6Bacharach, Rhineland-Palatinate
Bacharach may be small, but it has an extraordinary amount of historic charm. Located on the Rhine River, the town is surrounded by vineyards and medieval fortifications.
Half-timbered houses line the old streets, while the ruins of Stahleck Castle overlook the town from a hillside.
Bacharach is a wonderful stop on a Rhine Valley road trip or river cruise. Its compact size also makes it easy to explore on foot, with plenty of scenic viewpoints along the way.
