Overview
Limburg an der Lahn rewards visitors with one of Hesse's finest medieval townscapes. The ensemble of half-timbered houses (Fachwerk), the striking Limburger Dom with its seven towers, and the old stone bridge over the Lahn create an atmospheric whole that rivals larger destinations.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Budget options include camping (Lahnufer) and the DJH youth hostel. Mid-range hotels cluster around the Dom and the Lahn river. Book ahead during summer weekends.
Sights
Guided tours of the Limburger Dom run Tuesday–Friday at 11:00 and 15:00, Saturdays at 15:00, and Sundays at 11:45.
Transport
Limburg Süd station handles only ICE high-speed trains; regional services use Limburg (Lahn) station closer to the town centre. Frankfurt Airport is reachable in about 40 minutes by ICE.