Burgruine Ehrenfels — Attraction in Rüdesheim am Rhein

I have seen this castle many times while driving to other sightseeing destinations in the area and have been itching to go here. Finally made it here with two other adults and our four combined kids ages 6, 5, 3, and 2. I knew we wouldn't be able to enter the castle (I believe due to wildlife residing there), but one reviewer had said you could drive right up to it and walk around it, which is what we ended up doing using Google Maps as our guide (putting this exact pin in as our destination). We took the Rudesheim ferry from the southern side and then drove through paved trails between plots of grape vines, which I am fairly sure we shouldn't have been on, but the roads were plenty wide enough and safe enough for our sedan and no one stopped us. Once we arrived at the castle, there was a large pull-off directly in front of it that would fit 3-4 cars. We stopped and got out to admire what I can only call majesty of the location. The castle sits on a plot of land that is right on an inner curve of the Rhine river, with little barring its view of the water and its opposite edge. We walked down to entrance of the castle (to the left of the castle if looking straight at it from the road), which had a sturdy metal fence and locked gate allowing one to see into the castle but not to enter. There was an informational sign about the castle along the rock wall. This view had the largest view of the interior of the castle as you could see from any vantage point, except perhaps above, if there is a lookout you could get to that would grant better view (Rossel castle, perhaps, though we didn't go up there). We took a few pictures there then walked around to the other side of the castle, where a stone staircase with a bannister only on the inner side brings you down to what might have been a terrace overlooking the river, surrounded by tall sturdy rock walls. This gives you a better view of the exterior of the castle as seen from the river. In total, we spent about 45 minutes here looking around, taking photos, and letting the kids play. I have never enjoyed a ruin I couldn't enter as much as this one. It is such a shame it can't be accessed as I bet the view from the tower would be stunning. Overall, this is a trip that should absolutely be made if you like ruined castles with stunning settings and views, even despite not being able to go inside of it. I'm sure it would make a great hike or bicycle ride, especially in combination with Rossel castle, Niederwald monument, and the many other attractions in the immediate vicinity, but it is worth looking into driving directly to the castle if you have a handicap or...

(portoguise) (english) (François) Auf der Internetseite ist eine Telefonnummer unter der ihr Führungen erhalten könnt. Eine Ruine, die gar nicht so einfach erreichbar ist. Abgeschiedenes naturspektakel. Es gibt zwei Wege, oberhalb und unterhalb der weinbergterassen. Der untere war mein hinweg mit einer kleinen Gruppe. Der Weg war etwas verwahrlost aber dafür umso schöner. Ihr seid oberhalb der Gleise. Die Ruine selbst ist durch die Franzosen zerstört worden. Sie war eine Zollburg und gehörte zum Zollsystem des Mäuseturms. Der hohe Bergfried erinnert an einen Leuchtturm. Es empfiehlt sich etwas gegen Brennnessel und Mückenstiche zu haben. Die wachsen durch die kräftigen Regenfälle. Auf dem Rückweg gibt es Weinprobierstände. Ausweis und Paypal braucht ihr. Es geht per Überweisung. Viel Spaß wünsche ich euch. No site é um número de telefone em que você pode obter visitas guiadas. Uma ruína que não é tão fácil de alcançar. Espetáculo natural isolado. Existem dois caminhos, acima e abaixo dos terraços das vinhas. O inferior era meu com um pequeno grupo. O caminho foi um pouco negligenciado, mas por mais bonito ainda. Você está acima dos trilhos. A ruína em si foi destruída pelos franceses. Era um castelo da alfândega e pertencia ao sistema aduaneiro da torre do rato. A alta fortaleza lembra um farol. Recomenda-se ter algo contra urtigas e picadas de mosquito. Eles crescem através das fortes chuvas. No caminho de volta há bancas de degustação de vinhos. ID e Paypal você precisa. Vai por transferência bancária. Eu te desejo muita diversão. On the website is a phone number under which you can get guided tours. A ruin that is not so easy to reach. Secluded natural spectacle. There are two paths, above and below the vineyard terraces. The bottom one was mine with a small group. The way was a bit neglected but for it all the more beautiful. You are above the tracks. The ruin itself has been destroyed by the French. It was a customs castle and belonged to the customs system of the mouse tower. The high keep reminds of a lighthouse. It is recommended to have something against nettles and mosquito bites. They grow through the heavy rains. On the way back there are wine tasting stands. ID and Paypal you need. It goes by bank transfer. Have fun! Sur le site Web se trouve un numéro de téléphone sous lequel vous pouvez obtenir des visites guidées. Une ruine difficile à atteindre. Spectacle naturel isolé. Il y a deux chemins, au-dessus et au-dessous des terrasses du vignoble. Le dernier était le mien avec un petit groupe. Le chemin a été un peu négligé mais pour autant plus beau. Vous êtes au dessus des pistes. La ruine elle-même a été détruite par les Français. C'était un château fort et appartenait au système douanier de la tour à souris. Le donjon rappelle un phare. Il est recommandé d'avoir quelque chose contre les orties et les piqûres de moustiques. Ils grandissent à travers les fortes pluies. Sur le chemin du retour, des stands de dégustation de vin. ID et Paypal dont vous avez besoin. Cela se fait par virement bancaire. Je vous souhaite...

I lived in Bingerbruck from 1974 - 1976 while I was in the Army...saw Ehrenfels from our kitchen window every day, Several of us camped up there a few times and even rappelled the inner walls. It was kinda nasty in the turret (1000 yrs of bird poop) but for a 21 yr old who loves history it was heaven. I went back back in 1993 and ate kasekuchen and drank a couple beers just admiring the beautiful scenery. A wonderful area...