How far is it to the next town and where can I find a ferry or rail connection? You can find this information on any of around 1000 signposts mounted at approx. 500 different locations. Important features are signposts for near-by and distant destinations, indicating distances in km and displaying pictograms. The signposts have almost exclusively been produced from natural products and blend in beautifully with the cultural and natural landscape of the Central Rhine valley.

You will find a location marker on every signpost, providing information on elevation, position and also the UTM coordinates.  These coordinates enable orientation with the assistance of GPS-systems (Global Positioning System) according to the Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system. Furthermore, the tourist information telephone number for Rheinsteig hikers (+49 (0)1805-648 328, 14 Cent/Min.) is stated on the location marker. At the moment, the caller will be connected to the Rhineland-Palatinate Tourism Ltd company’s central tourist office. We are currently working on extending our services to cover weekends and public holidays, meaning that even on these days it will be possible for the tourist to acquire competent information.

This number may also be used to report trail or signpost defects.