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The journey begins in Düsseldorf, where modern architecture and the lively old town welcome visitors. Along the Rhine, the cruise heads to Duisburg, home to Europe’s largest inland port. Here, industrial structures meet green parks and riverbanks. Via the Rhine-Herne Canal, the ship reaches Herne Ost, in the Ruhr area, where former coal mines and cultural projects contrast with natural floodplains. In Münster, Westphalia reveals its charm. The cathedral, historic market square, and cycle-friendly avenues highlight a city surrounded by meadows and rivers. Further north lies Minden, with its impressive waterway cross where the Weser meets the Mittelland Canal. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and wide fields. Wolfsburg combines technology and nature, with the Autostadt, castle, and forests along the canal. At Rothensee, the giant lock and canal bridges mark a technical wonder before arriving in Burg bei Magdeburg, where towers and the Elbe floodplains dominate. In Brandenburg an der Havel, medieval history blends with a lakescape rich in forests and waterways. The journey continues to Potsdam, famous for Sanssouci Palace and elegant parks in a unique cultural landscape. Finally, the cruise ends in Berlin Spandau, where history and modernity meet along the Havel. The Spandau Citadel and green surroundings provide the perfect finale to a diverse voyage through cities, landscapes, and waterways.
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.
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 "small" large city of Herne has a good 160,000 inhabitants and is located in the Ruhr region in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Well known is the Rhine-Herne Canal, a 45.4 kilometer long federal waterway. Here is the marina Herne-Ost (kilometer 37.5) in the immediate vicinity of the lock Herne-Ost. The harbor has a restaurant, a snack bar and shopping facilities. The eastern district is called Sodingen (35,000 inhabitants) and is divided into the districts of Horsthausen, Börnig/Holthausen and Sodingen. The waterway runs through Horsthausen. The Teutoburgia coal mine settlement belonged to the coal mine of the same name in the Börnig district, a former coal mine that was shut down as early as 1929. The settlement is a listed building and was designed as a garden city. The winding tower of Shaft 1 has been preserved, as has the old winding machine hall as an impressive building of industrial architecture. The colliery site has been converted into a park and, together with the Art Forest, is part of the Route of Industrial Culture. Along the way, there are art and sound objects that remind visitors of its former use. The head of the winding tower is illuminated at night.
The "small" large city of Herne has a good 160,000 inhabitants and is located in the Ruhr region in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Well known is the Rhine-Herne Canal, a 45.4 kilometer long federal waterway. Here is the marina Herne-Ost (kilometer 37.5) in the immediate vicinity of the lock Herne-Ost. The harbor has a restaurant, a snack bar and shopping facilities. The eastern district is called Sodingen (35,000 inhabitants) and is divided into the districts of Horsthausen, Börnig/Holthausen and Sodingen. The waterway runs through Horsthausen. The Teutoburgia coal mine settlement belonged to the coal mine of the same name in the Börnig district, a former coal mine that was shut down as early as 1929. The settlement is a listed building and was designed as a garden city. The winding tower of Shaft 1 has been preserved, as has the old winding machine hall as an impressive building of industrial architecture. The colliery site has been converted into a park and, together with the Art Forest, is part of the Route of Industrial Culture. Along the way, there are art and sound objects that remind visitors of its former use. The head of the winding tower is illuminated at night.
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.
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.
The city of Wolfsburg is located in Lower Saxony in the north-west of Germany. It is mainly known as a car city, because a large VW plant is located here. In addition, VW has a large museum and an amusement park in the immediate vicinity of the plant. Furthermore, one can visit the "Science Center Phaeno" in Wolfsburg, which is convincing from the outside by its special architecture, and from the inside by its exciting content on the subject of natural science and technology. The visitor is introduced to over 350 phenomena. Furthermore, the city also has an art museum, a planetarium and designer outlets to offer..
The city of Wolfsburg is located in Lower Saxony in the north-west of Germany. It is mainly known as a car city, because a large VW plant is located here. In addition, VW has a large museum and an amusement park in the immediate vicinity of the plant. Furthermore, one can visit the "Science Center Phaeno" in Wolfsburg, which is convincing from the outside by its special architecture, and from the inside by its exciting content on the subject of natural science and technology. The visitor is introduced to over 350 phenomena. Furthermore, the city also has an art museum, a planetarium and designer outlets to offer..
Rothensee is located in the north of Magdeburg and is known for its famous ship lift, which is a true work of art due to its technical construction. The construction of the ship lift has historically been a milestone for water transport technology, but was already decommissioned in 2006 because the dimensions of the construction are too small for today's ships. For these reasons, the ship lift nowadays only serves as a monument.
Rothensee is located in the north of Magdeburg and is known for its famous ship lift, which is a true work of art due to its technical construction. The construction of the ship lift has historically been a milestone for water transport technology, but was already decommissioned in 2006 because the dimensions of the construction are too small for today's ships. For these reasons, the ship lift nowadays only serves as a monument.
Burg near Magdeburg is the self-proclaimed city of towers. Northeast of the state capital, the Elbe River marks the city area with its course. The medieval walls and towers can be seen from afar. For more than 300 years, the Witches' Tower has towered over the town. It is cozy in the old town quarter, where small cafés invite you to take a break after a walk through the old town alleys. Tuesdays and Fridays are market days in the streets of the city center. In addition to the regional vendors, the stores and boutiques also attract visitors - and restaurants and cafés in the lively center of the tower city take care of hunger. The churches, above all the Romanesque church of St. Nicolai or St. Peter's from the 13th century, are an exciting destination not only for churchgoers. After a short stroll through the city, the shady giant trees in Goethepark provide welcome cooling.
The city of Magdeburg on the Elbe is the state capital of Saxony-Anhalt. Among the prominent sights is the Gothic Cathedral of Magdeburg in the center. Next to it is the Hundertwasser House with the Green Citadel, in whose courtyard the typical architecture and colorful columns of the artist can be admired. The millennium tower, built of wood, is the highest wooden building in the world with a height of 60 meters and can be walked and climbed by visitors. Also worth seeing is the beautifully landscaped Elbauenpark.
Brandenburg Stadt or Brandenburg an der Havel is a city in the north-east of Germany. It is especially known for its Gothic buildings. Among others, the old town hall or the Brandenburg Cathedral can be mentioned here. In addition, you can visit several other churches in Brandenburg city, such as St. Catherine's Church, St. Gotthard's Church or St. Nicholas Church. In addition, the city still the Industry Museum Brandenburg an der Havel, the archaeological museum Brandenburg, as well as the Psychiatry Museum of the Asklepios to offer.
Brandenburg Stadt or Brandenburg an der Havel is a city in the north-east of Germany. It is especially known for its Gothic buildings. Among others, the old town hall or the Brandenburg Cathedral can be mentioned here. In addition, you can visit several other churches in Brandenburg city, such as St. Catherine's Church, St. Gotthard's Church or St. Nicholas Church. In addition, the city still the Industry Museum Brandenburg an der Havel, the archaeological museum Brandenburg, as well as the Psychiatry Museum of the Asklepios to offer.
The capital of Brandenburg, Potsdam, is the most populous city in Brandenburg with about 180,000 inhabitants. However, Potsdam convinces primarily by a whole number of worthwhile sights, which even count to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. After all, the city was already in 1990 included in the so-called list of world cultural and natural heritage of mankind, because there is the largest German collection of world heritage sites. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city may also call itself a UNESCO film city. However, the most famous and important sights are definitely the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace park, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the Historic Mill.
The capital of Brandenburg, Potsdam, is the most populous city in Brandenburg with about 180,000 inhabitants. However, Potsdam convinces primarily by a whole number of worthwhile sights, which even count to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. After all, the city was already in 1990 included in the so-called list of world cultural and natural heritage of mankind, because there is the largest German collection of world heritage sites. Since 2019, the Brandenburg city may also call itself a UNESCO film city. However, the most famous and important sights are definitely the famous Sanssouci Palace with its beautiful palace park, as well as the Potsdam Film Museum and the Mill Museum in the Historic Mill.
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its rich history and modern significance, the city offers countless fascinating sights to explore. Among its most famous landmarks are the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. Berlin is also home to all major government buildings – most notably the Reichstag, with its striking glass dome, which is well worth a visit. You can also discover sites of great historical importance such as Checkpoint Charlie or the East Side Gallery, a preserved section of the Berlin Wall. And for shopping enthusiasts, the Kurfürstendamm – one of Berlin’s most iconic boulevards – offers a perfect mix of boutiques, cafés, and lively city flair.
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. With its rich history and modern significance, the city offers countless fascinating sights to explore. Among its most famous landmarks are the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower, and the Victory Column. Berlin is also home to all major government buildings – most notably the Reichstag, with its striking glass dome, which is well worth a visit. You can also discover sites of great historical importance such as Checkpoint Charlie or the East Side Gallery, a preserved section of the Berlin Wall. And for shopping enthusiasts, the Kurfürstendamm – one of Berlin’s most iconic boulevards – offers a perfect mix of boutiques, cafés, and lively city flair.
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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