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River cruises on the Moselle
Discover the charm of Germany's historic "wine river"
A river winding through a narrow valley, lined on both sides by idyllic towns, majestic castles, enchanting palaces and beautiful vineyards - the Moselle is undoubtedly one of the most charming river landscapes in all of Europe. Like no other river, you can enjoy a unique blend of history, architecture, culture and culinary delights on a cruise on the Moselle. Even the Romans appreciated the beautiful location of the Moselle valley and its excellent climate. With Trier and Koblenz they founded two of the oldest cities in Germany on the banks of the river. Experience over 2,000 years of history in the old town alleys of the two Moselle cities.
The history of wine on the Moselle also goes back to the Romans. They recognized that the soils of the river valley, combined with 1,600 hours of sunshine per year, offered wonderful conditions. It is no wonder that Rieslings from the Moselle Valley enjoy great popularity far beyond the borders of Germany. In addition, some of the most idyllic small towns in western Germany can be discovered on a cruise on the Moselle. The many preserved half-timbered houses, churches, castles and palaces of the towns on the Moselle exude an inimitable charm. On a Moselle cruise with VIVA Cruises, you will get to know this charm both from the water and on land.
City Highlights
Koblenz already impresses with its unique location at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. The first port of call when visiting the city should therefore also be the so-called "German Corner" with its imposing Kaiser Wilhelm monument. Since 2002, it has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Upper Middle Rhine Valley". A beautiful view of Koblenz and its two rivers opens up during a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Perched 120 meters above the Rhine, the 16th-century fortification is the second largest fortress still standing in Europe. Spectacular is already the ascent in a gondola of the cable car.
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Treis-Karden
The gorgeous town of Treis-Karden is located directly on the Moselle River in one of the most beautiful areas of Germany. Among vacationers and hikers, it is especially known for its proximity to Eltz Castle. However, if you do not have enough time for a hike in your luggage, many exciting sights can also be discovered within the town: for example, you can pay a visit to the Maria Engelport monastery and attend masses or even concerts. In addition, you can look at the chapel or the so-called Lourdes Grotto there. Furthermore, a visit to the St. Castor church, known as Moseldom, as well as the fountain of the same name including sculpture is worthwhile. In addition to the monastery chapel, there is also the Chapel of St. Catherine, which dates back to the 15th century, and the Chapel of St. George, which is now used as a Protestant church. Since Treis-Karden was destroyed in large parts in the 2nd World War, the present beauty of the small town impresses all the more.
Cochem
Beilstein
Beilstein (Mosel) is one of the smaller communities with about 125 inhabitants, but is still one of the most popular destinations in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. This is due to the fascinating sights and entertaining events, which arouse the interest of vacationers right away.
The climb to Metternich Castle is mandatory for numerous tourists during a stay in Beilstein, because they want to enjoy the fantastic view of the small town. The spur castle dates back to the Middle Ages and is open to visitors from April to November daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the purpose of sightseeing.
Another attraction in Beilstein is the Carmelite Church of St. Joseph, which was built at the transition from the 17th to the 18th century in the Baroque style and has so much to offer in architectural terms. The church is considered a place of pilgrimage. This is due to the oldest exhibit in the church, which is the Black Madonna of Beilstein.
The Beilstein Fairy Tale Summer is a popular event, which is held every year in July and August in Beilstein. Especially families with children like to visit this event again and again and have great fun with the fairy tale performances of the puppet theater from Cochem, which take place in the wine museum.
Beilstein (Mosel) is a highly recommended destination and is considered an insider tip for tourists looking for an exciting vacation spot outside the big cities, mountain and coastal regions.
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Whoever travels the Moselle by boat cannot get enough of the lovely landscape with its sunlit vineyards and idyllic towns.
The largest - and most historic - towns on the river include Koblenz and Trier. The enchanting little town of Zell lies pretty much halfway between the two.
Zell was founded by the Romans in 70 AD. Today it belongs to the district of Cochem-Zell. The places at the Mosel are coined for centuries by the wine-growing; for Zell this applies quite particularly, because it is the second-largest wine-growing municipality of this region. Riesling is predominantly grown here. Well-known and popular is the "Zeller Schwarze Katz".
The square tower and the round tower, which are still preserved from the medieval city fortifications, testify to the long history of the city. In any case, it is worth visiting the small old town with its narrow streets and cozy wine bars. Here you can wonderfully enjoy a cool white wine in the sun. Speaking of sun: The Moselle region is one of the sunniest areas in Germany.
A stroll along the Moselle promenade is particularly beautiful. From here you can enjoy a dreamlike view of the narrowest Moselle loop with its steep vineyards.
Traben-Trarbach
Bernkastel
Trier
Description and info of river cruises
on the Moselle
Moselle Fairytale
The 7-night cruise "Fairytale Moselle" is a combined Rhine and Moselle cruise. It starts in vibrant Düsseldorf, which is not only a paradise for beer drinkers with its Altbier pubs, but also a hotspot of the German art scene with its excellent museum landscape. And the fact that Düsseldorf is a great place to shop is widely known anyway. Across the Rhine, we first head to Koblenz, where the Moselle section of this cruise begins. With Traben-Trarbach and Bernkastel you can get to know two of the most idyllic places on the banks of the Moselle. Afterwards, the cruise takes you to Trier, the oldest city in Germany. Here, the history of the Romans follows you at every turn. Trier's landmark is the excellently preserved Roman city gate Porta Nigra.
After that, you'll head back downstream along the Moselle, and on your way back to the Rhine, you'll still have the opportunity to visit the imposing Imperial Castle of Cochem. On the Rhine section of this cruise, you'll make a stop in the wine town of Rüdesheim before continuing on to Linz am Rhein. Because of its many colorful houses, this small town is also known as the "Colorful Town on the Rhine." Before returning to Düsseldorf, you will visit Bonn, the former federal capital. The university town with its House of History is worth a visit, especially for people interested in history.
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Moselle Short Trip
Take a cruise along the Moselle River and glide through the lovely landscape of sunlit vineyards and idyllic villages. The "Sleeping Beauty of the Moselle" Beilstein is definitely worth a side trip, the historic town was not given this romantic epithet for nothing.
Beilstein is framed by two streams that have made their way from the heights of the Hunsrück into the valley. Enjoy the picturesque view of the vineyards from the Reichsburg in Cochem and end the trip with a cable car ride over the Rhine in Koblenz.
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Romantic Moselle Cruise
With 544 km of river length, the Moselle is the second longest tributary of the Rhine after the Meuse, and undoubtedly Bernkastel and Trier are among the most beautiful resorts on the Moselle. It is not for nothing that our romantic Moselle trip will take you exactly there.
In Düsseldorf we cast off and take course up the Rhine to Koblenz, where we then turn onto the Moselle to head for three Moselle highlights in a row with the Art Nouveau town of Traben-Trarbach, romantic Bernkastel and Trier, the oldest city in Germany (16 BC). Follow in the footsteps of the Romans and enjoy culture and history at the most beautiful - namely summer - time of year on one of our most modern ships, the MS VIVA ONE. Come aboard - we look forward to seeing you.
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Wintry Moselle
White river landscapes, silent bustle on the water, and you yourself enjoying a hot tea on deck wrapped in a warm blanket - our winter cruises have their very own magic. On this 4-night cruise on the Moselle River, we'll take you to what is probably the most beautiful river valley in Germany. We depart from historic Koblenz, where the Moselle and Rhine rivers meet at the so-called German Corner. Before we leave Koblenz, you should definitely take a stroll through the old town and a ride on the cable car to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, from where you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the city and the rivers, which is a very special spectacle in winter.
First stop on your Moselle cruise is the 150 inhabitants "large" community of Beilstein, which has two tourist highlights to offer with the Metternich Castle and the Carmelite Church of St. Joseph. The dreamy half-timbered houses and old streets in Zell and Bernkastel form a wintry backdrop in November, reminiscent of times far past and you will certainly not forget so quickly - as well as the impressive layout of the Imperial Castle in Cochem, which you should still visit before it goes back to Koblenz.
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For whom are river cruises on the Moselle suitable?
Whether just for a weekend or a whole week - VIVA Cruises has cruises on the Moselle with a wide variety of itineraries in its program. You don't have to be a wine lover to experience wonderful days of enjoyment on a Moselle cruise with an overnight stay. History lovers will get their money's worth in the many historic towns. Sporty passengers can go cycling in the valley's vineyards or go kayaking on the river. And gourmets can experience some of the best cuisine in the whole of Germany on the Moselle.
How does the arrival and departure to a river cruise on the Moselle work?
VIVA Cruises not only guarantees its passengers an unforgettable experience on board a Moselle cruise with overnight stay, but also takes care of the well-being of its guests even before the trip. That's why the VIVA Cruises team assists all guests on their journey to and from the port of departure. Whether by car, train or plane.
VIVA All-Inclusive:
for you only the best
With VIVA Cruises, "all-inclusive" means that you can relax and enjoy. Your physical well-being is taken care of with selected meals and drinks. In addition, we offer you relaxing care products. And if you do need a good connection, use our WLAN. For otherwise good connections - especially to our on-board staff - the included tip.
Welcome with a
welcome champagne - to a wonderful
stay on board
Full board with breakfast buffet,
lunch, dinner (multi-course
gourmet menus, served at the place) and
snacks with free choice of table and flexible
meal times
All-day high-quality, cold and hot
non-alcoholic beverages, as well as a
exquisite selection of alcoholic beverages;
take a look at our bar menu.
High Tea: once per trip a selection
of sweet and savory treats such
as scones, sandwiches,
cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. In addition
be suitably diverse teas
offered.
Daily freshly stocked mini-bar and
reusable water bottle on
cabin
Selected beauty products from
RITUALS
Free WLAN on board - for undisturbed
reception
Tipping fees for the entire crew
The right excursions to go with your river cruise
The guests on board our floating premium hotels are all different. That's why we devise an equally diverse excursion program for each of our fascinating itineraries. Whether you're an epicurean, a nature lover, or an art enthusiast, our selection of experiences will open up new perspectives on every voyage.
Arrival and departure to your VIVA ship
Arrival and departure to your VIVA ship
With VIVA Cruises you enjoy the feeling of being in the best hands from the very beginning. That's why our service is not limited to life on board, but begins with the preparation of your trip.
You need a parking space for your vehicle, plan a convenient arrival and departure by train or would like assistance for a suitable flight?
If you wish, we will gladly take care of your stress-free arrival and departure as well as transfers. Call us: +49 211 274 032 50 or write us an e-mail to : info@viva-cruises.com
Our berth in Coblenz is usually located at the Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer. You will receive further information with your travel documents two weeks before departure.
If you are traveling to Coblenz with your own car, here is our recommendation for nearby parking garages:
Underground car park Görresplatz
Josef-Görres-Platz
Gerichtsstrasse 1
56068 Coblenz
Underground car park Görresplatz | Coblenz
At the theater
Neustadt 30
56068 Coblenz
At the theater | Coblenz
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