Stadt-Rundfahrten

City and panoramic railway

Bernkastel-Kues

The panorama train passes numerous sights on its approx. 45 minute ride through Bernkastel-Kues and offers great views of the city.

On a journey with the panoramic train, you can expect beautiful views of Bernkastel-Kues and the Moselle, old half-timbered houses in the midst of a charming small town shaped by viticulture, and many attractions. Additionally, you will learn about the history and secrets of Bernkastel-Kues.

The city & panoramic train covers the following points:

  • St. Nikolaus Hospital: A gem of late medieval architecture, founded in 1457 by Nikolaus Cusanus, and the oldest still-operating hospice in Germany.
  • Half-timbered houses: Artistic timber-framed houses, historical magnificent buildings - a city full of views and insights, discoveries, and surprises.
  • Market square: A romantic gem (16th/17th century) with a picturesque half-timbered ensemble, town hall, and Michael's fountain.
  • St. Michael: A landmark of the city: the church tower initially built as a defensive tower around 1300.
  • Cusanus Birthplace: Today a museum dedicated to the life of the great scholar and most famous son of the city, Nikolaus Cusanus (1401-1464).
  • Fiers Chapel: A picturesque small chapel from the 17th century in the midst of an extensive green vineyard carpet.
  • Panorama: The impressive panoramic view of the twin city shows the harmony of nature and culture.

The panoramic train starts opposite the Mosel Guest Center (Tourist Information), Gestade 6 Bernkastel.

Prices 2026:

  • 13,- € per adult
  • 7,- € per child
  • 28,- € family (2 adults + max. 2 children)
  • 12,- € per person for groups (from 10 people)
  • 11,50 € per person for groups (from 20 people)
  • 490,- € full charter booking (max. 50 people)

Contact

Bushaltestelle Gestade
54470 Bernkastel-Kues

More information

Opening hours
Montag – Sonntag 10:00 - 15:00 Uhr

Monday to Friday on school days:
10:00 AM,
11:00 AM,
12:00 PM,
2:00 PM,
3:00 PM.

Monday to Friday during the Rhineland-Palatinate school holidays
as well as on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays:

10:00 AM,
11:00 AM,
12:00 PM,
2:00 PM,
3:00 PM,
4:00 PM