Windhagen

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Windhagen, located in the picturesque Rhineland-Palatinate region of Germany, is a charming destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat surrounded by natural beauty. Nestled in the foothills of the Siebengebirge mountain range, Windhagen offers an idyllic setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Visitors to Windhagen can explore the scenic trails that wind through the lush forests and rolling hills, providing ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and picnicking. The nearby Wiedtal reservoir offers a tranquil spot for fishing and boating, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with quaint villages and historic landmarks waiting to be discovered.

For history buffs, Windhagen is within easy reach of the historic city of Bonn, the birthplace of Beethoven and former capital of West Germany. Here, visitors can explore museums, galleries, and architectural wonders, including the majestic Beethoven House and the iconic Poppelsdorf Palace.

In addition to its natural beauty and cultural attractions, Windhagen is also known for its thriving local food scene, with traditional taverns and family-owned restaurants serving up hearty German cuisine and regional specialties. Visitors can indulge in authentic flavors and locally produced wines while soaking up the warm hospitality of the region.

Alternative names: Population: 4.2 thous. (2019)Area: 5.06 mi²Coordinates: 50°38'32"N, 7°21'10"E

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Nearby attractions include: Ludendorff Bridge, Großer Ölberg, Siebengebirge, Asberg.

6.5 miSW
Museum in towers of World War I bridge
Ludendorff Bridge, Remagen
166 min walk • The Ludendorff Bridge, often referred to as the Bridge at Remagen, holds a significant place in both the architectural and wartime history of Remagen, Germany. This bridge was a critical crossing over the Rhine River during World War II and became famously known for...
5.3 miNW
Nature, Mountain, Natural attraction
Großer Ölberg
137 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscape of the Siebengebirge, a cluster of hills in western Germany, Großer Ölberg stands as a natural beacon for hikers and nature enthusiasts. As the highest peak in this region, reaching an altitude of 460 meters, Großer Ölberg offers...
5.2 miNW
Nature, Mountain
Siebengebirge, Bad Honnef
134 min walk • The Siebengebirge, occasionally Sieben Mountains or Seven Mountains, are a hill range of the German Central Uplands on the east bank of the Middle Rhine, southeast of Bonn.
2.7 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Asberg
70 min walk • The Asberg is a hill, 441 m above sea level, on the Rheinwesterwald Volcanic Ridge on the northern edge of the Linz Heights. Until the 1970s it was the site of a basalt quarry.
4.7 miW
Mountain, View point, Forts and castles
Ruine Löwenburg, Bad Honnef
121 min walk • The Löwenburg is the ruin of a medieval hilltop castle on the 455 m high mountain of the same name in the Siebengebirge. It belongs to the urban area of Bad Honnef in the Rhine-Sieg district of North Rhine-Westphalia.
6.6 miSW
Area
Erpel, Remagen
168 min walk • Erpel is a municipality in the district of Neuwied, in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
5.8 miSW
Forts and castles
Burg Ockenfels, Linz am Rhein
149 min walk • Burg Ockenfels, originally Burg zur Leyen, is a castle near Ockenfels in the district of Linz am Rhein in the district of Neuwied in Rhineland-Palatinate.
6.2 miSW
City gate
Rheintor, Linz am Rhein
159 min walk • The Rhine Gate is a city gate tower of the city fortifications of Linz on the Rhine, located on the banks of the Rhine.
5.9 miSW
City gate
Neutor, Linz am Rhein
151 min walk • The Neutor is a city gate tower of the city fortifications of Linz on the Rhine. Built of basalt and slate quarry stone, it is the tallest building in the city at 25 meters and the easternmost of the Linz city gates, probably after the great city...
4.8 miE
Forts and castles
Burg Ehrenstein
124 min walk • Ehrenstein Castle is a small castle ruin in the Ehrenstein district of the local municipality of Asbach in the district of Neuwied, in the northern Westerwald.
6.2 miSW
Forts and castles
Burg Linz, Linz am Rhein
158 min walk • The Electoral Castle of Linz, also called Archbishop's Castle, is a town castle in Linz on the Rhine in northern Rhineland-Palatinate. It was built shortly after Linz was granted city rights by the Elector and Archbishop of Cologne as a bulwark ...