Loreley, Rock formation in Sankt Goarshausen, Germany
The Loreley rises 132 meters above the Rhine River, forming a natural slate cliff that creates a narrow passage for ships in the valley.
The location gained notoriety in the 10th century due to numerous shipwrecks caused by the strong currents and submerged rocks in the river.
German poet Heinrich Heine wrote a famous 1824 poem about a maiden named Loreley who sat upon the rock, singing melodies that distracted sailors.
The visitor platform near Sankt Goarshausen provides views of the Rhine River, the surrounding castles, and the twin towns along the waterway.
Ships passing through this section of the Rhine must follow specific light signals to navigate safely around the dangerous bend near the rock.
Location: Bornich
Elevation above the sea: 109 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Middle Rhine, Upper Middle Rhine Valley
Address: Lorelei, 56346 Sankt Goarshausen, Germany 56346 Sankt Goarshausen
Website: http://loreley-touristik.de
GPS coordinates: 50.13929,7.72869
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:06
Rhineland-Palatinate contains historical structures and natural landmarks. Eltz Castle stands above Moselle Valley, while Limburg Monastery displays Romanesque architecture. Pyrmont Castle sits by a waterfall. Teufelsfels rises in Hunsrück, customs fortress Pfalzgrafenstein controls the Rhine, and Frankenstein Castle shows medieval walls.
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