We’re studying the Middle Ages this year and so we need to visit ALL THE CASTLES.
We loved touring Reichsburg Castle in Cochem!
It is the large largest hill-castle on the Mosel.
Tours are given in several languages from 9-5 daily, from March till November. We had a German guide who spoke English well and so she gave the tour in both. And we had little flyers to explain the sites too!
We were able to drive almost all the way and park in a school parking lot. Getting back down wasn’t fun in our big minivan though.
We like fountains!
Here is the timeline at the entrance.
The majestic gate:
Look at this gorgeous mosaic on the tower!
Nice dining room
I love stained glass! And that table.
We should always decorate with antlers.
Here is the courtyard well:
It’s good luck to rub the mermaid:
My GIRLS!
A rare family photo on the balcony. Our lovely tour guide offered to take this!
The village of Cochem is super cute too.
There’s a fun little chairlift with great views. We walked around on top of the hill and there’s a restaurant, of course. You can take the lift roundtrip or 1-way and hike.
There’s a good parking garage right by the chairlift and we walked around the town. There’s a shuttle bus that travels from the town up to the castle.
We bought some lovely wine to take home and gelato for the kids.
Cochem is about 1.5 hours from Ramstein and about an hour Spangdahlem.
Castle tickets:
Adults: €6
Kids: €3
Family: €16
Studying Castles and the Middle Ages
Resources:
- A Medieval Feast Unit Celebration
- Knights and Castles Lapbook
- This castle-shaped lapbook is way cute!
- Lots of Middle Ages activities from Homeschool Share
- Middle Ages Notebooking & Coloring Pages
- Medieval Unit Study
What a lively way to learn about Middle-Age! We love to visit castles too, my kids were catched up by Chambord (France) :)
What an amazing castle! I love these incredible places, full of history and stories. thanks for sharing.
What a wonderful place to live while homeschooling!!! I have never been to Europe, but would love to some day! The castles must be so fascinating and awe-inspiring to see!
I am blessed to live in New England, where so much American History played out and has been preserved through museums. It’s mine and my husband’s favorite past time, whereever we go. :-)
Thanks for sharing about your field trip.
Now, that’s where I want to travel and see! I grew up in Georgia and never got to travel any farther north than DC. We hope to experience American history up there someday. :)
Abosulety love the way you tell your story thru pictures.
Thank you so much! :)
Reichsburg Castle looks like an interesting and educational place! Thank you for the information.
Such an amazing structure. I really enjoy all parts of Europe, especially the quaint little towns that remain the same in their architecture. And the churches and castles are simply amazing!
That looks amazing such beautiful pictures. It is great that your kids get to have a hands on experience while learning about the Middle Ages. It brings it to a whole new level. Nice! Thanks for sharing such great shots
Visiting castles must be the greatest experience. THis one looks amazing!
Thank you for sharing on the #OMHGFF this week, hope to see you again next week!
Have a great weekend!
I love the photos! What a great way to learn about history and have fun as a family. Hope you have a great holiday week-end. Blessings!
Thanks for linking up at #everythingkids
I love the pictures! My son wants to study abroad in Germany. I’m hoping he’ll be able to do so during college. Thanks for linking up with Thankful Thursdays.
It would be an amazing experience. I’m finally living my dream of studying abroad, sort of. I wanted to go to France but my parents said NO.
Wow! That castle is absolutely stunning! Looks like you and your family had an amazing time. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday!
Makes me wan to travel again. We missed Germany on ur last trip. Thanks for sharing