Dragon's Rock

The ruined castle Burg Drachenfels, on the summit of the hill Drachenfels, was built between 1138 and 1167 by Archbishop Arnold I of Cologne. It was originally intended for the protection of the Cologne region from any assault from the south. You can now hike from the base (2.2 km) or take the historic train.

Schloss Drachenberg and view of Bonn beyond. Schloss Drachenburg is a private villa in palace style constructed in the late 19th century. It was completed in only two years (1882–84) on the Drachenfels hill in Königswinter, a German town on the Rhine near the city of Bonn. Baron Stephan von Sarter (1833–1902), a broker and banker, planned to live there, but never did.

Today the Palace is in the possession of the State Foundation of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is served by an intermediate station on the Drachenfels Railway. You can ride the train or hike from the bottom.

A beautiful stream along the hiking path up Drachenfels. Spectacular autumn foliage and pleasant hike. 1.5km to Schloss Drachenberg or 2.2 km to the top.

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Schloss Drachenburg

You can find out about the history of Königswinter with a stop at Schloss Drachenburg. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

The mausoleum on the grounds of Klosterruine Heisterbach

Sieben Hills Nature Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sieben Hills Nature Park, a lovely green space in Bonn.

Museumsmeile

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museumsmeile during your travels in Bonn. Discover the area's museums and spas.

Zeppelin sighting while the kids were playing

Freizeitpark Rheinaue

Explore the great outdoors at Freizeitpark Rheinaue, a lovely green space in Bonn. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

Drachenburg Palace

Drachenburg Palace is just one of the places to see in Königswinter, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

Reptilien-Zoo

See the exotic and native animals who live at Reptilien-Zoo during your travels in Königswinter. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.

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