Castles and ruins mark the sites of former tolling stations along the Rhine River Valley. History records that at one time or another during the millennium , 800 to 1800AD, 79 different locations served as toll booths along the Rhine. Since it was the major thoroughfare in western Europe during that time. The old Roman town of Koblenz operated continuously throughout the middle ages. The tolls were a major source of revenue for the Holy Roman Empire.
The upper middle Rhine River is a UNESCO world heritage site (65 km long). The area is exceptional for the number of castles, mansions and fortresses that attest the strategic importance of the area. River cruising is the absolute best way to view all this history from the comfort of your own personal suite (preferably with a glass of local wine!).
For personal service and more information on a European river cruise call 727-789-1771 or email us at www.RiverCruisespecialist.com.
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