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Embark on a fascinating river cruise that blends the idyllic beauty of the Rhine and Germany’s romantic waterways with the captivating world of crime fiction. Starting in the vibrant city of Düsseldorf, your journey takes you through cultural gems and historic towns. Explore charming Münster with its gothic architecture, and historic Minden, famed for its impressive waterway crossing. Cruise gently along serene canals, past wide meadows and lush riverbanks, until you reach the Hanseatic city of Bremen, where tradition meets modern flair.
But the excitement doesn’t stop ashore—onboard, your journey transforms into a thrilling mystery experience. Each evening brings exciting live readings, interactive mystery games, and gripping crime stories designed exclusively for this voyage. The elegant onboard atmosphere, culinary highlights, and opportunities to connect with fellow mystery lovers create an engaging and memorable setting.
This is more than just a cruise – it's an unforgettable adventure for mystery enthusiasts, literature fans, and curious minds alike, offering a unique blend of relaxation and entertainment in a truly exceptional environment.
Rhenish lifestyle between tradition and modernity - Düsseldorf inspires with diversity! Here art and culture lovers get just as enthusiastic as shopping enthusiasts, here the Media Harbor impresses with contemporary architecture as well as the historic Old Town. The old town makes Düsseldorf with more than 250 cozy pubs to the "longest bar in the world". The traditional Altbier is not the only tasty thing here! A stroll along the Königsallee, the world-famous strolling mile, is something one does not want to miss - or rather a visit to one of the numerous sympathetic flea markets? And in the middle of it all: lots of Green and the Rhine with its riverside promenade to breathe easy . No wonder the VIVA Cruises family feels right at home here!
Rhenish lifestyle between tradition and modernity - Düsseldorf inspires with diversity! Here art and culture lovers get just as enthusiastic as shopping enthusiasts, here the Media Harbor impresses with contemporary architecture as well as the historic Old Town. The old town makes Düsseldorf with more than 250 cozy pubs to the "longest bar in the world". The traditional Altbier is not the only tasty thing here! A stroll along the Königsallee, the world-famous strolling mile, is something one does not want to miss - or rather a visit to one of the numerous sympathetic flea markets? And in the middle of it all: lots of Green and the Rhine with its riverside promenade to breathe easy . No wonder the VIVA Cruises family feels right at home here!
Duisburg is an independent city in North Rhine-Westphalia, which has a lot to offer. Along the Rhine there are interesting places and sights to discover. One of the most popular monuments of the former coal industry is the "Landschaftpark Duisburg-Nord", which attracts with numerous events such as the summer cinema or a food truck festival. The Duisburg Zoo is known for its koala bears and dolphins, among other things. An extended walk to the extravagant and walkable work of art "Tiger and Turtle" will be remembered forever.
The beautiful city of Münster impresses with many historic buildings, which can be found primarily in the lovingly restored old town of the place. Very worth seeing, for example, is the Prinzipalmarkt with its well-preserved gabled houses with archways. But also a walk on the so-called promenade, which is only available to pedestrians and cyclists and leads around the entire old town, is a beautiful experience. Also worth a detour is the idyllic Aasee, which is not far from the city center and is surrounded by beautiful nature. Very interesting is also the Allwetterzoo Münster, where many exotic animals can be marveled at.
The beautiful city of Münster impresses with many historic buildings, which can be found primarily in the lovingly restored old town of the place. Very worth seeing, for example, is the Prinzipalmarkt with its well-preserved gabled houses with archways. But also a walk on the so-called promenade, which is only available to pedestrians and cyclists and leads around the entire old town, is a beautiful experience. Also worth a detour is the idyllic Aasee, which is not far from the city center and is surrounded by beautiful nature. Very interesting is also the Allwetterzoo Münster, where many exotic animals can be marveled at.
Recke is a charming municipality in the Steinfurt district of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, located within the Münster administrative region, approximately an hour’s drive from Münster. Known as a "mining and Tödden" (historical itinerant merchant) community, it offers natural attractions like the Recker Moor, the Heiliges Meer nature reserve, and a marina.
Minden is a picturesque city in the northeast of North Rhine-Westphalia with 81,000 inhabitants. The town with a long history nestles directly on the Weser River and has many buildings worth seeing in a small area. These date back to its past as a bishop's seat, a fortress town and a Hanseatic city with stacking rights. The cityscape is mainly characterized by the large cathedral with Gothic and Romanesque components, which was founded in the eighth century. Also worth seeing are the many half-timbered houses in the old town, especially in Hohe Strasse and Museum Row. Among the special features is also a coffee museum and a ship mill, which is located directly on the shore.
Minden is a picturesque city in the northeast of North Rhine-Westphalia with 81,000 inhabitants. The town with a long history nestles directly on the Weser River and has many buildings worth seeing in a small area. These date back to its past as a bishop's seat, a fortress town and a Hanseatic city with stacking rights. The cityscape is mainly characterized by the large cathedral with Gothic and Romanesque components, which was founded in the eighth century. Also worth seeing are the many half-timbered houses in the old town, especially in Hohe Strasse and Museum Row. Among the special features is also a coffee museum and a ship mill, which is located directly on the shore.
Stolzenau is a picturesque municipality in the district of Nienburg, located in Lower Saxony, Germany. It sits on the left bank of the Weser River, roughly 20 km southwest of Nienburg and 25 km northeast of Minden.
In Nienburg in Lower Saxony, 1,000-year-old urban history and modernity meet. The cityscape is characterized by half-timbered houses and brick walls, but the approximately 32,000 inhabitants live here in the economic and cultural center of the region. The historic old town invites visitors to stroll and explore. History buffs and gourmets alike get their money's worth. Nienburg is known for asparagus, which is given its place in the city by the asparagus fountain as well as the Lower Saxony Asparagus Museum. Another tourist highlight is the weekly market, which takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays. In 2008, it was named "Europe's most beautiful weekly market" by the "Lebendige Stadt" foundation. The Nienburg Bear Trail is a city tour that leads to 32 sights. These include the historic town hall, parts of which date back to the 14th century, the 18th-century Stadtkontor, and the parish church of St. Martin with its 72-meter tower. Incidentally, the painted bear paws that mark the tour are part of the town's coat of arms.
In Nienburg in Lower Saxony, 1,000-year-old urban history and modernity meet. The cityscape is characterized by half-timbered houses and brick walls, but the approximately 32,000 inhabitants live here in the economic and cultural center of the region. The historic old town invites visitors to stroll and explore. History buffs and gourmets alike get their money's worth. Nienburg is known for asparagus, which is given its place in the city by the asparagus fountain as well as the Lower Saxony Asparagus Museum. Another tourist highlight is the weekly market, which takes place on Wednesdays and Saturdays. In 2008, it was named "Europe's most beautiful weekly market" by the "Lebendige Stadt" foundation. The Nienburg Bear Trail is a city tour that leads to 32 sights. These include the historic town hall, parts of which date back to the 14th century, the 18th-century Stadtkontor, and the parish church of St. Martin with its 72-meter tower. Incidentally, the painted bear paws that mark the tour are part of the town's coat of arms.
The town of Hoya in Lower Saxony, first mentioned in a document in 1150, impresses today with around 4,000 inhabitants and as the seat of the joint municipality of Grafschaft Hoya. The town, which is part of the German Fairytale Route, lives from its sagas and legends, including the stories surrounding Hoya Castle, the central building of which dates back to the 19th century. The 900-year-old church of St. Martinus, once the burial place of the counts and now a cultural center, as well as the historic town hall and the von Behr manor with its Brazilian wallpaper, are further sights. Near the official center of Lower Saxony, visitors can also receive a certificate at the stone erected there.
The town of Hoya in Lower Saxony, first mentioned in a document in 1150, impresses today with around 4,000 inhabitants and as the seat of the joint municipality of Grafschaft Hoya. The town, which is part of the German Fairytale Route, lives from its sagas and legends, including the stories surrounding Hoya Castle, the central building of which dates back to the 19th century. The 900-year-old church of St. Martinus, once the burial place of the counts and now a cultural center, as well as the historic town hall and the von Behr manor with its Brazilian wallpaper, are further sights. Near the official center of Lower Saxony, visitors can also receive a certificate at the stone erected there.
The city of Bremen, together with its northern offshoot Bremerhaven, forms the smallest German federal state. The focal point and landmark of Germany's eleventh-largest city is Bremen's Roland, a statue of Roland on the central market square, which was erected in 1404. The Roland stands directly in front of the Gothic-style Bremen Town Hall, together with which it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. At the town hall, visitors will also find the Bremen Town Musicians, who are famous far beyond the city limits and are not just a great photo opportunity. Touching the donkey's front legs is said to make a wish come true. On the Schlachte, the historic waterfront promenade on the Weser, guests can end their visit with a leisurely stroll or in one of the many bars, cafés and restaurants.
The city of Bremen, together with its northern offshoot Bremerhaven, forms the smallest German federal state. The focal point and landmark of Germany's eleventh-largest city is Bremen's Roland, a statue of Roland on the central market square, which was erected in 1404. The Roland stands directly in front of the Gothic-style Bremen Town Hall, together with which it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. At the town hall, visitors will also find the Bremen Town Musicians, who are famous far beyond the city limits and are not just a great photo opportunity. Touching the donkey's front legs is said to make a wish come true. On the Schlachte, the historic waterfront promenade on the Weser, guests can end their visit with a leisurely stroll or in one of the many bars, cafés and restaurants.
Diner
Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served at the table) and snacks with free choice of table and flexible meal times.
Soda
All day high quality hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages and a selection of alcoholic beverages; have a look at our bar menu
High Tea
High Tea: once per trip a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. A variety of teas are offered to match
Minibar
daily freshly stocked minibar and reusable water bottle in the cabin
Sekt
A warm welcome with a welcome champagne - here's to a wonderful stay on board
Beauty
Selected beauty products from RITUALS
Wifi
Free WLAN on board - for undisturbed reception
Service
Tips for the entire crew
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