Reiseführer Rheinhessen, Rheingau

The Rheingau and Rheinhessen are among the oldest cultural landscapes in Germany. Many peoples have shaped the region in the southwest of Germany. Romanesque and Gothic architecture are at home here, but modernity has also long taken root. A host of winemakers leaves their mark, as Germany's best wines mature on the slopes flanking the river. Mainz and Wiesbaden, the metropolises of the two regions, are two quite different cities. One is considered chic, while the other is known for its sociability – and this also somewhat applies to the surrounding landscapes. Tolerance and hospitality are qualities that people here are often praised for, traits that short-term travelers appreciate just as much as long-term vacationers.

This comprehensive travel guide invites you to explore the region in all its facets: from Wiesbaden as the "Gateway to the Rheingau" to Mainz, northern Rheinhessen with Bingen on the Rhine, the Rhine Terraces, Worms, and Wonnegau, all the way to Alzey and the Rheinhessian Switzerland. A dedicated chapter focuses on wine, while another is devoted to hiking, as the region offers hundreds of kilometers of well-marked hiking trails ranging from shorter routes to day-long or multi-day tours.

Each chapter of the current travel guide begins with a double page that presents the content along with an overview map of the region, highlights, and page references. Color-coded page number boxes corresponding to the chapters facilitate navigation within the book. The guide includes tried-and-true practical tips for travel questions from A-Z. The expanded introduction features overview pages with descriptions of all regions, a yearly calendar of festivals and events, suggested routes, and the author's personal top tips. Additionally, there is detailed information on the history, culture, and traditions of this enchanting German region.