Sightseeing Cruises

Koblenz Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Cruise

4.6/5(292)

Sandra S

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Highly recommended. Very affordable. Nice, clean boat. Air conditioning inside. Departed on time. Easy parking within walking distance. Drinks are served everywhere. Information available in German and English. Afterward, enjoy some shopping and outdoor cafes, since it’s located near the old town.

Astrid K

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

One thing I noticed right away that I liked was that we were allowed to board the ship 30 minutes before departure. The ship was clean, and the service was quick and very friendly. We sat outside under umbrellas. The audio commentary was very clear even out there during the cruise. I did occasionally miss hearing which side (right or left) the sights were on. Two hours is a good length of time and goes by quickly.

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
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Brücke 2 - Gilles Personenschifffahrt
Get direction
Sights covered
Deutsches Eck (German Corner)

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
Sandra S
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Highly recommended. Very affordable. Nice, clean boat. Air conditioning inside. Departed on time. Easy parking within walking distance. Drinks are served everywhere. Information available in German and English. Afterward, enjoy some shopping and outdoor cafes, since it’s located near the old town.
Elena K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The tour was great. We saw a lot, and the explanations were just right—not too much. The waitstaff are all very, very nice, and the tarte flambée is super delicious.
Klaudia H
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
A very pleasant cruise on a charming ship. The food offered was excellent value for the price. The menu is small, but there's something for everyone.
Andrea S
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
We were allowed to board half an hour early. The staff were very friendly. The route was okay. We spent two lovely hours on the ship.
Linda A
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
You drive past the castles, but you only hear their names mentioned very briefly, and then it’s quiet again. I looked it up on Google later, and there’s so much interesting stuff to say about them. More is said about the other things than about the castles that the tour is supposed to be about. It’s a real shame because otherwise it would be a totally cool experience.

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.