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On board the comfortable and exclusive ship La Paloma, you will cruise through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site and relax as a remarkable line of castles and palaces unfolds along the river. Your journey begins in Koblenz, where you will sail a short distance down the Rhine with views of the riverfront, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and the famous Deutsches Eck. At the mouth of the Moselle the ship will turn and head upriver towards Braubach and the Marksburg. Along the way the boat will take you past several historic landmarks. You will see the Electoral Palace in Koblenz and the Koblenz Brewery, and sail by Lahneck Castle, Stolzenfels Castle and the Königsstuhl in Rhens. In Braubach, beside the Marksburg, the ship will turn again for the return to Koblenz. Throughout the cruise you can enjoy the scenery from the deck and take in the distinctive architecture that marks this stretch of the Rhine.

On this 2.5-hour cruise, you'll journey to the legendary Loreley Rock. You'll set sail from Boppard, cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Middle Rhine Valley with its fairytale castles, terraced vineyards and villages with traditional half-timbered houses. There will be a restaurant on board, so you can have a German beer or wine while you take in scenic views. After, the boat will return to the same spot.

On this riverboat cruise, you'll discover the beauty of the Moselle River and its surrounding landscape. You'll get to learn about the area's rich history and attractions with the help of an audio commentary. You'll board a riverboat and begin your cruise around Cochem on the Moselle. Along with a view of picturesque houses and vineyards, you'll pass under the massive towers of Reichsburg Castle set above Cochem. With an onboard audio guide, you'll learn about the history of Cochem, the Reichsburg Castle and other area attractions.

Koblenz’s Christmas atmosphere is especially striking from the water, where you will pass the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, the German Corner and the Moselle estuary. As you move along the river, seasonal music will set the mood and let you soak up the festive setting from the deck. On board, mulled wine sourced from the local vineyards will be available to enjoy while you take in the views. Light snacks are offered à la carte from the galley if you want something to nibble on as you listen to the Christmas music and watch the city lights. Please note that dogs are not allowed on board this tour.

This panoramic boat tour on the Moselle offers a relaxed way to take in the picturesque landscape around Cochem. You will travel on the water and enjoy broad views of the riverside scenery as you move along, with plenty of time to sit back and soak in the surroundings. Along the way, a guide provides clear explanations of the sights you pass, pointing out features of the landscape and the area around Cochem. The commentary helps put the views into context, so you’ll understand what you’re seeing as the scenery unfolds. The experience is calm and unhurried, ideal if you want to enjoy the Moselle’s beauty from the water while learning about the local area through informative, on-board explanations.

This self-guided audio tour lets you explore Koblenz at your own pace using the CityAppTour app. The tour offers more than 30 handpicked stories curated by a local guide, and the app works offline so you can listen as you walk without needing a connection. The narration focuses on engaging tales rather than dry facts, bringing the city’s past and present to life. As you move through the historic Old Town, you’ll pass the famous Deutsches Eck where the Rhine and Moselle meet, and visit landmarks such as St. Castor Basilica, the Church of Our Lady, Jesuitenplatz and the picturesque Florins Market Square. Along the way the stories will explain Koblenz’s Roman origins, its role in medieval trade and the impact of Prussian fortifications, and they’ll share the legends behind the Schängel Fountain. The result is a clear sense of the city’s atmosphere where two great rivers converge.

On board the comfortable, exclusive ship La Paloma, you'll cruise through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site where castles and palaces line the river banks. You can relax on deck and take in the landscape as the ship glides along the Rhine. The trip starts in Koblenz and first sails a short distance downriver, offering views of the Rhine in front of Koblenz, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and the famous Deutsches Eck. At the mouth of the Moselle the ship will turn and head back up the Rhine toward Lahnstein and Stolzenfels. Along the way you will pass the Electoral Castle of Koblenz, the Koblenz Brewery, Lahneck Castle and Stolzenfels Castle before the vessel turns once more for the return to Koblenz.

You will take part in a wine tasting held directly at the winemaker’s. The setting lets you taste the wines where they are made and offers a closer view of the product than a typical shop or bar visit. As you taste, you will gain a new perspective on each wine and learn about the ideas and care behind them. Along the way you will hear about the qualities that shape the wine’s character and how the winemaker’s passion influences their choices. The experience is designed to help you appreciate the drink with more background and context than a standard tasting.

Located in the heart of the volcanic Eifel, the Birgel Historical Water Mill invites you to explore traditional craftsmanship, history and hospitality. As you move through the site, four restored, working mills — a grain mill, a mustard mill, an oil mill and a sawmill — will show how hydropower was used in the past. The grain mill, modernised in 1917, was once the largest in Daun County and remains especially impressive. During guided tours you will see how flour, mustard and oil are produced and you can taste traditional sourdough bread from the stone oven in the mill bakery. You can also join courses and tastings at the in-house distillery. The on-site restaurant invites you to linger on a self-paying basis and offers regional specialities. The mill offers individual programmes for family celebrations, weddings or conferences, and overall remains a lively place where you can experience old traditions.

You will join a local winemaker for an informal, hands-on look at organic grape growing and sustainable wine production. As you move through the vineyard, you'll learn the principles behind organic cultivation and how vines are cared for without synthetic chemicals. Along the way the winemaker will explain the practical choices that support healthier soil, plant balance and biodiversity. You will also explore sustainable winemaking practices and hear how those choices influence the style and quality of wine. Conversation will cover the reasoning behind each approach rather than a technical lecture, so you can understand how sustainability shapes decisions in the winery. The experience finishes with a tasting of handcrafted organic wines, giving you a chance to sample the results and ask questions about the wines you try.

At the Birgel Historical Water Mill in the Eifel you'll find the largest operating technology museum in Germany, which comes to life on selected days. As you move through the mill, exhibits show how mills, motors and machines once shaped everyday life. The setting is hands-on and historic rather than a static display, so you can see machinery working much as it did in the past. Highlights include a fully functional 1917 steam engine, a mechanical oil press that has been operating for over 130 years, and a three-storey grain mill driven by a water turbine. Along the way you will also encounter a historic lathe, a mustard mill and a grist mill, plus the site’s own scoop brewery and brandy distillery. These working exhibits give a clear sense of traditional production methods and the scale of historic technology. A varied children’s programme is available for an additional fee. For example, children may bake bread, make cereal, stir mustard or press oil using traditional methods under instruction, offering a practical introduction to the crafts and processes on display.

Get to know Koblenz in a unique and affordable way with a self‑guided city game you play on your smartphone. Through the online app you’ll follow a GPS‑guided route that leads you to the city’s nicest squares, streets and monuments. Along the way you’ll play a fun, family‑friendly game: answer questions about the locations and complete search assignments to learn interesting facts about Koblenz as you move through the city. This isn’t a ‘boring’ guide — you decide when to start, stop or pause, and you’ll log in on the free city game app to enjoy the experience at your own pace. The format works well for families and is also suitable for large groups who want a shared, flexible activity while exploring Koblenz.

From Cochem you'll travel by boat to Bruttig, then follow a short six‑minute walk to the winery. The master vintner will welcome you and walk with you through the nearby vineyards. Along the way you'll learn about the land, the local people and the methods used for wine growing. Back at the winery you'll enjoy a small wine tasting accompanied by a hearty winemaker's vesper. Boosted by the food, you'll sample a few more glasses of wine. After the tasting you are welcome to linger at the ostrich farm and have a drink while you wait for the bus transfer that will take you back to Cochem.

You will cycle through a picture-book landscape along the Moselle. In Zell you will pick up bicycles in the morning and collect a picnic basket prepared with delicious delicacies and drinks. The route will lead you toward Traben, and along the way you can pause to enjoy the river scenery. At Traben you will spread your picnic blanket directly on the Moselle and relax in the natural setting while you eat. In the early afternoon a ship will take you and your bike back to Zell from Traben, including a lock passage. Back in Zell a winemaker will be waiting; you will taste a glass of wine and receive a bottle of wine per person. After that there will still be time to explore Zell itself.

You will start your experience in Bernkastel, boarding a boat for a scenic cruise to Kröv. Along the way you will enjoy views of the Moselle landscape as the riverbanks and vineyards pass by. Once in Kröv, the pier is just a short walk from an ostrich farm where a lunch of tarte flambée — classic or vegetarian — will be served. After lunch a winemaker will meet you and lead a walk through the village and the surrounding vineyards on the way to the winery. Along the route you will hear about the place, local winegrowing and the region. At the winery you can learn more about Moselle wine and sample some of the local wines. In good spirits you will return to the pier and take the boat back to Bernkastel.