Explorations of a small German town and its famous castle.
Cochem, Germany, lies in a river valley surrounded by steep hills. It’s downriver from the more well known city of Trier. It’s main attraction is its castle and that’s why I visited. Obviously.
I took a quick stroll through town straight toward the castle. It was a Saturday morning and the weather was nice, and I figured the castle would be busy. I wasn’t wrong.
Wandering Jana Reichsburg Cochem (Cochem Castle) is perched on top of a steep hill overlooking the river.
Wandering Jana It’s kind of imposing.
Wandering Jana Very cute.
Wandering Jana Odd shaped half-timbered building.
Wandering Jana A much closer view of Cochem Castle.
Wandering Jana The first gate.
Wandering Jana The other side is adorable.
Wandering Jana View of Cochem from above.
Wandering Jana Even more Cochem.
Wandering Jana Second gate.
Wandering Jana Such an awesome building.
Wandering Jana The super tall central tower.
Wandering Jana I joined a tour as it was the only way to see the interior. My issue was that there were too many people per tour. We all barely fit in this room. I only got the pictures I did because I stayed at the back of the group.
Wandering Jana The castle was set on fire in the 17th century and reconstructed in the 19th century. Therefore, the decorations are Neo-Gothic. Many castles were rebuilt or redecorated during the same period throughout Europe.
Wandering Jana I love the decor.
Wandering Jana The Great Hall.
Wandering Jana A sitting area in the Great Hall. I love the furniture.
Wandering Jana The castle has wonderful views.
Wandering Jana Such a cool castle.
Wandering Jana Marktplatz. After seeing the castle, I headed out to see the town.
Wandering Jana Sooooo cute.
Wandering Jana The Bell Tower of St. Martin.
Wandering Jana Enderttor, another cool tower.
Wandering Jana Sooooo adorable.
Wandering Jana I walked across the bridge to get more views of the castle and town.
Wandering Jana Cochem lies along a river boat route apparently.
Wandering Jana So very cute.
Wandering Jana Cochem is a lovely little town.
Cochem was fun to explore. Other than too many people on the castle tour, my visit went relatively well. However, if you plan to come, bring some cash. No restaurant takes cards. Unfortunately common in Germany.
Check out my next update where I explore a small town with a waterfall right in the middle!
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