Moselle River Cruises

Yes it is possible to spend a vacation on German rivers. In fact, you have to spend more than a vacation to discover the beauty of the land of water. There are cruises available for all rivers in the country with stops arranged in cities and villages along the road.

The Rhine is one of the longest and largest rivers in Europe at 820 miles long. The river originates in the Swiss Alps, but some of the major tributaries in Germany and Luxembourg. Some river boats sailing on the Rhine only, while others combine the trip on the river with that of other inland waterways in Germany and other countries, like Austria, Hungary and the Netherlands Netherlands. When you take this type of cruise you can sample the fine beers of Bamberg and see the Cathedral of the Holy Roman Emperor Heinrich 11, which dates from the 11th century. Sailing in Koblenz, where the Rhine meets the Moselle and drink in breathtaking views over the meadows, lakes and forests that surround the city.

If you wish to discover the landscapes of fairy tales, it is sufficient to navigate the Danube. This is one of the longest rivers in Europe, either through or at the limit of ten European countries. Here you will find idyllic villages and architecture that has stood the test of time. Stop in Nuremberg to visit the Imperial Palace and the judge of the Court. The castles and towns preserved along the path are the same ones you read in Grimm's fairy tales. Children will be delighted to meet Cinderella at the poll or the Pied Piper of Hamlin.

The Elbe originates in the northwest part of the Czech Republic and across most of Germany. When you take a cruise on the river, you drift Gothic castles and sandstone cliffs overlooking. The towns along its banks are quite modern, but a touch of the past remains in the monuments and medieval architecture. Explore the Old Market of Magdeburg and see the tomb of Emperor Otto. This route will take you to the castle and Wittenberg Castle Church where Martin Luther began the Protestant Reformation. In East Germany, you can taste wines or visit a Meissen porcelain factory.

See the majestic castles on the shore before slipping them on the Moselle. This cruise will take you to some of the most romantic cities across Europe. You will have the opportunity to visit the ancient city of Germany - Trier, dating from 16 BC The number of Gothic, Renaissance and Roman monuments in this city is amazing and you could plan a return visit just to see them all . This river is the division between the Eifel mountains and Hunstruck, so you can be sure to see towering peaks that disappear into the clouds. In addition to Trier, other German cities along the river are Bernkastel-Kues, Cochem and Koblenz.