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The picturesque scenery of the Rhine Valley has embodied the River Rhine for over 2,000 years. Its remarkable countryside is dominated by rugged cliffs, terraced vineyards, romantic towns and sleepy villages. All along the Romantic Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there are castles nestled in lush forests on mountain ridges in majestic splendour. These stone relics of Germany's past, often shrouded in mystery and legend, are some of the most popular places to visit in the region.

One of the most anticipated spots along the Rhine is the Loreley, the legendary rock with its famous sculpture owes its fame to a mythical maiden whose siren songs once lured sailors to their deaths. Every year over a thousand festivals celebrating the region's wines take place all over the Rhine Valley, giving visitors plenty of opportunity to get a real taste of local flavours.