Between Mainz and and Cologne we also find the famous Loreley, a rocky mountain that juts out into the river, where currents and bends made navigation of hand-operated boats for fishermen and merchants in the old days especially hazardous.- It is here where the legend of Loreley evolved: It is said that sometimes a fair maiden sat on top of the rock overlooking the river, sang a lovely song with her golden voice, while combing her golden hair with a golden comb. The boatsmen were so mesmerized by her sight that they paid no attention to navigation and were swept to their deaths when their boats crashed against the cliffs. Hear the melody and read the lyrics to the Loreley Song above.