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Osteinscher Niederwald (Rüdesheim)
Osteinscher Niederwald (Rüdesheim)
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High above the Rhine, where the valley narrows to form the Binger Loch, Count Karl Maximilian von Ostein created an extraordinary garden monument beginning in 1764. He transformed 304 hectares of stately forest into an early English landscape garden in which nature and architecture blend subtly.
Along the topographical ridge, the count staged a series of atmospheric park structures: while the antique-style temple emphasises the lovely side of the Rheingau, the artificial ruin ‘Rossel’ reinforces the dramatic effect of the steeply sloping rocks. A sophisticated network of paths connects these decorative structures – including the mysterious magic cave and the cliff house – with spectacular views over the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site.
As early as the late 18th century, this place captivated great minds such as Goethe and Brentano. To this day, the Niederwald continues to fascinate as a place of sensitivity, combining the wildness of the forest with the elegance of stately garden art.
See also: https://www.schloesser-hessen.de/en/