goarshausen, the historic Limburg Cathedral, and a refreshing stop in Eltville am Rhein. This route combines the beauty of the Rhine with the joy of an unforgettable motorcycle ride.

Romantic Rhine ride 2

  • Simmern
  • Moselle river area
  • Cochem
  • Bacherach
Distance: 225 km (140 miles)
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This second ride of the Romantic Rhine tour offers 225 km of scenic beauty as you travel west of Rüdesheim through lush forests, the quiet Mosel Valley, and picturesque towns that showcase Germany’s charm. Beginning with a peaceful ride through the hills, this route takes you alongside the Mosel River, famous for its vineyards and meandering curves. A highlight is the lunch stop in Cochem, where the stunning Reichsburg Castle overlooks the town, inviting you to explore its medieval streets and cozy taverns. On the way back, we’ll follow the Rhine with stops in Bacharach, one of the Rhine’s most beautiful medieval towns, before returning to Rüdesheim by ferry.

Recommended accommodation with bike parking

See our list of recommended accommodation - all with suitable parking for your bike. In the video we show you our favourite ones so you can quickly chose your accommodation. If you want to support us to keep supporting you, we do ask you to book the accommodation via the links that we provide as an affiliate of Booking.com here and in the e-book.

Ferienwonung AM Brunnen

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Breuer's Rüdesheimer Schloss

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Ringhotel Central

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Weingut Magdalenenhof

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Rheingau Schalffassdorf

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GPX file

GPX/ITN files (a route, total track and tracks per part for GARMIN, TomTOM and BoomBox) of all the rides and connecting routes.

Video

Informative videos of the central points and highlighted accommodation of our tours and of the rides.

E-book

E-books of the tours, including recommended accommodation, and the rides.

Checklist

Several checklists to prepare your motorcycle holiday.

”How to” video

Different “How to” videos to help you on your way.