Palazzo Lower

Palazzo Lower is perfectly situated in the heart of Bacharach, offering picture-perfect views from every window. Overlooking the charming market square, the historic Roman church, the iconic ruins of the Werner Chapel (the emblem of Rhine romanticism), and the beautiful Posthof complex, you’ll find yourself immersed in history. Nearly everything is within a 1-2 minute walk. Built in the 1880s, the apartment retains the charm of its original stucco and wooden floors, while an elegant, mid-century-inspired style creates a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The open-plan lounge and dining area feature a compact yet fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom, like the rest of the apartment, has been freshly renovated. Instead of a simple stucco ceiling, it showcases exposed structural beams, Italian-style tiles, and a spacious, spa-like shower for a truly relaxing experience. The apartment features two bedrooms—one with a queen bed and the other with a king bed. A rooftop area, complete with a table and chairs, provides the perfect spot to enjoy an evening glass of wine. The host owns another 2-bedrrom apartment on the floor above Together, they can accommodate eight guests.

Bacharach, with its 15th century half-timbered houses, picturesque alleys, and sloping vineyards, is a wonderful home base for your Rhine UnTour. From your apartment it is only an 8-minute walk through this quaint, cobble-stoned town to the train station and a mere 5-minute walk to the KD Rhine river boat dock.

Bacharach, a delightful village on the west side of the Rhine, dates back to 1356. It is a wine town rich in tradition, which gives visitors the sense of stepping back into the Middle Ages. The town has been a major wine-trading center since then. Wine production began there with vines planted when Germany was part of the Roman Empire. The castle, Burg Stahleck on top of the hill, dominates the town and is a good hike above it. At the castle you can see the Werner Chapel, intact city walls punctuated here and there by numerous defense towers. From there you have a wonderful view of the Rhine Valley with the Hunsruck and Taunus Mountain ranges.

Bacharach's architecture calls many visitors from far and near because of its well-preserved half-timbered houses. One in particular is the Altes House, which dates from 1568 and is still operating as a restaurant featuring local fare. From Bacharach you will find good train connections, and it's a short walk to the KD boat dock. From here you can discover interesting day trips to the Roman city of Trier with its magnificent, well-preserved ruins. Other unique villages on the Mosel River include the university town of Heidelberg and Cologne with its awe-inspiring cathedral. Shorter day trips can be enjoyed as you board the KD boats going up the Rhine to Braubach, St.Goar, Oberwesel or Koblenz. Leisurely cruise down the Rhine to Rudesheim and take the chair lift over the endless vineyards for a tremendous view of the Rhine Valley. Continue on to Wiesbaden, Bingen or Mainz to see the Marc Chagall stained glass windows in St.Stephan's church and the Gutenberg Museum. Within this area you will discover 30 castles within a 10-mile stretch of the Rhine.

Bicycling is wonderful way to explore the area. You can rent bikes by the day or week and travel through the area on wide bike paths along the Rhine. You can travel from one town to the next, cross the river on ferryboats, take your bike on the KD boats or board the train with your wheels like the locals. Bacharach has a small food market, bank with ATM, helpful tourist office, good restaurants, sinful bakeries, wine cellars and souvenir shops. Step back in time and make your own history by choosing this historic village.

The friendly host lives in town.