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Hiking through the vineyards in Rudesheim

# DescriptionREF. EXC_RUD7
Trip
Duration3h30
Discovery

We'll go to the center of Rüdesheim to catch a gondola lift to the Niederwalddenkmal, a monument built in the 19th century to commemorate the first unification of Germany. From there, you'll have a great view of the small city, the vineyards and the Rhine. We'll hike through the vineyards to the Abbey of St. Hildegard, built in the early 20th century. You'll have some free time to explore the abbey before we return to the ship through the vineyards once more.

PLEASE NOTE

  • Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes.
  • 8km-hike with a 300m elevation gain.
  • Times are approximate.
  • The order of the visits can change.

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