German Wine Gate
Schweigen-Rechtenbach, Germany
The monumental gate marking the southern end of the German Wine Route, a few steps from the French border. Local growers pour their wines on the terrace.
The German Wine Gate in Schweigen-Rechtenbach was completed in 1936. The architectural competition was won by August Josef Peter and Karl Mittel of Landau. The stone gate is 18 m high and marks the southern end of the German Wine Route; the French border lies a few hundred metres to the south. It was built during the Nazi era as part of an economic-policy initiative meant to promote the region's wine growing and tourism after the price collapse of 1934.
The gate contains a restaurant; according to Lonely Planet it also houses a wine cooperative and a Vinothek (wine shop), which doubles as a tourist information office. The gate makes a good start or finish for a drive along the Wine Route, which begins about 85 km away at its northern end near Bockenheim.
- Nearest town
- Schweigen-Rechtenbach, Germany
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 49.0467, 7.9564
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.
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Campsites nearby
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- Wohnmobil Stellplatz Dierbach Weingut GeigerMotorhome stopover9 km from German Wine Gate · 30 pitchesTentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Stellplatz Weingut MühlhäuserMotorhome stopover10 km from German Wine Gate · 7 pitchesCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Stellplatz KlingenbachhalleMotorhome stopover11 km from German Wine Gate · 6 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedFree
- Air Camping-Car Soultz sous ForêtsMotorhome stopover13 km from German Wine Gate · 4 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalFree
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FAQs
Where is German Wine Gate?
German Wine Gate is in Schweigen-Rechtenbach, Germany, at GPS 49.0467, 7.9564. It is about 7 km from Bad Bergzabern.
Can you camp near German Wine Gate?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Parking Pépinière, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 86 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass German Wine Gate?
German Wine Gate is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: German Wine Route through the Palatinate.
What is there to see near German Wine Gate?
Places worth a stop nearby: Villa Ludwigshöhe (28 km), Hambach Castle (34 km), Speyer Cathedral (46 km) and Dürkheim Giant Cask (49 km).
When is the best time to visit German Wine Gate?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)