Kastorbrunnen, Koblenz

Name: Kastorbrunnen
Address: Koblenz, Germany

#8 among attractions in Koblenz

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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. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°21'45"N, 7°36'12"E

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Kastorbrunnen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~790 ftNE
Nature, Canyon
Middle Rhine, Koblenz
4 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...
~1150 ftNE
River confluence marked by giant statue
Deutsches Eck, Koblenz
6 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...
0.5 miS
Majestic palace on manicured grounds
Electoral Palace, Koblenz
13 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...
0.7 miNE
Elevated 19th-century fortress and museum
Festung Ehrenbreitstein, Koblenz
18 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 ftW
Historic church in the Romanesque style
Basilica of St. Castor, Koblenz
1 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...
~430 ftE
Aerial tramway, Cable car
Seilbahn Koblenz, Koblenz
3 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.
0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Löhr-Center, Koblenz
16 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.
0.4 miW
Historical place, Forts and castles, Gothic architecture
Old Castle, Koblenz
11 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.
1.2 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Neo-renaissance architecture
DB Museum, Koblenz
30 min walk • The DB Museum in Koblenz was opened on 21 April 2001 as the first remote site of the Nuremberg Transport Museum.
~1830 ftSW
Theater
Theater Koblenz, Koblenz
9 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.
0.5 miW
Bridge
Baldwin Bridge, Koblenz
12 min walk • The Baldwin Bridge is a stone arch bridge over the Moselle in Koblenz, Germany. It is the oldest surviving bridge in the city and was built in the 14th century under Archbishop Baldwin of Luxembourg.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kastorbrunnen?

Nearby attractions include Basilica of St. Castor, Koblenz (1 min walk), Seilbahn Koblenz, Koblenz (3 min walk), Middle Rhine, Koblenz (4 min walk), Historiensäule, Koblenz (6 min walk).

How to get to Kastorbrunnen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kastorbrunnen:

Bus

Deutsches Eck/Seilbahn • Lines: 1 (1 min walk)
Am alten Hospital • Lines: 1 (2 min walk)

Train

Koblenz-Ehrenbreitstein (8 min walk)
Koblenz-Lützel (17 min walk)

Tram

Stop • Lines: Schrägaufzug Ehrenbreitstein (13 min walk)