Sankt Goar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar

This town set in the heart of the Rhine Gorge is famous for its ancient castles, vineyards and a legendary rock.

Sankt Goar is an attractive town located on the west bank of the Rhine River. Visit its centuries-old churches and castles. Go hiking amid lush green landscapes and see a slice of the region’s winemaking culture. Sankt Goar is surrounded by the UNESCO-protected Rhine Gorge, in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. It takes its name from Goar of Aquitaine, a Celtic missionary who settled here in the 6th century.

Find historic landmarks along the streets of the small town center. Among these are the Stiftskirche Sankt Goar, Sankt Goar Town Hall and St. Goar and St. Elisabeth Parish Church. See displays of dolls, teddy bears and vintage toys at the German Dolls and Teddy Museum. Sample full-bodied, fruity wines, such as riesling, at the town’s bars and restaurants.

Follow the path uphill to the ruins of the mighty Rheinfels CastleOpens in a new window, which dates back to the 13th century. Explore the courtyards, tunnels and living quarters and browse museum exhibits about life in the Rhine Valley. Another interesting place to visit is Wahrschauer-und-Lotsenmuseum, where you can learn about boat piloting and signaling.

Catch a ferry across the Rhine River to Sankt Goarshausen, Sankt Goar’s sister town. Enjoy panoramic views from the Dreiburgenblick lookout. Admire the medieval architecture of Katz Castle and Maus Castle. Browse exhibits about winemaking in the Rhine Valley at Loreley Museum.

Walk along the riverfront to the mysterious 433-foot (132-meter) tall hill, LoreleyOpens in a new window. Discover the hill’s legends at Loreley Besucherzentrum visitor center. Watch concerts at Loreley Freilichtbühne and have summer fun on the Loreley-Bob Sommerrodelbahn toboggan ride. Walk down to the river to the Statue of Loreley, which portrays a mythical mermaid.

Reach Sankt Goar by catching a train from major German cities such as Bonn, Cologne and Frankfurt. Travel by foot along the RheinBurgenWeg trail, which connects a series of castles and towns in the Middle Rhine Valley. Alternatively, travel between the towns via canoe or ferry.

Hotel Schloss Rheinfels

Hotel Schloss Rheinfels

4.5 out of 5
Schlossberg 47, Sankt Goar, RP
The price is ₹17,546 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹17,546
₹18,774 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star spa hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (258 reviews)
"I have stayed here several times. The castle, the terrace and the wonderful dining are exemplary"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Hotel Schloss Rheinfels
Weinhotel Landsknecht

Weinhotel Landsknecht

3.5 out of 5
Aussiedlung Landsknecht 4-6, Sankt Goar, RP
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹10,795 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹10,795
₹11,551 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Loreley and Maus Castle ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (163 reviews)
"Very nice experience. Only negative was because the family apartment was in the upstairs attic. It was hot. They have a unit in the bedroom to cool and it did well in there but the rest of the apartment was boarder line warm. We were fine with it but I would not be able to handle the summer months ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Weinhotel Landsknecht
Hotel Rheinfels

Hotel Rheinfels

Heerstraße 69, Sankt Goar, RP
The price is ₹9,843 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹9,843
₹10,533 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and hiking/biking on-site. Popular attractions Loreley and Stefans Wine Paradise are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (143 reviews)
"Boat for the Rhine river cruise and ferry ride to other side of the river conveniently located in front of the hotel. Plenty restaurants nearby. 20 minutes walk to Rheinfels castle."

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Hotel Rheinfels
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
dingdong koblenz - city apartments

dingdong koblenz - city apartments

Löhrstraße 97, Koblenz
Stay at this apartment in Koblenz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, satellite TV channels and premium bedding. Popular attractions Deutsches Eck and Herz Jesu Kirche are located ...
6/10 (42 reviews)
Its OK - depends on your needs.
"Its ok. No air-conditioning but the weather is not hot too. Also, no elevator to 3rd floor where i stayed. So, due to climbing of a long staircase, I have to get all my stuff for the day everyday before going out to avoid climbing multiple times a day. Although, The room is clean and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2024

dingdong koblenz - city apartments
PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein

PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein

4 out of 5
Römerstraße 38, ( Navigation alternativ: Salzbornst, Boppard, RP
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Boppard. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Bodobrica Ruined Roman Fort and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
"hard to describe the experience as we arrived in Frankfurt after 7 P.M. and didn't get on the road till 8 it was getting dark and finding this small village was very difficult for someone not familiar with the area. Didn't arrive till almost 11 no one there fortunately the door was unlocked and the ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

PARK VILLA zentral am Mittelrhein
Burgenheimat

Burgenheimat

Hochstr. 25, Rhens
Stay at this aparthotel in Rhens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a pillow menu. Popular attractions Deutsches Eck and Haus Zum Marienbildchen are ...
"This little apartment was a great jumping off point for our weekend in the Mosel Valley. We were able to park in front of the hotel at night for free with the blue parking ring. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. Soap in the shower, extra bathmats for the bathroom floor (there ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2024

Burgenheimat
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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