PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
C
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Cochem
EuropeGermanyRheinland-Pfalz

Cochem

Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany · Europe

About Cochem

Cochem works well as a base: 5 minutes from Klotten, 11km from Mosel Valley Wine Route.

Cochem is a town located in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany. With a population of 5,215, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Cochem sits in Germany, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Berlin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Cochem to your route.

About Cochem

Cochem (German pronunciation: [ˈkɔxm̩] ) is a town in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. Situated on the banks of the Moselle River, it is the administrative seat of the Cochem-Zell district and its largest town with around 5,300 inhabitants. The town is known for its riverside setting, historic old town, and the hilltop

Read more Reichsburg Cochem, which overlooks the Moselle valley. First mentioned in the Early Middle Ages, Cochem developed as a regional centre of trade and viticulture within the Electorate of Trier. The town suffered significant destruction during the Nine Years' War in 1689 and was later rebuilt. Cochem is an important centre for tourism in the Moselle wine region, while wine production continues to play a significant role in the local economy.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Cochem

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Cochem.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Cochem.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Cochem?

Cochem offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Cochem?

Plan your road trip to Cochem with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Cochem as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Cochem located?

Cochem is located in Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany, Europe. The coordinates are 50.1451 latitude, 7.1638 longitude.

What is the population of Cochem?

Cochem has a population of approximately 5,215 people, making it a town in Germany.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Cochem as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Cochem. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
5,215
Continent
Europe
Country
Germany
Region
Rheinland-Pfalz
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
50.1451, 7.1638

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Germany

Police
110
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ADAC roadside assistance: +49 89 22 22 22. No general speed limit on some autobahn sections but advisory 130 km/h.

Full driving guide for Germany

Tags

EuropeGermanyRheinland-PfalzTown

Worth the detour from Cochem

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Calmont Moselschleife

A jaw-dropping hairpin loop of the Moselle viewed from above Bremm, framed by Europe's steepest vineyard.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Beilstein

The 'Sleeping Beauty of the Mosel': a pocket-sized wine village of stacked medieval houses beneath the Metternich castle ruin, with Riesling terraces rising straight from the ferry landing.

7 km · about 10 min drive

famous road

Mosel Valley Wine Route

One of Europe's most scenic wine regions, where the Mosel River winds through steep vineyard-covered slopes and charming villages.

11 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Eltz Castle

A medieval castle nestled in the hills above the Moselle River, still owned by the same family that built it 850 years ago.

14 km · about 25 min drive

bridge

Geierlay Suspension Bridge

One of Germany's longest suspension footbridges sways 100 m above a Hunsrück valley on a thrilling 360 m crossing.

22 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Nurburgring Paddock Bistro

The cafe overlooking the famous Nurburgring Nordschleife, where motorsport fans watch cars tackle the Green Hell while enjoying coffee and bratwurst.

26 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Cafe Pistenklause

A legendary trackside bar and cafe at the Nurburgring where racers and enthusiasts have gathered for decades to swap stories from the Nordschleife.

26 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Ring Boulevard Cafe

A cafe in the Nurburgring Ring Boulevard complex where fans watch lap times on giant screens and spot supercars heading to the Nordschleife tourist drives.

26 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Cochem

  • Right hereCalmont MoselschleifeA jaw-dropping hairpin loop of the Moselle viewed from above Bremm, framed by Europe's steepest vineyard.
  • Right hereMosel Valley Wine RouteOne of Europe's most scenic wine regions, where the Mosel River winds through steep vineyard-covered slopes and charming villages.
  • 22 kmGeierlay Suspension BridgeOne of Germany's longest suspension footbridges sways 100 m above a Hunsrück valley on a thrilling 360 m crossing.
  • 39 kmUpper Middle Rhine ValleyA UNESCO-listed 65-km stretch of the Rhine between Koblenz and Bingen, lined with over 40 castles, vineyards, and historic towns.
  • 58 kmDrachenfelsA dragon-legend hilltop ruin in the Siebengebirge offers Rhine panoramas that inspired Byron and generations of romantics.
  • 58 kmNiederwalddenkmalA colossal Germania statue above Rüdesheim surveys the Rhine vineyards, reached by a cable car over the steep slopes.

Driving in Germany

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Cochem.

Faid

🇩🇪 Germany

3 km awayPop. 1,143

Ediger-Eller

🇩🇪 Germany

3 km awayPop. 1,079

Klotten

🇩🇪 Germany

4 km awayPop. 1,401

Bruttig-Fankel

🇩🇪 Germany

5 km awayPop. 1,208

Büchel

🇩🇪 Germany

7 km away

Kaisersesch

🇩🇪 Germany

10 km awayPop. 3,001

Bullay

🇩🇪 Germany

10 km awayPop. 1,531

Treis-Karden

🇩🇪 Germany

10 km awayPop. 2,332

Plan a trip around Cochem

Germany road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Cochem

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence