Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Koblenz

The drive from Brussels Airport to Koblenz

The route covers 318 km (198 miles) and typically takes 3 h 37 m. It leads from Zaventem east across the Belgian border and into the Rhineland, ending in Koblenz at the meeting point of the Rhine and the Moselle. Koblenz is a less frequently booked destination, but the transfer is available on request just like any other route. Allow extra time on weekday mornings and late afternoons, when traffic around Brussels and the German motorways around Cologne tends to slow down. Holiday weekends and roadworks can also add to the journey, so avoid planning a tight connection at the other end.

Choosing the right vehicle

A Private Taxi suits 1 to 4 passengers with normal luggage. Larger parties can choose a Private Minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats, which allows everyone to travel together in one vehicle. This is practical for families with many suitcases, business delegations, school trips or tour groups heading for the Rhine. Pick the vehicle by passenger count, and go one size up if you are carrying bulky items such as sports equipment or several large bags per person.

Koblenz as a destination

Koblenz began as a Roman settlement called Confluentes, named after the confluence of the two rivers. The Deutsches Eck, the headland where the Moselle meets the Rhine, is the best-known landmark. Across the Rhine, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress overlooks the city and can be reached by cable car. The old town has pedestrian streets, squares and riverside promenades. Koblenz also serves as a base for trips into the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, with its castles and vineyards, and into the Moselle valley.

Where to stay in Koblenz

Koblenz has a number of established hotels that suit travellers arriving after a few hours on the road:

• Mercure Hotel Koblenz, a larger hotel close to the Rhine and the city centre.
• Hotel Continental-Pfälzer Hof, a traditional hotel near the main railway station.
• Hotel Brenner, a long-running hotel within reach of the old town.

Confirm the exact address with your hotel and share it when booking, so the driver can take you to the door.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can meet your driver without a long search through the terminal.