Discover Hargesheim: History and Activities

Hargesheim lies between the Nahe Valley and the Hunsrück on the Gräfenbach. Archaeological finds place the village among the Neolithic settlement areas of the Nahe region, dating to around 5000 BC. The history of St. Bernhard’s Church and a range of walking and leisure activities add to its appeal. This gives you a choice of local history, routes and a visit to the cycling course when planning your stay.

Church, History and Kerb Festival

Hargesheim is first mentioned in a register of estates belonging to Rupertsberg Abbey. St. Bernhard’s Church was consecrated on 15 April 1973. A relic of Blessed Peter Friedhofen is enclosed in its reliquary tomb. The church is open during service times, so plan your visit accordingly.

The Hargesheim Kerb festival is also part of village life each year: it takes place in July. The date and programme vary. If the festival is a deciding factor for your stay, check the latest dates in advance.

Enjoy the Outdoors

As described in 2023, the cycling course Auf dem Wissberg features beginner and advanced jumps, a flow line, a balance-bike course and steep turns. The facility is designed for all ages and skill levels. Before visiting, check its current condition, access and available features.

In addition to the playgrounds at the kindergarten and primary school, there are four other playgrounds. If this number is important for your plans, check the latest information.

The St. Bernhard’s Chapel Trail includes the viewpoint Auf dem Hinkelstein. The St. Bernhard’s Chapel circular hiking trail is marked with a red chapel pictogram; check the markings before setting out. The footpath along the Gräfenbach is also part of the Rüdesheim municipal association’s circular cycling route. Another option is the “Blue Dot” route: it provides a short connection between Hargesheim and Bad Kreuznach via Kronenberg. Check route conditions before setting off. The routes offer distinct options: a marked circular hiking trail with a viewpoint, a footpath that is part of a cycling route, and a short connection between two places.

Accommodation in Hargesheim

Accommodation options in Hargesheim include Backeshäuschen, several holiday apartments and the Tausendschön guest apartment. You can first choose the type of accommodation you prefer, then check availability for your travel dates.

In the wider destination of Bad Kreuznach

The wider destination of Bad Kreuznach also offers a range of cultural and active pursuits. The bridge houses in the town of Bad Kreuznach were built from 1480 onwards due to a lack of space. These half-timbered buildings stand on pillars of the old Nahe Bridge, built around 1300. Since 1985/86, the museums of the town of Bad Kreuznach have been housed in the listed former Bangert estate, set in a historic park.

In Windesheim, the orgel ART Museum is a musical instrument museum unique of its kind in Germany. In Bad Sobernheim, the barefoot path is a summer leisure activity: the 3.5-kilometre route leads to the Nahe and includes a clay-treading pool, an obstacle course and a range of ground surfaces. The wider destination of Bad Kreuznach thus offers a choice of different themes: half-timbered history, a specialist museum and a seasonal outdoor activity.

Discover More Destinations

Also discover: Gutenberg, Nußbaum, Waldböckelheim, Feilbingert, Meisenheim, Meddersheim, Rümmelsheim, Hochstätten.

For the overview of the wider destination: Bad Kreuznach.