Wander the medieval lanes of Oberlahnstein's remarkably preserved old town — half-timbered guild houses, the Wenceslas Chapel, and the 14th-century Martinsburg — then settle into a local Weinstube for a curated tasting of Rhineland Rieslings.
What to expect
The old town of Oberlahnstein is one of the best-preserved medieval streetscapes on the Middle Rhine, with the 14th-century Martinsburg tollhouse guarding the riverside and the intimate Wenceslas Chapel — a Gothic jewel — tucked just steps from the waterfront. A local guide brings the guild history, the tollgate wars, and the Lahn-Rhine trade routes vividly to life. The walk culminates in a riverside Weinstube where the winemaker pours Mittelrhein Rieslings and a robust Spätburgunder — wines grown on the steep slate slopes visible from your glass. The entire experience is on your doorstep and deeply, authentically local.
Good to know
Book a guided town walk in advance via lahnstein.de or arrange through the Tourist-Information office near the pier. The Wenceslas Chapel has limited opening hours — confirm before visiting. Excellent option for a half-day that leaves time for a second excursion.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Lahnstein — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Lahnstein
- Eltz Castle: Private Guided Tour of Germany's Fairytale Fortress
- Marksburg Castle: The Rhine's Only Unruined Medieval Fortress
- Koblenz Cable Car & Ehrenbreitstein Fortress: Sky-High Rhine Views
- Lahneck Castle: Private Hilltop Tour at the Lahn's Mouth
- Rhine Valley Castle Cruise: Legendary Gorge by Private Charter