Sightseeing Cruises

Koblenz Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Cruise

Koblenz sightseeing cruise boat on the Rhine River with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in the background.

Ehrenbreitstein Fortress overlooking the Rhine River in Koblenz, Germany.

Woman enjoying a drink on a Koblenz sightseeing cruise.

Gilles boat cruising past a historic building on the Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

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4.4/5

(122)

Pamela R

Couple

Verified booking

Dec 2025

The Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour was amazing, a different and more complete way to explore the city. Beautiful landscapes and a great way to learn about the history of the city. Word of advice, take cash as they don't take credit card.

Katherine J

Couple

Verified booking

Nov 2025

The process of buying the tickets was simple and the boat trip was really interesting to see iconic buildings from the river. The boat was really comfortable and the service was good with a wide range of drinks available.

Jörg F

Couple

Verified booking

Oct 2025

Relaxed atmosphere on board, also because embarkation was 30 minutes before take-off. Friendly and courteous staff. The ship was very clean in all areas.

Elmar W

Family

Verified booking

Oct 2025

Large boat, very friendly service for food and drinks, good quality of catering, louder engine noise to be heard at the back during the trip, explanations during the trip only for the sights - between Oberlahnsein and Braubach correspondingly poor. The good seats are occupied 20 minutes before departure.

Take a relaxing 2-hour boat trip down the scenic Rhine River and spot historic castles at this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Ride through the Middle Rhine Valley and see magnificent fortresses like the Lahneck Castle and Stolzenfels Castle overlooking the river.

Do not miss the St John’s Monastery, set in the oldest church of the Middle Rhine, and the All Saints Chapel, a pilgrimage site popular since 1671.

Witness the confluence of two rivers, the Rhine and Moselle, at the Deutsches Eck, followed by the towering medieval-age castles at Martinsburg and Marksburg.

Fun fact: Legend has it that when the Knights Templar were ordered to be disbanded in 1312, the last 12 of them took refuge in Lahneck Castle.

2-hour boat tour of the Middle Rhine Valley

Views of the Electoral Palace, Lahneck Castle, Stolzenfels Castle, Marksburg Castle, and more

Food and beverages (at your own expense)

Entry to historical sites and the wine village

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
1 Boarding point
Brücke 2 - Gilles Personenschifffahrt
Get direction
Sights covered
Deutsches Eck (German Corner)
Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Electoral Palace of Koblenz
Lahneck Castle
Stolzenfels Castle
Martinsburg Castle
Königsstuhl, Rhens
Braubach
Marksburg Castle

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Pamela R
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
The Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour was amazing, a different and more complete way to explore the city. Beautiful landscapes and a great way to learn about the history of the city. Word of advice, take cash as they don't take credit card.
Katherine J
Couple
Verified booking
Nov 2025
The process of buying the tickets was simple and the boat trip was really interesting to see iconic buildings from the river. The boat was really comfortable and the service was good with a wide range of drinks available.
Jörg F
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Relaxed atmosphere on board, also because embarkation was 30 minutes before take-off. Friendly and courteous staff. The ship was very clean in all areas.
Elmar W
Family
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Large boat, very friendly service for food and drinks, good quality of catering, louder engine noise to be heard at the back during the trip, explanations during the trip only for the sights - between Oberlahnsein and Braubach correspondingly poor. The good seats are occupied 20 minutes before departure.
Claudia D
Family
Verified booking
Nov 2025

Discover the beauty of the Middle Rhine Valley on a 2-hour cruise.

Getting started Board your boat at the Koblenz pier, where staff will assist with boarding procedures and provide an introduction to the tour.

What to expect

Middle Rhine Valley A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning landscapes and historic castles.

View the majestic Lahneck Castle and Stolzenfels Castle, both overlooking the river.

Pass by the historic wine village and admire the Johanneskloster and All Saints Chapel.

Witness the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers at the Deutsches Eck.

Hear tales of the Knights Templar and other fascinating legends from the region.

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID in case it's needed at the time of boarding.

Accessibility

This boat trip is wheelchair/stroller accessible.

The boats are equipped with ramps, and there are staff to assist wheelchair users and those with strollers.

What’s not allowed

Outside food and beverages are not allowed onboard.

Pets (except guide dogs) are not allowed.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.