We got to the Burg Eltz parking lot and from there you can take a shuttle to the castle or a 10-15 walk through the woods on a well marked trail. It was about 9 Euro to get in and that included an English tour. We also got to explore the treasury, which had some pretty incredible artifacts from the medieval times.
Inside the castle
Me and my Sweetie Pea!
Unfortunately, the tour did not allow us to take pictures of the inside of the castle. It was gorgeous, however, you only see about 7 or 8 rooms that have been furnished. Most of the castle is empty. The other cool thing about this castle is it is still in the hands of the Eltz family and continues to be passed on.
After a nice little castle tour, we had some lunch and hit the road to Cochem. This village is only about 20 minutes from Burg Eltz and sits along the beautiful Mosel River. We had every intention of going up to the castle, but due to it being later in the day we had to book it up the 20 minute hike or take the bus. Of course, Germany weather set in and it began to pour thus ruining our plan to check out the Cochem castle. We had time to walk around for a little a bit and stop for some coffee and dessert. Since it was later in the day, most of the wine tasting was also closing.
Overall, we loved Cochem, but vowed we would go back from a night and stay up there so we could check out the cute local pubs, shopping, the castle, and some great restaurants! Hopefully, the next time we go the weather will cooperate with us. Luckily, Courtney knew of an amazing little German restaurant in the Sembach area that was truly amazing!!! Can't wait to get back up there and see more of that cute little town!
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