The Pfalz and Rhine Terrace Travel Guide
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Pfalz and wine go hand in hand. This region of vineyards and picturesque villages is the home of the German Wine Road and the country's greatest wine festival at Bad Dürkheim. No fewer than 6 of Germany's 13 wine-growing regions, including the two largest, are located in the area.
The Pfalz and Rhine Terrace Hotels
Accommodations in all price categories are plentiful, but book in advance if your visit coincides with a large festival. Bed-and-breakfasts abound. Look...read more
The Pfalz and Rhine Terrace Restaurants
Lunch in this region is generally served from noon until 2 or 2:30, dinner from 6 until 9:30 or 10. Credit cards have gained a foothold, but many restaurants...read more
Things To Do in The Pfalz and Rhine Terrace
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The Pfalz and Rhine Terrace Experiences
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Wine: German Rieslings are some of the most versatile white wines in the world—on their own or with food. For many, discovering Germany's... Read more
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Due to its sunny skies, warm weather, and fertile fields, many Germans consider the Pfalz their version of Tuscany. In addition to vineyards... Read more
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Wine has a big influence on the cuisine here. Not only must the food taste good with a glass of wine, but it's often used as an ingredient. The... Read more
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The Romans planted the first Rhineland vineyards 2,000 years ago, finding the mild, wet climate hospitable to grape growing. By the Middle Ages... Read more
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Attending a wine festival is fun and a memorable part of any vacation in wine country. You can sample local food and wine inexpensively and meet... Read more
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His invention—printing with movable type—transformed the art of communication, yet much about the life and work of Johannes Gutenberg... Read more
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