The former state capital brings history to life: Whether at Drachenburg Castle or the Unesco World Heritage Site of Brühl Palaces - in less than an hour's drive, you can reach impressive places full of history. Those who are more drawn to nature can take a day trip to NRW's only national park - a true paradise for nature lovers.
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Tourismus NRW e.V., A bird's eye view of Drachenburg Castle Königswinter Open todayLearn moreDiscover Drachenburg Castle, a magnificent castle on the Middle Rhine, and experience 19th century living culture in its restored rooms. - Brühl Palaces UNESCO World Heritage Site
Horst Gummersbach, The UNESCO World Heritage Site Augustusburg Castle is located in Brühl near Cologne Brühl Learn moreDiscover Augustusburg Castle, a rococo masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site, its history, architecture and impressive gardens. - Monschau Castle
Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz, Monschau Castle is enthroned on a foothill spur Monschau Open todayLearn moreThe history of Monschau Castle: A medieval fortress, today it serves as a lively youth hostel and is a highlight of the town of Monschau.