Cochem

Cochem is a destination in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany. It offers visitors a range of attractions and experiences in a distinctive setting.

Cochem is on the Mosel river route B49, 92 km (57 miles) northeast of Trier , 51 km (32 miles) southwest of Koblenz , 90 km south of Bonn, and 170 km (106 miles) west of Frankfurt.

By car

Cochem is between Trier and Koblenz. You can either follow the B49/B53 road along the Moselle River (most scenic option), or take the E44 (A48/A1) motorway between the two cities, until exit 2, then go down the hill on the B259 road.

There are direct local trains from Luxembourg (1h45min), Trier (50 min to 1hr 10min), Koblenz (40-55 min), Bonn (1hr 20min), and Cologne (1hr 45min).

By plane

The closest airports to Cochem are:

Frankfurt Hahn

( 25 km away ).

 

Cologne/Bonn

( 90 km away ).

 

Frankfurt

( 110 km away ).

 

By train and local bus

IC trains , ( Koblenz

Saarbrücken ). The train travels mostly along the left bank of the river Mosel. The train-station of Cochem is in the east-end of the town, less than 500 meters from the center. From the train-station and the centre of town, you can take frequent bus and less frequent river boat connections to most of the villages along the Mosel-valley, that have no train-connection.

The town centre of Cochem is compact and walkable. Local buses connect the main districts and nearby attractions. Taxis are available from the train station.

Senfmühle .

The historical mustard mill, built around 1810, is the last one of its kind in Europe. Mustard miller Wolfgang Steffens produces various types of outstanding gourmet mustard according to choice, time-honoured recipes and processes at one of the oldest mustard mills in Europe, established in 1810.  

Klotten Wildlife and Leisure Park .

 

Cochem Castle

( Schloss Reichsburg ),

Schlossstraße 36 ,

☏

+49 2671 255 ,

[email protected] .

09:00 - 17:00 .

At a high elevation, it overlooks the area, dominates the town, and is an impressive feature. A restored 10th-century ruin, the result is a mixture of styles that make it a pleasant and interesting building.

tour €8.50 .   ( updated Mar 2023 )

Stop at the tourist office first on Endertplatz 1. They have loads of information to orientate you to Cochem and are very helpful.

H.H. Hieronimi ,

Stadionstraße 2 ,

☏

+49 2671 221 .

Daily at 11:00 and 15:00 .

Wine cellars tour and tasting  

Seselbahn to the Pinnerkreuz mountain

( Chairlift ),

Endertstraße 44 .

The chairlift is operated between Easter and mid-November 09:30-18:30 .

From there you may enjoy the very best view of the castle, the Mosel-valley and its surroundings. From the top of the mountain you can take several hiking-paths or spend some time in the restaurant with a perfect view on the castle.

€4 one-way or €5.50 return. .  

Mosel-Wein-Express .

Take a tour with the small street-train. The tours starts on a regular basis in the centre. The ride takes about 30 minutes and costs €4 for adults and €2for children.  

Stroll along the Moselle .

The flower-bedecked Moselle promenade is a lovely place for a stroll, and there are plenty of benches when you're ready for a break.  

Bicycle rental .

All along the Mosel there are bike paths. A day's hire costs about €8 a day. To rent a bicycle you need to show a valid ID and leave a €20

The area revolves around excellent wine and good food. A number of wineries have cosy restaurants where fine cuisine and regional specialties are served. While the town may only boasts a few churches, it makes up for it in the wealth of weinstübe, pubs, restaurants, bistros, cafes and hotels, offering traditional regional fare, in additional to dishes from many other regions exist.

The following is just a small selection of restaurants offerings. While exploring, you are sure to find many more.

Castle Thorschenke

( hotel and restaurant ).

Dates from the 14th century?" Local theme, price: US$11–20  

Hotel Germania ,

Moselpromenade 1

( on the Mosel promenade in the centre of Cochem ).

Local theme.

Price: US$11–20 .  

Speisegaststätte Noss ,

Moselpromenade 4 .

Fleischerei-Gaststätte.  

Hotel/Restaurant Lohspeicher 'l'Auberge du Vin' ,

Obergasse 1

( Am Marktplatz ),

☏

+49 26 71 39 76 .

Top gourmet restaurant

More expensive than average. .  

San Christobal ,

Endertstraße 7 ,

☏

+49 2671 4199 .

Mexican and International.  

La Baia, Pizzeria ,

Josef-von-Stelb-Platz 1 ,

☏

+49 2671 8040 .

Restaurant, sunny terrace.  

Australia

Wine tasting is possible everywhere in and around Cochem, many also serve good food.

Antique Weinstube Alte Gutssehanke ,

Schlossstraße 6 ,

☏

+49 2671 8950 .

Organizes tasting from his own vineyard and from a vast collection.  

Weinstube Zum Kapuziner ,

Pater-Martin-Str. 10 ,

☏

+49 2671-1418 .

Vinothek and Weinstube (wine bar) with a terrace overlooking the Mosel. Wine by the glass and traditional home cooked meals from the vintner's kitchen.  

Weingut Andrae-Goebel ,

Herrenstr. 24 ,

☏

+49 2671-7447 .

Winebar in a historic building where you can taste all the wines they produce on their vineyard in Ernst. Bottled wine, liquers and brandy, homemade marmelades, vinegars and many items related to wine.  

Weingut Winzerhof Rieslingstub'n ,

Endertstr. 24-28 ,

☏

+49 2671-7297 .

A small winery in the heart of town run by Rolf and Erika Haxel. Wine tasting in a relaxing courtyard in the shadow of vine-plants. Also offers classic Rieslingsekt in dry or brût.  

Beer & cocktails

Murphy's ,

Endertstr. .

A funky pub, good conversation, live music at night. Besides beer they serve cocktails, not famous for their food or wine. A few internet te

Cochem is the recognized centre of a geographical area especially well suited for tourism. There are over 3.300 beds, from budget to luxury, in area hotels, pensions, hostel, camping and vacation homes. Of the 350.000 annual overnight guests, 150,000 are foreigners.

There are three camping areas in Cochem.

Campingplatz am Freizeitzentrum ,

☏

+49 2671-97990 .

On the river-edge in Cond near the pool, recreation center and shopping plaza. Campers, tents, and boat accommodation.  

Campingplatz Schausten ,

Endertstr. 124 ,

☏

+49 2671-7528 .

Family camping

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Local wine and liqueurs. Especially in the pedestrian area you may buy a big choice of wines from the Mosel-valley. Almost every 2nd shop is wine-store and depending on the year expect to pay about €3-5 0.7-litre bottle.

Shops

Weingut Göbel-Schleyer

( opposite the hotel Alte Thorschenke at the bridge end of the pedestrian area. ),

☏

+49 2671 7444 .

Souvenir stoneware-bottle with 0.7 litres of Mosel-wine €4.40. smaller size 0.5 litre; €3.30. Wine tasting and many other local items.  

Fleischerei/Metzgerei Hans Noss

( Artisan Butcher Shop ),

Bernstr. 17

( the pedestrian area ),

☏

+49 2671 7778 .

Fine meats, wursts, delicatessen for more than 150 years. Chef/Owner: Seigfried Schmitz.  

Bäckerei Die Lohners

( Frau Gansen ),

Bernstr. 10 ,

☏

+49 26 71 73 77 .

Opening times: M-F 07:00-18:00, Sa 07:00-14:00, Su 13:00-16:30 .

Large range of bakery products, natural breads, bio-products.

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