Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint – Cochem Old Town loop from Cochem (Mosel)

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Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint – Cochem Old Town loop from Cochem (Mosel)

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Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint – Cochem Old Town loop from Cochem (Mosel)

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6.20km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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807 m

Moselle Promenade, Cochem

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Extends through the whole place. Pier for the ships, market square and promenade.

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872 m

Endertplatz with a view of Cochem Castle

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The Reichsburg, built around 1000, was rebuilt in its present form in 1868. It has belonged to the city of Cochem since 1978.

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1.18 km

View of Cochem and Reichsburg Castle from Skagerrak Bridge

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Nice view from the bridge. Especially in the evening, when the city and the castle are lit.

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3.29 km

Viewpoint

3.62 km

Pinnerkreuz Viewpoint

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A breathtaking view over Cochem and Reichsburg Castle. Whether by chairlift or on foot, it's definitely an experience.

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4.01 km

View of Cochem and the Reichsburg castle

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Nice view over Cochem and Reichsburg. Nice hike from the train station or reached by cable car.

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4.82 km

Cochem Old Town

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In the old town of Cochem are many beautiful half-timbered houses, which are almost all restored. Large parts of the city wall are still in existence and above all rises …

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5.00 km

View of the Moselle and Cochem from Reichsburg Castle

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Great valley, with great views, no matter which side of the mountains.

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5.30 km

View of Reichsburg Cochem and the town of Cochem

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The Imperial Castle Cochem is a castle in the Rhineland-Palatinate town of Cochem on the Moselle. It is their landmark and stands on a highly visible mountain cone 154 m …

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6.20 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.06 km

1.96 km

1.03 km

612 m

510 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.51 km

1.91 km

1.44 km

181 m

148 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

15°C

9°C

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Comments

May 21, 2022,Cochem - Pinneberg - Reichsburg 🌞⛅️ 21.05.2022

In good weather, a hike on the Pinneberg.
PP was at the train station.

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July 28, 2023,Mosel / Cochem

The castle tour is not free and takes about 40 minutes.

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August 18, 2023,Pinnerkreuz – Schöner Blick Runde von Cochem (Mosel)

A really successful tour, the ascent is tough. But the view, the panorama is magnificent. What should be said is that people who are afraid of heights should consider the tour, some of which is very narrow with a direct view of the abyss and is not secured against falling. The descent is by no means better because narrow and …

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September 11, 2025,Rheinland-Pfalz - Cochem Altstadt - Reichsburg - Pinnerkreuz

An interesting castle, the interior of which is only accessible with a guided tour, and a beautiful little old town, although parts of it are quite crowded, as several river cruise ships also dock here.
The town loses some of its charm due to the many small shops selling all sorts of knick-knacks.

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September 14, 2025,Moselsteig und die Reichsburg

Today I hiked part of the Moselsteig Trail.
Anyone who has completed this stage and its numerous steep slopes can understand the challenges involved in winegrowing on the Moselle. The rocky paths along the edge of the slope require a certain degree of surefootedness, but offer unforgettable views of the Moselle for long stretches. The view was simply magnificent, and …

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