World famous Riesling vineyards
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World famous Riesling vineyards
With its location between vineyards and the Rhine, its charming town center with marketplace and half-timbered houses, and its famous surroundings right on the 'Red Slope,' Nierstein offers the perfect starting point for a relaxed stroll through town or an active exploration on foot or by bike.
On numerous cycling and hiking tours, you can enjoy the expanse of the Rheinhessen landscape and take in the breathtaking views from Nierstein's vineyards and towers.
What can't be missed? A glass of Niersteiner Riesling, of course!
You'll find more inspiration for your visit to Nierstein in our overview map or at www.rheinhessenblog.de/en!
If you want to experience the beauty of the Rheinhessen nature up close, you should set out on one of the many hiking or cycling trails. On diverse and well-developed paths, you can get a sense of the steep vineyard landscapes and gentle hills and can relax after a strenuous outing in one of the numerous wine taverns.
Whether you're athletically ambitious or more laid-back, in and around Nierstein, you can go on discovery tours with your bicycles or hiking boots and simply leave everyday life behind. Tips and inspiration for your perfect active weekend in Nierstein can be found on the following page.
In addition to its stunning natural surroundings, Nierstein also offers a lot culturally. If you're interested in the history of the town, you should definitely visit the Sirona Bath and the Paleontological Museum. You can learn even more facts and interesting information about the town and its history, which spans over a thousand years, on a guided city tour or a self-guided audio tour.
During a stay in Nierstein, a visit to a wine festival or winery is a must. Throughout the town, along the Rhine River, and especially at the Red Slope, you can find wine stands and wine festivals all year round. In the summer months, the so-called 'Funzelfahrten' offer the perfect opportunity to experience the Rheinhessen joie de vivre up close. These rides are offered by local winemakers and take you in wagons up to the vineyards high above Nierstein.
You'll find many more events and Riesling experiences around Nierstein and the Red Slope at www.roter-hang.de or with the Cultural and Wine Ambassadors!
![Hiking on the "Red Hang" in Nierstein, © Michael Zellmer](http://www.rheinhessen.de/images/!lxom1jz1kw-/hiking-on-the-red-hang-in-nierstein.jpg "Hiking on the "Red Hang" in Nierstein, © Michael Zellmer")