A beautiful little town on the banks of the Moselle River in Rhineland-Palatinate, Traben-Trarbach is a wonderful destination for a romantic weekend. Close to the foot of Mont Royal, the town is surrounded by the verdant forests and vineyards of the Middle Moselle. A wine-trading hub for centuries, the town has long attracted foodie visitors; the best place to stay in Traben-Trarbach has welcomed guests for more than a century.
Amble along the river banks to admire imposing art nouveau edifices. Once home to wealthy wine traders, most of these houses feature big underground cellars; many have been transformed into atmospheric restaurants and bars, or intimate hotels. Guided tours of the town’s historic centre come highly recommended, as do wanders around the ruins of Grevenburg Castle or the Fortress Mont Royal. Museum Row, which boasts the Middle Mosel Museum, the House of Icons and the City Tower, will delight culture buffs.
Venture into the surrounding countryside for tours and tastings at award-winning wineries, or challenging hiking and mountain biking opportunities on the slopes between the vineyards. The 365km Moselsteig trail is a particular highlight. Expect a lively events calendar centred on the harvest — and book your room at the best place to stay in Traben-Trarbach well in advance if travelling in season!
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Traben-Trarbach
A beautiful riverside hotel in the quaint Traben-Trarbach. Dating from 1903, this attractive art-noveau hotel has fashionable, comfortable rooms. Indulge in a relaxing sauna or head to the beauty lounge for a massage. In the evening soak up the art-noveau ambience in its award-winning restaurant.
