Journey from Rommersdorf Abbey to the Dike
Explore the charming city of Neuwied this July with the Tourist Information Neuwied (TI) offering a variety of city tours. Here's a snapshot of what you can expect:
- Raiffeisen Tour: Step back in time with a tour following in Raiffeisen's footsteps in Heddesdorf. This tour starts at the Raiffeisen monument opposite the Roentgen Museum. The journey includes visits to the former mayor's office, print shop, and residence.
- July 13th Tours: On this day, you have a choice of three tours. One tour takes you into the catacombs and the entire Herrnhuter square, starting at the Herrnhuter Church. Another tour explores the history of the Herrnhuter Brethren community. Lastly, there's a visit to the Old Cemetery in Neuwied, which includes a visit to the cemetery's gardener's cottage and mortuary chapel.
- Botanical Tour at Abtei Rommersdorf: For nature lovers, a guided tour by a botanical expert awaits at the Abtei Rommersdorf. Meet at the inner courtyard of the abbey at Stiftsstraße 2 in Heimbach-Weis to explore the garden diversity of this beautiful location.
- Old Cemetery Tour: The Old Cemetery in Neuwied is a pleasant spot with a historical significance. This tour offers a chance to stroll through its dense canopy of leaves providing shade.
- Dyke Tour: Learn about the history of floods in Neuwied and the functioning of the dyke on a tour along the entire dyke. The tour starts at the Dyke Information Centre, though the exact date in July is yet to be specified.
Please note that registration for TI Neuwied tours is required at least two days before the tour. You can register by phone, email, or in person.
Tour prices for adults are 6 euros for all tours, except for the botanical tour at Abtei Rommersdorf, which costs 10 euros. Children aged 6 to 14 cost 4 euros, and children under 6 join for free.
For more details about the exact dates, times, and meeting points for each tour, we recommend visiting the official TI Neuwied website or contacting their tourist information centre directly.
- For those interested in learning more about local history and lifestyle, consider the 'July 13th Tours' that delve into the catacombs, Herrnhuter square, and Old Cemetery, offering a glimpse into Neuwied's past.
- Elevate your home-and-garden and travel experiences by joining the botanical tour at Abtei Rommersdorf, a guided exploration of the abbey's diverse gardening conducted by a botanical expert.
