Puricelli Castle Restaurant
The Taste of the Middle Rhine
Surrounded by vineyards and rugged cliffs, Puricelli Restaurant invites you on a culinary journey of discovery. Here, regional, seasonal cuisine meets distinctive wines from the Rhine Valley. Fresh ingredients, artisanal precision, and a carefully curated wine selection make every visit a special treat.
Pure enjoyment
Puricelli Restaurant
The Puricelli Restaurant in Trechtingshausen is known for its fresh, regional ingredients sourced locally. Organic veal and game from Oberheimbach, salmon trout from the Wispertal Valley, and zander from Lake Laach are just a few examples of our close connection to the region.
With seating for up to 80 guests, the castle restaurant offers the perfect setting for enjoyable evenings in a unique atmosphere.
Wonderful wines
Our wine selection reflects our connection to the region. We are particularly proud of the variety and quality of this list—it complements our cuisine perfectly.
Food and Beverage Menu
Discover our current specials at Restaurant Puricelli.
Please note: On Mondays and Tuesdays, we serve the bistro menu all day from 12 PM to 9 PM.

12:00 PM to 6:00 PM

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
OPENING HOURS & RESERVATIONS
To ensure we can always provide you with the best possible service and a pleasant stay, we ask that you make a reservation at our restaurant before your visit. This allows us to ensure we have enough seating available for you and to prepare for your visit in the best possible way.
+49 (0) 6721 6117
High Season
April 7 – November 2
Mon. through Sun.:
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Monday & Tuesday with a limited menu
Shoulder season
March 1 – April 6
Nov. 14 – Dec. 21
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wed. through Sat.:
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Off-season
Nov. 3–16
Jan. 6–Feb. 28
Friday & Saturday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
For groups of 10 or more, we are happy to open outside of regular hours by arrangement.
Where can I park?
In front of the castle gate, you will find designated parking spaces where you can park your vehicle for free during your visit. Additional free parking spaces are available below Reichenstein Castle on Federal Highway 9. From there, it takes about a 5-minute walk to reach the castle grounds. Upon arrival and departure, you are welcome to drive your car up to our reception area to load and unload your luggage as conveniently as possible. You can charge your electric vehicle for free at our three charging stations.
How do I get there?
By car from Frankfurt, Mainz, Wiesbaden:
Take the A60 toward Wiesbaden; at the Schiersteiner Kreuz interchange, take the A643 toward Bingen; at the Mainz interchange, take the A60 toward Bingen; at the Nahetal interchange, take the A61 toward Cologne; after 500 meters, take Exit 49 (Bingen-Mitte), then take the B9 toward St. Goar; after 10 kilometers you will reach Trechtingshausen; after 800 meters, turn left onto Burgweg and drive to the castle gate.
By car from Cologne, Koblenz, or Mannheim:
Take the A61 highway, exit at 49 (Bingen-Mitte), then take the B9 toward St. Goar. After 10 kilometers, you will reach Trechtingshausen; after 800 meters, turn left onto Burgweg and drive to the castle gate.
Parking:
There are 20 parking spaces in front of the castle gate, which can be closed off as a bus turning area if necessary. Another 50 parking spaces are located below the castle on the B9. A short walk takes you up to the castle in 2 minutes. All parking spaces are free of charge.
By train:
From Frankfurt, Mannheim, Cologne,
From Koblenz, there are various RE, EC, and IC trains to Bingen (Rhein) Central Station. From there, you can continue on to Trechtingshausen via the Mittelrheinbahn (see “Getting There by Public Transportation”) or take a taxi, which will take you to the castle in about 10 minutes.
By public transportation:
From Bingen (Rhine) Central Station, take the MRB 25320 toward Koblenz (travel time approx. 4 minutes). Get off at Trechtingshausen (the first stop after Bingen Central Station). The walk to the castle takes 5–7 minutes.
Coordinates:
00°18.5′ N, 7°51′12.6′ E
Can I bring my dog to the hotel or restaurant?
We love dogs, and they are warmly welcome at the Boutique-Hotel Burg Reichenstein and at the “Puricelli” restaurant. To cover the additional cleaning costs, we charge a fee of €15 per dog per night. Unfortunately, your dog is not permitted in the historic area (the castle museum and its grounds). Please be sure to register your dog in advance; otherwise, we cannot guarantee your stay.
Do you have a children's menu?
Of course, we’re happy to treat even our youngest guests in the restaurant.
How many items are on the wine list?
Our wine list features over 80 selections and showcases the diversity of the surrounding wine regions: from elegant Rieslings to expressive Spätlese wines and surprising cuvées. Each wine tells its own story: from steep slopes and mineral-rich soils to manual labor in the vineyard and cellar aging.
Whether sweet or dry, classic or experimental—the wine list invites you to discover the richness of the Middle Rhine wine region. A feast for the senses and a treat for wine enthusiasts.
Where does the name "Restaurant Puricelli" come from?
The restaurant “Puricelli”—named after the family that shaped Reichenstein like no other.
Can I go on a wine tasting at Puricelli Restaurant?
For groups of 10 or more
If you’d like to delve deeper into the world of regional wines, you can do so during a guided tasting. Our wine tasting takes place either in the wine cellar, on the terrace, or right in the vineyard.
Price upon request.
Rhine Valley Wine Region
The vineyards surrounding the castle are not merely a backdrop, but an integral part of our identity. Some of the vines are cultivated directly by the castle. This connection to the region is reflected in our wine list and our culinary concept.
















