Bernkastel-Kues Facts for Kids

Bernkastel-Kues is a charming city in Germany. It is located right on the beautiful Moselle River. This area is famous for its history, old buildings, and delicious wine. The city is actually made up of two parts: Bernkastel on the right bank of the Moselle and Kues on the left. They are connected by a bridge.

Exploring Bernkastel-Kues
Wine and the Moselle River
- Famous Vineyards
- River Activities
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Exploring Bernkastel-Kues

Bernkastel-Kues is a popular place for tourists. It has a lovely marketplace with historic buildings. You can see many half-timbered houses here. These buildings look like they are from a fairy tale!

Historic Buildings to See

The city has many interesting old buildings. They show what life was like long ago.

The Spitzhäuschen

One very famous building is called the Spitzhäuschen. It means "pointed house." This house is very narrow and tall. It looks like it is squeezed between two other buildings. It was built in 1416.

The Town Hall

The Town Hall is another important building. It is where the city's government works. This building also has a long history. It shows the old style of German architecture.

Landshut Castle Ruins

High above Bernkastel, you can see the ruins of Landshut Castle. This old castle used to protect the city. Now, it is a fun place to explore. You can walk up to the castle and enjoy amazing views of the Moselle River and the vineyards.

The Cusanusstift Hospital

In Kues, there is a special place called the Cusanusstift. It was a hospital founded in 1458 by a famous person named Nicholas of Cusa. He was a very smart thinker and church leader. This old hospital still helps people today. It is also home to a large library with very old books.

Wine and the Moselle River

The Moselle River is very important to Bernkastel-Kues. The river helps grow the famous Riesling grapes. These grapes are used to make delicious white wine.

Famous Vineyards

The hills around the city are covered in vineyards. One of the most famous vineyards is called "Doctor." It is known for making some of the best wines in the world. People come from all over to taste the wine from this area.

River Activities

The Moselle River is also great for boat trips. You can take a boat ride and see the beautiful scenery. The river winds through green hills and past charming villages. It is a perfect way to relax and enjoy nature.

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Copper engraving after Matthäus Merian
Town Hall
Spitzhäuschen
Marketplace
Ruins of Landshut Castle
Hospital Cues (Cusanusstift) in Bernkastel-Kues in 1831. Hand-coloured aquatint engraving by F. Hegi after Karl Bodmer.
Cusanusstift, east view from the Moselle bridge
The Moselle near Bernkastel-Kues.
The Moselle near Bernkastel with the bridge at Kues.
Riesling grapes
Bernkastel with the “Doctor” vineyard
Charles IV de Lorraine 1663