Hello and welcome

Between the Rhine River and the Palatinate Forest, you will find the "Willawies". It is the ideal starting point to experience the history, the landscape, the wine and the food of the region. Our "Willawies" is a freestanding home, which was reconstructed in 2004 from an old barn, and offers visitors a perfect spot for rest and recuperation.

Vacation Home Willawies - The ideal starting

point for trips to the Palatinate

Welcome to the "Tuscany of Germany". In the southern Palatinate region, within a radius of about 35 km from Dudenhofen, you will find the most famous wine villages: Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Deidesheim, Bad Dürkheim and many others. They can be reached by car in 30 minutes or by bike in 1.5 to 2 hours.

Cathedral City Speyer

Dudenhofen is only 2.5 km away from the cathedral and university city of Speyer. The city center featuring the charming Maximilianstraße, can be reached on foot in 45 minutes, or by bike in under 20 minutes. In addition to the cathedral and many other historical sites, Speyer offers one of the largest German technology museums a favorite day trip for kids and adults interested in trains, planes, and automobiles. The impressive Russian space glider "Buran" can be admired here. Another nearby fun-filled activity is the Holiday Park in Hassloch, which features rollercoasters and rides for children ages 5-14.

Zum Wohl die „Pfalz“

Discover the Palatinate! On the German Wine Route, you may explore the idyllic villages, modern vinotheques and rustic wine taverns that offer Riesling, Grauburgunder, and Spätlese, the famous wines of the region. The Palatinate Forest biosphere reserve with sandstone rocks, castles and huts offers countless opportunities for hiking and mountain biking. The Donnersberg dominates the Palatinate mountains with its wide hills, castles and the handcar routes. The Rhine River Basin is characterized by the primeval old Rhine landscape, fertile fields, and Speyer, with the Mariendom World Heritage Site.

Welcome to the Palatinate

In the Palatinate, you will find a peacefull existence, Mediterranean climate, and rich pleasures. Do you enyoy Palatinate wines, good cuisine and regional specialties? Do you consider hiking, beautiful bike tours, or luxurious spa treatments as part of a relaxing holiday ? Then come and discover all that the Palatinate has to offer: Castles, palaces, museums, wines and amusement parks as well as a wide range of cultural activities. Solo travel, couples, groups and families will all enjoy the multi- faceted pleasures of the Palatinate region.

Dudenhofen is a quaint little town, famous for the white asparagus that it produces every year. Located on the edge of the 2000-year-old city of Speyer, Dudenhofen offers a variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts or for those who simply wish to enjoy the beauty of nature. The forest surrounding Dudenhofen is filled with walking and biking trails, which are clearly marked so you can leave your phone at home. Challenge yourself in the Climbing forest between Dudenhofen and Speyer! The Cathedral found in the neighboring city of Speyer is a masterpiece in its own right. Meander throughout the Old City, discover museums, climb the medieval west city gate (Altpörtel), and explore the fragments of the old city wall. Take a day to relax in the newly designed indoor and outdoor pool, which features a sauna and wellness spa. The technical museum teaches a new generation about the planes and trains of old, and the IMAX next door will transport you to the wonders of Everest, dolphins, and much much more. Take a cooling tour through the aquarium of Sea Life or float on a Rhine boat tour. But culture is not the only thing on offer. For kids, the Holiday Park lies just around the corner (about 8 km). And for the aspiring race car drivers, the Hockenheim Ring--home to German Grand Prix--offers tours and driving courses. Wine-lovers rejoice! The famous Palatinate wines are always available, and friendly wine tastings are just a few villages away as you drive through the beautiful wine region.