Worms Cathedral aerial view, © R. Uhrig© R. Uhrig

In Worms, everyone finds the right ingredients for a successful active weekend in the Rhineland-Hessian style! Located in the southern part of Rhineland-Hesse, the city provides the perfect starting point to unwind from everyday life amidst nature experiences and cultural highlights.

Immerse yourself in the history of Ashkenazi Judaism and discover the city's UNESCO World Heritage sites, known as the SchUM sites, or follow in the footsteps of the famous Nibelungs. With so much culture, a detour into nature is a must! What could be better than letting your soul relax during a hike on the RheinTerrassenWeg or a bike ride on the Rheinradweg?

Day 1: Arrival in Worms

Right upon your arrival, the city invites you to explore its lively city center with its cafes, shops, and attractions. During a stroll along the historic city wall and down to the Rhine riverbank, you can experience historically significant places almost casually. Whether it's the SchUM sites, the Reformation Monument, or the Imperial Cathedral of St. Peter - Worms has plenty to offer! You'll discover more about what the Nibelungs have to do with Worms during a leisurely walk along the Rhine riverbank. For even more interesting facts about the city and its history, you can learn from one of the many guided tours offered by the Worms tour guides.

Sights in Worms

 

Cycling around Worms

Day 2: Bike tour from Worms

After the cultural and historical highlights on the first day, Day 2 of your active weekend brings variety with some sporting activities. Get on your bikes and discover the Rhineland-Hessian landscape at its best. As the starting and ending point of the Rhineland-Hessian Rhine Cycle Path, Worms provides the perfect starting point to embark on a relaxed bike tour along one of the busiest rivers in Europe. For those who want to take a detour from the Rhine to the Rhineland-Hessian hill country, the Tour de Worms allows you to explore picturesque wine villages and charming valleys.

Hiking around Worms

Day 3: Hike around Worms

To conclude your active weekend in Worms, lace up your hiking boots once again and enjoy the splendid panoramic views over the Rhineland-Hessian vineyards and the Rhine. In Worms, the popular RheinTerrassenWeg begins and ends, taking you through a beautiful vineyard landscape on a total of 6 stages all the way to Mainz. Regardless of how far you want to hike and from where you start, with a total of 12 train stations, you always have the option to plan individually and return to your starting point by S-Bahn. For a successful farewell to your active weekend in Worms, the RheinTerrassenWeg stage from Worms to Osthofen is particularly recommended!

Impressions for Your active weekend

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