Herrnsheim Palace & Park on foot
The sprawling landscape park around the neoclassical Herrnsheim Palace is just a few minutes’ walk away – perfect for a morning stroll or an evening in the green.
Area & day trips
Explore Worms – right from your doorstep
One of Germany’s oldest cities, the Nibelungen saga, Luther before the Imperial Diet and vineyards as far as the eye can see: from Herrnsheim you are in the middle of it all within minutes.
Right outside
Cycling & walking paths from the hotel
Paths lead from Herrnsheim through fields and vineyards towards the Rhine – ideal for cycling, walking and unwinding.
Highlights in Worms
approx. 5 km
St. Peter’s Cathedral
The Romanesque cathedral is one of Germany’s most important churches and has shaped the city’s skyline for almost 900 years.
approx. 5 km
Nibelungen Museum
Set in two towers of the historic city wall, the museum brings the saga of Siegfried, Kriemhild and the Nibelung treasure to life.
approx. 5 km
SchUM sites – UNESCO World Heritage
The Jewish cemetery “Heiliger Sand” and the synagogue quarter have been part of the UNESCO World Heritage SchUM cities of Speyer, Worms and Mainz since 2021.
approx. 5 km
Luther Monument
In 1521 Martin Luther defended his theses before the Imperial Diet of Worms. The Luther Monument is one of the largest Reformation monuments in the world.
approx. 4 km
Church of Our Lady & vineyards
The Gothic Liebfrauenkirche, surrounded by vineyards, gave its name to “Liebfraumilch” – a lovely spot for a walk and a wine tasting.
Festivals & events through the year
July / August
Nibelungen Festival
Open-air theatre against the impressive backdrop of Worms Cathedral.
August
Jazz & Joy
Music festival on several stages in the city centre.
Late August / September
Backfischfest
The largest wine and folk festival on the Rhine, with fishermen’s jousting and a parade.
Advent
Christmas market
Atmospheric market in Worms city centre.
Tip: rooms in Worms sell out quickly during festival season – secure yours early.
Day trips in the region
Rheinhessen
from the hotelGermany’s largest wine region: wineries, seasonal wine taverns and rolling hills.
Mannheim
approx. 25 kmBaroque palace, water tower, shopping and culture.
Speyer
approx. 45 kmImperial Cathedral (UNESCO World Heritage) and the Technik Museum.
Heidelberg
approx. 50 kmCastle ruins, Old Bridge and a romantic old town on the Neckar.
Mainz
approx. 45 kmGutenberg Museum, cathedral and the Rhine promenade of the state capital.
Palatinate Forest
approx. 40 kmHiking, castles and huts in Germany’s largest contiguous forest.
Your base for Worms & Rheinhessen
Sleep peacefully, park for free and head out in the morning: book your room directly with the hotel.