The medieval castle complex located on the banks of the Rhine dates back to the 14th century. For 150 years, it served as a residence for the Archbishops of Mainz and Electors. The Gutenberg Museum in the castle tower honors the father of printing, Johannes Gutenberg, who lived in Eltville am Rhein in the 15th century. "Eltvil 1465" is the work of the Eltville artist Michael Apitz, which commemorates Gutenberg's appointment as courtier, which took place in 1465 at the Electoral Castle. The Count's Hall displays historical wall paintings and a museum presents the "Sammlung Alta Villa," exhibits on the city's history. The observation platform offers a wonderful view. The rose gardens of the castle earned Eltville the title "Rose Town" in 1988 and transform the garden into a fragrant sea of blossoms in summer. In the tourist information at the castle shop, there is a selection of gift ideas and souvenirs. 

Opening hours of the museum in the castle tower and tourist information:

April 1 to October 31 daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last entry to the castle tower at 4:30 p.m.)

November 1 to March 31 daily from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (last entry to the castle tower at 3 p.m.)

Tickets for the museum in the castle tower are available at the tourist information.

Entry to the museum in the castle tower:

Adults: 3.50 Euros per person, groups from 10 people: 2.50 Euros per person

Students from 12 years, students, apprentices, severely disabled: 2.50 Euros per person

Children up to 11 years free, children's groups from 12 years (from 10 children): 1.50 Euros per person