Koblenz Fortress, Koblenz

Name: Koblenz Fortress
Address: Koblenz, Germany

#22 among attractions in Koblenz

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Koblenz Fortress was part of a Prussian fortress system near the city of Koblenz in Germany which consisted of the city fortifications of Koblenz and Ehrenbreitstein and exterior supporting constructions such as entrenchments and forts. Koblenz fortress was built in three stages: 1815–1830, 1859–1868 and 1871–1886. The designers were: Ernst von Aster and Gustav von Rauch. Individual parts of the fortification have been preserved, other parts were demolished over the course of time. For example, in 1890 part of the fortress was declassified, the gates were demolished between 1896–1899 and further structures were demolished in the years 1920–1927. ()

Local name: Festung Koblenz Coordinates: 50°20'60"N, 7°36'0"E

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Koblenz Fortress – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Middle Rhine, Deutsches Eck, Electoral Palace, Festung Ehrenbreitstein.

1 miN
Nature, Canyon
Middle Rhine, Koblenz
26 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Koblenz, Germany, the Middle Rhine is a majestic body of water that offers tourists a picturesque slice of German heritage and natural beauty. This storied river segment is renowned for its enchanting landscape, brimming with steep vineyards...
1.1 miN
River confluence marked by giant statue
Deutsches Eck, Koblenz
28 min walk • Deutsches Eck, or the "German Corner," is a renowned monument situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers in the historic city of Koblenz, Germany. This significant landmark not only offers stunning views of the joining rivers but also serves as a symbol...
0.4 miN
Majestic palace on manicured grounds
Electoral Palace, Koblenz
11 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Koblenz, Germany, the Electoral Palace (Kurfürstliches Schloss) stands as a testament to the rich architectural heritage and historical significance of the region. This grand castle, with its elegant Baroque design, was built in the...
1.4 miNE
Elevated 19th-century fortress and museum
Festung Ehrenbreitstein, Koblenz
35 min walk • Perched above the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers, the imposing Festung Ehrenbreitstein stands as a sentinel over the city of Koblenz, Germany. This fortress, with its roots tracing back to the early 11th century, is a masterpiece of military architecture...
0.9 miN
Historic church in the Romanesque style
Basilica of St. Castor, Koblenz
23 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Koblenz, Germany, stands the Basilica of St. Castor, a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This Catholic church, with its origins dating back to the 9th century, is the oldest church in Koblenz and serves as a remarkable...
0.9 miN
Aerial tramway, Cable car
Seilbahn Koblenz, Koblenz
23 min walk • The Koblenz cable car is an aerial lift that was opened in 2010 in Koblenz, Germany for the Bundesgartenschau the following year. It connects the banks of the river Rhine and the hill plateau next to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. The cable car system has an 890m length and elevates 112m.
0.9 miN
Monuments and statues
Kastorbrunnen, Koblenz
23 min walk • The Kastorbrunnen in the forecourt of the Basilica of St. Kastor in Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, is a curious testimony of the Napoleonic Wars. The fountain, built in 1812, was connected to the first aqueduct of the Elector Palatine.
0.7 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Löhr-Center, Koblenz
19 min walk • The Löhr-Center is a shopping center in the city center of Koblenz. It was opened in 1984 north of the Sacred Heart Church adjacent. The operator of the Löhr-Center is ECE Projektmanagement GmbH & Co.
0.9 miN
Historical place, Forts and castles, Gothic architecture
Old Castle, Koblenz
23 min walk • The Old Castle was a former Elector-owned, substantial water castle in the German city of Koblenz, incepted in the 13th century. It is today reduced to the later Burghaus; which houses the city archives. It sits on tall foundations and has a tall, black slate roof with further floors in the attic and two small cupolas.
1.3 miSW
Museum
German Federal Archives, Koblenz
34 min walk • The German Federal Archives or Bundesarchiv are the National Archives of Germany. They were established at the current location in Koblenz in 1952. They are subordinated to the Federal Commissioner for Culture and the Media under the German Chancellery, and before 1998, to the Federal Ministry of the Interior.
0.6 miN
Theater
Theater Koblenz, Koblenz
15 min walk • The Theater Koblenz is a multi-arts theatre with its own ensembles for drama, music theatre, puppetry and ballet located in Koblenz, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Koblenz Fortress?

Nearby attractions include Pfaffendorf Bridge, Koblenz (8 min walk), Electoral Palace, Koblenz (11 min walk), Theater Koblenz, Koblenz (15 min walk), Historiensäule, Koblenz (18 min walk).

How to get to Koblenz Fortress by public transport?

The nearest stations to Koblenz Fortress:

Bus

Markenbildchenweg • Lines: 3, 3/13, 5/15 (5 min walk)
Pfaffendorf Kirche • Lines: 26, 6 (7 min walk)

Train

Koblenz Hbf (13 min walk)
Koblenz Stadtmitte (19 min walk)

Tram

Stop • Lines: Schrägaufzug Ehrenbreitstein (29 min walk)