Explore Limburg and Bonn

On the way to Limburg, stop for a nice breakfast and a delicious cup of coffee.
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 6:30a.m.–6:30p.m. Saturday 6a.m.–1p.m. Sunday 7a.m.–5p.m.

This perfectly preserved late Romanesque style building is situated on a cliff above the Lahn River. Originally, a church stood here which built in the 8th century and dedicated to St. George. Then in 910, Count Conrad Kurzbold built a three aisled basilica on the remains. In 1235 it was consecrated by the archbishop of Trier.
During its history, the cathedral went through several renovations and extension. This had an effect on the interior design as every change added different styles to te building. Finally, between 1965 and 1990 the church restored to its original Romanesque style.
Architecturally this building is beautiful. The cross shaped ground plan, the half columns and massive pillars which carrying the vault. You can find Gothic elements on the galleries where you see pointed arch vault and “opened” walls with corridors and arcades. You can discover the Moorish influence in the elevated gallery.
As you are walking in, there are many beautiful designs are waiting for you. The Gothic tabernacle which sculpted from whinstone in 1496. The round window which shows St. George and the coats of arms of the worldly and ecclesiastical authorities around him from 1882. The organ which has 60 organ stops with 4306 organ pipes and made by Johannes Klais in 1978. Stained glass windows created by Hubert Spierling from Krefeld in 1993, Johannes Schreiter in 1977, and Georg Meistermann in the late 1980s. Finally, the medieval frescoes dating from 1220 to 1235.
Enjoy this beautiful place.
Opening Hours April – October 8:00am – 19pm November – March 9:00am – 17pm

Take a short break in this rustic and cozy restaurant, than continue your journey.
Opening Hours Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m Closed Sundays

Your next stop is the Schloss Drachenburg. It is a Gothic styled private villa designed as a palace. It built from 1882 until 1884 on the Drachenfells hill by Baron Stephan von Sarter.
As you arrive to the palace, two large, golden stags welcome you. There are also two staircase which brings you through the Venus terrace to the building.
As you are standing inside enjoy the beautiful carved wooden panels, ornamented vaults as well as Baroque style frescoes and colorful stained glasses.
The palace also offers an incredible view of the Rhine, the densely forested Siebengebirge, and even the Cologne cathedral. Stop and enjoy the place where once poets such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Hölderlin used to gather inspiration for Rhine Romanticism. After the tour enjoy a bite to eat in the palace`s Bistro.
Opening Hours Opening times 2022 January and February 2022 closed March 2022 daily 12 to 5 pm April to 1st of May 2022 daily 11 am to 6 pm 2nd of May to 10th of May 2022 closed 11th of May to 1st of November 2022 daily 11 am to 6 pm 2nd of November and December 2022 daily 12 to 5 pm All advent weekends SAT and SUN 12 to 7 pm 24th of December 2022 closed 31st of December 2022 closed

Let`s visit the house of one of the prominent figures in the classical music Ludwig van Beethoven. It is the place where the composer was born and grew up.
Inside in the low-ceiling rooms you find a museum which provides an experience about Beethoven’s life in an exciting way. At the back of the building, you can discover captivating artifacts from his birth until 1792. For example, the original portraits of the family, baptism entry, and personal greeting cards. In the front of the building gives an insight of the composer life in Vienna by exhibiting his handwritten sheet music, instruments, ear trumpets which he used for his deafness and his death mask. Learn and enjoy the life and music of this exceptional composer.
Opening Hours Wednesday to Monday 10 am - 6 pm (last admission at 5:30 pm). The museum is closed on Tuesdays.

Your next stop is one of the oldest churches in Bonn. It was built between the 11th and 13th century on the site of the graves of Cassius and Florentius who were martyrs and city patrons. The building became the center of the Electorate and Archbishopric of Cologne. The style of the church is a mixture of Romanesque and gothic elements. The inside decoration is reflecting the combination of Baroque period, the last century, and present days. Enjoy this special atmosphere.
After visiting the church, stop at the Beethoven Monument. It is situated on the square in front of the church. The statue was designed by Ernst Hähnel and built by Jacob Daniel Burgschmiet in 1845. As you are examining the monument you can discover the four allegorical representations of Beethoven`s music.
Opening Hours Monday - Friday 7.30 a.m. to 7.00 p.m Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m

The next stop brings you to the nature. The history of the Botanic Garden began with the building of University of Bonn in 1818. The founder and the first director were Nees von Esenbeck between 1818 and 1830.
Experience the garden`s unique trees, discover the greenhouses with their tropical plants, subtropical ferns, rainforest species, Mediterranean plants, cactuses, orchids, enormous water lilies and carnivorous species. Discover the herbs and scents in the kitchen garden during summer.
Enjoy the Botanic Gardens as they are always give you a great time.
Opening Hours Summer opening hours (1 April to 30 September) Monday – Wednesday & Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm (except on public holidays) Saturday: closed Sunday and public holidays: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Winter opening hours (1 November to 31 March) Monday to Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Weekends and public holidays (including Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) closed

It is time for a delicious dinner. This rustic restaurant offers excellent food and lovely atmosphere. You can reserve your table here
Opening Hours Tuesday to Saturday 6 pm to 11 pm

You had a long day, so let`s check in this elegant 17th-century building and get ready for tomorrow. Take a walk at the Rhine River which is only 4 minutes away.