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Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)

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Niederwald Monument (Niederwalddenkmal)
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This majestic statue, over 30 feet tall, sits atop Rüdesheim's National Monument.
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Am Niederwald
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das Rebenhaus
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Adlerwarte Niederwald
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Drosselgasse
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  • ScotAlberta
    Sherwood Park, Canada694 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Big Monument With Great Views
    Great monument celebrating the unification of Germany by Prussians in the 1870s following the Franco-Prussian War. Recommend the walk up through the vineyards and the tram down after. Great vantage point of Rhine valley.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 29 October 2023
  • Peter R
    Dartford, United Kingdom1,303 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spectacular View
    From the town of Rudesheim you can see the Niederwald Monument towering over the town. A short ride up on the gondola, or if you are more energetic a meandering walk up the hillside will see you to the monument. The monument took nearly 12 years to build and symbolises the unification of Germany. The views from here of the Rhine valley are spectacular and definitely worth the effort.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 31 May 2024
  • jads4u
    Kansas City, Missouri207 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gorgeous gondola ride to Niederwald Monument
    Gorgeous gondola ride from Rüdesheim to the Neiderwald monument. The views of the Rhine River, vineyards and Rudesheim are very much worth the ticket price of 9 euros. I am afraid of heights and it didn’t bother me at all so no fear there. The monument is impressive and huge compared to the view from the river.
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 21 July 2024
  • Stephanie D
    Atlanta, Georgia1,478 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful views from the top of the mountain at the monument!
    Rudesheim was one of my favorite cities on the Rhine and honestly, riding the cable car up to the top of the mountain to see the monument was amazing. The views were so beautiful and it was so peaceful walking around the monument and the memorial. Considering the cost is so minimal to ride the cable car - this is not to be missed when in Rudesheim.
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 15 August 2024
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MayfieldParrish
Denver, CO1,093 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great Hike
Mar 2022
Do yourself a favor and take the walk up and down to see this attraction. The walk takes you through vineyards that look over the river and the town of Ruedesheim. It is just a beautiful hike. When you get to the top they have a cafe where you can get a bite to eat and relax with a glass of wine from the vineyards you hiked through. This was a really beautiful afternoon.
Written 26 March 2022
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FireballH
London, UK133 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Amazing view!
July 2021
The size of the monument is impressive!
There are also several benches for you to sit, take a breather and enjoy the amazing view.
You can walk up there or you can take the "Seilbahn" (cable car) for about 9 € (return tickets). Visiting the monument is free.
Written 24 July 2021
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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia56,014 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Historically significant
Sept 2022
Whilst I do undertand the historical significance of this monument and the great views from it I did not find it very special.

This monument was established in the wake of the German defeat of France in the Franco-PrussianWar in 1871.

The monument is high and imposing i and located on a pedestal and visible from some distance the statue is raising the Holy Roman crown in her right hand, and holding the Imperial Sword in her left.

Of greater enjoyment was the cable car ride from the town.
Written 4 November 2022
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jads4u
Kansas City, MO207 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Gorgeous gondola ride to Niederwald Monument
July 2024 • Couples
Gorgeous gondola ride from Rüdesheim to the Neiderwald monument. The views of the Rhine River, vineyards and Rudesheim are very much worth the ticket price of 9 euros. I am afraid of heights and it didn’t bother me at all so no fear there. The monument is impressive and huge compared to the view from the river.
Written 22 July 2024
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Stephanie D
Atlanta, GA1,478 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful views from the top of the mountain at the monument!
Aug 2024 • Couples
Rudesheim was one of my favorite cities on the Rhine and honestly, riding the cable car up to the top of the mountain to see the monument was amazing. The views were so beautiful and it was so peaceful walking around the monument and the memorial. Considering the cost is so minimal to ride the cable car - this is not to be missed when in Rudesheim.
Written 15 August 2024
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reppi
Hinterzarten, Germany858 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Historical monument in the UNESCO World Heritage Middle Rhine
Nov 2023 • Couples
The drive through the vineyards to the monument is very beautiful. Parking (€4.--) is OK, the grounds are well maintained all year round. The monument is impressive and an important witness to our history. (German Empire) Very beautiful view of the Rhine Valley and Rüdesheim. In summer by cable car or if there is time on foot, as I did with fellow hoteliers 30 years ago at the invitation of the Breuer family from Rüdesheim Castle. Mr. Breuer led us from Rüdesheim to the monument, then we planted several Riesling vines and hiked on to Assmannshausen. We took the boat back to Rüdesheim. You can do the tour any time - unfortunately without culinary delights in the Krone in Assmannshausen, which is unfortunately closed.
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Written 11 November 2023
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ScotAlberta
Sherwood Park, Canada694 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Big Monument With Great Views
Oct 2023 • Couples
Great monument celebrating the unification of Germany by Prussians in the 1870s following the Franco-Prussian War. Recommend the walk up through the vineyards and the tram down after. Great vantage point of Rhine valley.
Written 29 October 2023
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Peter R
Dartford, UK1,303 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Spectacular View
Mar 2024 • Friends
From the town of Rudesheim you can see the Niederwald Monument towering over the town. A short ride up on the gondola, or if you are more energetic a meandering walk up the hillside will see you to the monument. The monument took nearly 12 years to build and symbolises the unification of Germany. The views from here of the Rhine valley are spectacular and definitely worth the effort.
Written 31 May 2024
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Malissa H
18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful view and interesting history
June 2022 • Couples
A beautiful monument, a stunning view, and picturesque scenery. You could spend an afternoon exploring the trails in the forest at the top. It was very hot when we visited so we rode the tram to the top which was fun and convenient. It would be a beautiful hike through the vineyards as well.
Written 3 July 2022
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kleineanne
Biebergemuend, Germany43 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Majestic view
Aug 2020 • Friends
Perfect view of Rhine from above. Down the Rhine is it also a majestic view. The food kiosk has still a lot to improve though. It would've been a much better experience if up there, there is a better restaurant or wine bar.
Written 27 August 2020
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