Discover the most magical old towns in Rhineland-Palatinate!

Discover the most magical old towns in Rhineland-Palatinate!

Rhineland-Palatinate is not only known for its breathtaking wine landscapes, but also for a variety of picturesque old towns that bribe through their history and architecture. In a recent article by Merkur are presented in the region. Published on April 27, 2025 by Jakob Hertl, this overview offers a fascinating insight into the cultural heritage and beauty of these cities.

one of the most prominent cities is Trier , with the Porta Nigra, an impressive relic from the Roman period and known as one of the oldest cities in Germany. But Bad Dürkheim with historical Römerplatz and Mainz , where the St. Martin domes the cityscape, are absolutely worth seeing. Speyer as a technology location and medieval fortress rounds off the list, while Worms next to the Martinspforte and the Luther monument, especially with its important Jewish heritage.

cultural highlights and Jewish legacy

Jewish history in Rhineland-Palatinate is particularly impressive and characterized by important centers such as Speyer, Worms and Mainz-together as "Schum". In the Middle Ages, these cities were important points of contact for the Ashkenazic Jews. In the historic Judenhof in Speyer, whose mikwe has been preserved from the 12th century, there is a significant testimony to this tradition. The remains of the Great Synagogue and the Historical Frauenschul from the 13th century also tell of a blooming Jewish community.

In Worms, the well -preserved mikwe in the synagogue garden is reminiscent of the important Jewish culture of the region. The old Jewish cemetery facility "Heiliger Sand" is one of the oldest of its kind in Europe and houses around 2,500 graves. It is a place of an awe in connection with the synagogue in Mainz, which was rebuilt in 2010 after the fire of 1938 and was designed by the architect Manuel Herz.

other old towns worth seeing

The list of urban treasures in Rhineland-Palatinate continues with many other remarkable places. The picturesque city of Cochem is known for the Reichsburg, which sits over the old town and offers an impressive sight, especially at night. In Koblenz , visitors can expect the German corner, where Rhine and Moselle flow together. The charming alleys Freinsheims and the cozy places in Landau invite you to linger.

• Bad Dürkheim
• trier
• Neustadt an der Weinstraße
• idar-Oberstein
• Cochem
• Mainz
• Freinsheim
• Koblenz
• Saarburg
• Bingen am Rhein
• Montabaur
• Bernkastel-Kues
• rhens
• Traben-Trarbach
• Hachenburg
• Boppard
• monreal
• Bad Kreuznach
• Worms
• Landau in the Palatinate
• Deidesheim
• Bacharach
• Alzey
• Kirchheimbolanden
• Speyer

The list is by no means final. Host cities invite visitors to discover their favorite spots and share their own recommendations. Further information about the Rhineland-Palatinate World Heritage can be found on Welterbe Tour . The interaction of history, culture and impressive landscapes makes a visit to Rhineland-Palatinate an unforgettable experience that is worthwhile for those interested in history and culture.