"The picturesque valley in western Germany is among the country's smallest viticultural zones, but has gained notoriety among travellers for its striking geography and distinct wine-making tradition. The region suffered severe and lethal flash floods in July 2021, which destroyed large parts of villages in the valley, and local wineries and hotels say tourism in the area has yet to fully recover."
"But communities in the area have worked hard to rebuild, with around 80 percent of businesses open again as of last summer, according to Conde Nast. Also, the local Ahr Valley Railway, which connects villages up and down the winding narrow valley, is scheduled to be back to regular operation by the end of 2025. READ ALSO: How wine from Germany's flood-hit western regions gives hope for the future Now with the slogan "We AHR open", the region hopes to once again lure wine-tasters and travellers looking to get a bit off the beaten track."
"Among the top rated local highlights are the region's wineries as well as a 36 kilometre red wine hiking trail, which leads through terraced vineyards. Typically, Germany is known more for its white wines than its reds, but the Ahr valley is an exception Pinot Noir (called Spatburgunder) produced here is known to be the best in the country. Other local varieties include reds called Portugieser and Fruhburgunder, and whites like Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris."
Ahr Valley in Rhineland-Palatinate ranked among the 25 best destinations for 2025. The valley is one of Germany's smallest viticultural zones and is known for striking geography and a distinct wine-making tradition. Severe flash floods in July 2021 destroyed large parts of villages and heavily impacted tourism. Communities rebuilt and around 80 percent of businesses were open again by last summer. The Ahr Valley Railway is scheduled to resume regular operation by the end of 2025, and the region uses the slogan "We AHR open" to attract visitors. Highlights include wineries, a 36-kilometre red wine hiking trail through terraced vineyards, and renowned Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder). The Kurhaus in Bad Neuenahr has reopened its indoor pool and spa, with thermal pools due to reopen this year. The valley lies about an hour's drive south of Cologne and two hours west of Frankfurt.
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