Koblenz is located at the junction of the Rhine and Moselle (Mosel) rivers. Numerous historic buildings and cultural monuments, beautiful parks and romantic narrow streets, river promenades and calm atmosphere make this town an ideal place for relaxing and quiet vacations.
Visitors from different parts of the world enjoy discovering the history and rich cultural heritage of Koblenz. You can explore its old towers and castles to learn more about the town's eventful past. From the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress you can view the famous Deutsches Eck Monument dedicated to German unity and the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers.
Koblenz is divided into two parts – old town and new town. In the ancient part you will find many historic buildings such as the Basilica of Saint Castor, the Church of Our Beloved Lady, and the Church of St. Florin. Ehrenbreitstein fortress is built high above the town. It is one of the largest castles in Europe. In the new part you can visit numerous shops.
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