Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)
Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)
Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)
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This majestic statue, over 30 feet tall, sits atop Rüdesheim's National Monument.
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia48,535 contributions
Sep 2022
Whilst I do undertand the historical significance of this monument and the great views from it I did not find it very special.
This monument was established in the wake of the German defeat of France in the Franco-PrussianWar in 1871.
The monument is high and imposing i and located on a pedestal and visible from some distance the statue is raising the Holy Roman crown in her right hand, and holding the Imperial Sword in her left.
Of greater enjoyment was the cable car ride from the town.
This monument was established in the wake of the German defeat of France in the Franco-PrussianWar in 1871.
The monument is high and imposing i and located on a pedestal and visible from some distance the statue is raising the Holy Roman crown in her right hand, and holding the Imperial Sword in her left.
Of greater enjoyment was the cable car ride from the town.
Written November 4, 2022
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Malissa H
13 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
A beautiful monument, a stunning view, and picturesque scenery. You could spend an afternoon exploring the trails in the forest at the top. It was very hot when we visited so we rode the tram to the top which was fun and convenient. It would be a beautiful hike through the vineyards as well.
Written July 3, 2022
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MayfieldParrish
Denver, CO1,066 contributions
Mar 2022
Do yourself a favor and take the walk up and down to see this attraction. The walk takes you through vineyards that look over the river and the town of Ruedesheim. It is just a beautiful hike. When you get to the top they have a cafe where you can get a bite to eat and relax with a glass of wine from the vineyards you hiked through. This was a really beautiful afternoon.
Written March 26, 2022
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Steve C
Atlanta, GA244 contributions
Sep 2021
Nice monument commemorating the end of the Franco-Prussian war. This established "Germany" and is also considered the "Unification of Germany". There are benches in front of the monument, facing the river, and what a view it is! You can walk up from the town of Ruedesheim am Rhein or ride the cable car/gondola. There are bathrooms and a small restaurant nearby. Enjoy!
Written October 9, 2021
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Dayenlee79
Beuningen, The Netherlands688 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
The statue is huge. The surounding is nice, haa stunning view and we could sitting and enjoying the view over the rhein.
Written August 7, 2021
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FireballH
London, UK130 contributions
Jul 2021
The size of the monument is impressive!
There are also several benches for you to sit, take a breather and enjoy the amazing view.
You can walk up there or you can take the "Seilbahn" (cable car) for about 9 € (return tickets). Visiting the monument is free.
There are also several benches for you to sit, take a breather and enjoy the amazing view.
You can walk up there or you can take the "Seilbahn" (cable car) for about 9 € (return tickets). Visiting the monument is free.
Written July 24, 2021
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Amnon F
Tel Aviv District, Israel877 contributions
Jul 2021
this is a must if you are traveling in this area of the Rhine. the way upwinds through a beautiful forest. the views from the top are striking, the monument is really strong and meaningful.
I especially liked the vines rolling down from the top.
The monument and surroundings are well maintained with comfortable paths also suitable for trollies and wheelchairs.
there is ample paid parking and a place to get some refreshments and snacks
there are also several treks which enable walking up (or down) from the monument to Rudesheim
I especially liked the vines rolling down from the top.
The monument and surroundings are well maintained with comfortable paths also suitable for trollies and wheelchairs.
there is ample paid parking and a place to get some refreshments and snacks
there are also several treks which enable walking up (or down) from the monument to Rudesheim
Written July 11, 2021
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Cimmerianbloke
Rixensart, Belgium459 contributions
Jun 2021
German history has since the end of WWII been very shy to promote nationalism, but this amazing monument has a profound meaning in the German psyche, as it commemorates the birth of the nation after the 1870-1871 Franco-Prussian war. The Germania allegory representing the new-founded nation is overlooking the Rhine over the wine growing slopes of Rüdesheim. This is as far as I know the only colossal Germania statue in the whole country, and other Germanias are scarce, other than a couple in paintings. Getting there is easy enough, and although everything around was closed due to covid-19 restrictions, there are a couple of shops and a bar surrounding the site. Only complaint, the parking lot is quite small and you'll be charged 4,00€ for your stay (4,00€ daily charge).
Written June 21, 2021
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Coachmj99
Goldsboro, NC47 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
I visited the Niederwald Monument as part of a River tour. The monument is perched on top of a large ridge overlooking the river valley. I was struck by both the overall size and detail of the monument. I enjoyed just relaxing in the sun and taking in the scope of the project.
Written November 29, 2020
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Tim R
Hampton, VA429 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
We stopped at the Niederwald Monument after having walked the nearby trails that day. The monument is very well done and I appreciated that all of the signs were in English. I thought the displays did a nice job laying out the history of the monument and its connection to King Wilhelm and the WWII years (Hitler even held a rally here in 1933!). First, make sure you ride the Seilbahn tram up to the monument, as you’ll get great pictures of the monument behind the many vineyards. At the top, you’ll have the chance to see some great trails and see some fantastic views of the Rhine. Finally, there were bathrooms and a small cafe up near the monument as well. Highly recommend you visit Niederwald Monument.
Written October 12, 2020
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Lia J
2 contributions
Hoi,
Kun je deze wandeling, de totale trip zoals omschreven ook met ouderen maken.
M.a.w. is de wandeling zwaar vanaf het Jagdschloss naar het Niederdenkmal?
Dank voor je reactie.
Lia
joecool0613
Long Island288 contributions
We will be going on an Avalon trip this July. We plan on skipping the Siegfried's Mechanical Museum since we have seen it already. Will we have sufficient time to visit the town and also go to the top and back on the gondola? How much time approximately should we allocate to walk form the town to the gondola, take pictures from the summit and then return down and subsequently walk back to the ship? Also, is the open air gondola which is only for two people very small? I am concerned that my wife may be somewhat nervous about using it. Thank you for your advise.
kirsihaa
Brussels, Belgium116 contributions
The gondolien is indeed for two Persons but it is comfortable. We visited the place outside the peak tourist season and did not need to queuing for the ticket office. July might be different. Better to reserve time for that or check out if the have online booking which could make it quicker. If you have time it is also nice to walk back instead taking the gondola. On the walking trip back to the village you see lovely wine fields and a monastery with their winery.
susan m
New York City, NY12 contributions
when was the cable car installed here? thank you.
Raw10stall
Rossendale, UK940 contributions
before I was born 1954
is the cable car running all year round
Kay D
Wordsley, United Kingdom115 contributions
The cable car is open during the Christmas Markets
mariburr
Sarnia, Canada190 contributions
Thanks for all your reviews on Great Cable Car Ride up to Niederwald Monument”. I really want to do this after reading your reviews. Can someone tell me where you go to find this cable car from where Vikign docks? Within walking distance. Thanks
Russel A
Doncaster, UK460 contributions
Are you on the river cruise from Holland To Switzerland - Viking River cruises uses one of the main docks available on contract. After crossing the road and railway you look for hotel post and hotel droselberger. The drosselgasse is between these. A very narrow vine covered alley way with lots of wine cellars. A Rüdesheimer is essential!!!
Once at the top turn right and you follow the cobbled path, you cannot miss the cable car.
When you are up there you can walk the woodlands away from the cable car you used and go down a different one to assmannshousen and then jump a ten min train ride back for around €2.50 per person - Towards Hamburg not Köln. It is the same side as the station house.
Feel free to ask further questions and Bon Voyage!
T_Senaratne
Colombo, Sri Lanka291 contributions
What is the easiest way to reach this monument from FFT central station? Is it cable car or a chair lift that is there? Because we are travelling with a kid of 7 yrs. Can the three of us manage in 1 car?
georgiegirl1_11
Biggleswade398 contributions
It is a cable car, but open to the elements, I'm not sure if they allow an adult and child to sit together on one side, it's like swing boats.
john461212
Newchapel, UK973 contributions
Hello
I was wondering how long the cable car takes to go from Rudeshiem to the Niederwald Monument
Thank you
john Cliffe
Bobby1505
Port Hedland, Australia767 contributions
Sorry John, the cable car was closed when we went so we cheated, caught a taxi up and took the walk back down through the vineyards. The best walk ever which measures about 1.5 -2kms, but all downhill.
Taxi cost us10-15euros to go up and they are outside the train station on the main street.
I can't imagine the cable car would take more than 10-15 minutes. The longest part would be the wait in the busy season or so I am told.
Sorry, I could not help further.
Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal) (Ruedesheim am Rhein) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- (0.93 mi) Breuer's Rüdesheimer Schloss
- (0.88 mi) Papa Rhein Hotel
- (1.09 mi) Hotel Zum Baeren
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- Restaurants near Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal):
- (0.15 mi) Am Niederwald
- (0.17 mi) das Rebenhaus
- (0.95 mi) Restaurant Calimero
- (0.93 mi) Breuer's Rudesheimer Schloss
- (1.58 mi) Ristorante Pizzeria La Romantica