Sankt Goar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar

This town set in the heart of the Rhine Gorge is famous for its ancient castles, vineyards and a legendary rock.

Sankt Goar is an attractive town located on the west bank of the Rhine River. Visit its centuries-old churches and castles. Go hiking amid lush green landscapes and see a slice of the region’s winemaking culture. Sankt Goar is surrounded by the UNESCO-protected Rhine Gorge, in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. It takes its name from Goar of Aquitaine, a Celtic missionary who settled here in the 6th century.

Find historic landmarks along the streets of the small town center. Among these are the Stiftskirche Sankt Goar, Sankt Goar Town Hall and St. Goar and St. Elisabeth Parish Church. See displays of dolls, teddy bears and vintage toys at the German Dolls and Teddy Museum. Sample full-bodied, fruity wines, such as riesling, at the town’s bars and restaurants.

Follow the path uphill to the ruins of the mighty Rheinfels CastleOpens in a new window, which dates back to the 13th century. Explore the courtyards, tunnels and living quarters and browse museum exhibits about life in the Rhine Valley. Another interesting place to visit is Wahrschauer-und-Lotsenmuseum, where you can learn about boat piloting and signaling.

Catch a ferry across the Rhine River to Sankt Goarshausen, Sankt Goar’s sister town. Enjoy panoramic views from the Dreiburgenblick lookout. Admire the medieval architecture of Katz Castle and Maus Castle. Browse exhibits about winemaking in the Rhine Valley at Loreley Museum.

Walk along the riverfront to the mysterious 433-foot (132-meter) tall hill, LoreleyOpens in a new window. Discover the hill’s legends at Loreley Besucherzentrum visitor center. Watch concerts at Loreley Freilichtbühne and have summer fun on the Loreley-Bob Sommerrodelbahn toboggan ride. Walk down to the river to the Statue of Loreley, which portrays a mythical mermaid.

Reach Sankt Goar by catching a train from major German cities such as Bonn, Cologne and Frankfurt. Travel by foot along the RheinBurgenWeg trail, which connects a series of castles and towns in the Middle Rhine Valley. Alternatively, travel between the towns via canoe or ferry.

Hotel Schloss Rheinfels
Hotel Schloss Rheinfels
4 out of 5
Schlossberg 47, Sankt Goar, RP
The price is NZ$343 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
3 June - 4 June
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"Great location, near the Lorelei. Quiet area, clean rooms, great dining options. We stayed in the villa and our corner room overlooking the Rhine was a great view. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Definately would stay there again."

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Hotel Schloss Rheinfels
Weinhotel Landsknecht
Weinhotel Landsknecht
3 out of 5
Aussiedlung Landsknecht 4-6, Sankt Goar, RP
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$220 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Loreley and Maus Castle ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (154 reviews)
Wonderful location. Pleasant, individual hotel.
"Wonderful situation on the Rhein. Ample, free on-site parking. Charming staff. Spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast, both in the selection on offer and quality of food - and no plastic waste! Meat eaters enjoyed a delicious dinner in the restaurant. Veggie choice not so good. The main drawback for ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Weinhotel Landsknecht
Hotel Rheinfels
Hotel Rheinfels
Heerstraße 69, Sankt Goar, RP
The price is NZ$191 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this hotel in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and hiking/biking on site. Popular attractions Loreley and Stefans Wine Paradise are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (141 reviews)
"Boat for the Rhine river cruise and ferry ride to other side of the river conveniently located in front of the hotel. Plenty restaurants nearby. 20 minutes walk to Rheinfels castle."

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Hotel Rheinfels
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Exceptional vacation home in a fantastic location above Rheinfels Castle, Loreley
Exceptional vacation home in a fantastic location above Rheinfels Castle, Loreley
Sankt Goar
Stay at this vacation home in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Loreley and Rheinfels Castle are located nearby.
St Goar Apartment-Fantastic!
"We LOVED our stay at this apartment, high up on the hill above St Goar... The apartment, while somewhat funky, was tastefully decorated, had everything we needed, and was clean... The bed was SUPER comfortable, and the shower, while tiny, worked great with plenty of water pressure... LOCATION!!! ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Exceptional vacation home in a fantastic location above Rheinfels Castle, Loreley
Gemütliche Fewo, Ruhige Lage Direkt Über dem Rheintal Gegenüber der Loreley
Gemütliche Fewo, Ruhige Lage Direkt Über dem Rheintal Gegenüber der Loreley
Sankt Goar
Stay at this apartment in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Loreley and Stefans Wine Paradise are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
St Goar
"Absolutely a perfect place to stay. Steffi was a great hostess! Thank you"

Reviewed on 11 Oct. 2024

Gemütliche Fewo, Ruhige Lage Direkt Über dem Rheintal Gegenüber der Loreley
Beautifully located vacation apartment in Sankt Goar
Beautifully located vacation apartment in Sankt Goar
Sankt Goar
Stay at this apartment in Sankt Goar. Enjoy free WiFi and balconies. Popular attractions Loreley and Maus Castle are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
Schöner Urlaub
"Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt in St. Goar - Fellen. Die Ferienwohnung war sehr sauber und Ordentlich. Ich würde auf jeden Fall wieder hin gehen."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2023

Beautifully located vacation apartment in Sankt Goar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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