{"id":885481,"date":"2025-12-11T16:32:27","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T15:32:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=885481"},"modified":"2025-12-04T18:11:06","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T17:11:06","slug":"beautiful-cities-in-germany-rhine-river-cruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/beautiful-cities-in-germany-rhine-river-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"5 beautiful cities in Germany\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0visit on our Rhine River Cruise"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0looking for beautiful cities in Germany,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0undoubtedly be drawn towards the Rhine River.\u00a0Along this winding waterway, medieval\u00a0towns, well-preserved\u00a0castles\u00a0and\u00a0sweeping\u00a0vineyards are welcome stopping points for curious\u00a0travelers\u00a0\u2013 and\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0see it all on our\u00a0Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam<\/a>\u00a0River Cruise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serving as the border between Germany and France, the Rhine River then flows from Strasbourg straight through western Germany,\u00a0and onto Amsterdam. Germany’s section of the river includes the Upper Middle Rhine Valley between Koblenz and R\u00fcdesheim (more on those cities below), 65km (40mi) of which is a UNESCO<\/a> World Heritage Site. This stretch of river isn’t just picture-perfect \u2013 it’s just as stunning in real life, dotted with castles, historic towns and vineyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On board your ship, the Trafalgar Verity,\u00a0you can sit back and relax as\u00a0Germany’s scenic riverside unfolds\u00a0outside your window.\u00a0Here are five of the most beautiful cities in Germany that\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0see for yourself when you River Cruise<\/a> with Trafalgar.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Koblenz <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Koblenz is one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, as well as one of its oldest. It\u2019s famous as the place where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, marked at the Deutsches Eck (German Corner) \u2013 when the Romans first settled here it was called Castellum apud Confluentes, meaning \u2018fort at the confluence\u2019.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wandering its cobbled streets, you\u2019ll come across quaint shops, historic monuments and grand churches. On the banks of the river stands the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, the second largest preserved fortress in Europe built between 1817 and 1828 (though its history dates back to the year 1000). It isn’t just magnificent to look at, but offers spectacular views across the valley. The best way to get to the fortress? By cable car!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On your Rhine River Cruise with Trafalgar, you\u2019ll cruise through the fairytale Middle Rhine and past Koblenz\u2019s German Corner. When you step off your ship, you\u2019ll join a Local Specialist to go and stand at German Corner and see the 37-metre-high Kaiser Wilhelm Monument, before wandering through the Old Town where you\u2019ll pass historic churches, lively squares and Romanesque architecture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Braubach <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Known as a half-timbered heaven,\u00a0passing through\u00a0Braubach\u00a0is like\u00a0taking\u00a0a trip\u00a0back into\u00a0the\u00a0medieval\u00a0era.\u00a0When you sail with Trafalgar you’ll pass by Braubach, found between\u00a0Rudesheim\u00a0and Koblenz. It’s often defined by\u00a0Marksburg\u00a0castle; the grand fortification\u00a0sits above the\u00a0town, and as\u00a0the oldest intact castle on the Rhine River and a\u00a0UNESCO World Heritage Site\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0a key site along the Rhine.\u00a0However, the town of\u00a0Braubach\u00a0is\u00a0also\u00a0well worth visiting.\u00a0Like the castle\u00a0it’s\u00a0incredibly well-preserved, with narrow streets and old timber-framed\u00a0houses creating a cosy, romantic atmosphere.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. R\u00fcdesheim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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The Rhine is a dream destination for wine lovers, but R\u00fcdesheim is a particular must-see for those who appreciate the Riesling grape. After you\u2019ve sailed through the beautiful Middle Rhine Gorge, your River Cruise arrives in R\u00fcdesheim.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While in quaint R\u00fcdesheim with Trafalgar,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0get your bearings with a ride on its\u00a0Winzerexpress<\/a>, a mini train that takes you through the town while learning about the country, its people and, of course, the vineyards. With a free afternoon\u00a0here\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0have plenty of time to\u00a0discover\u00a0the\u00a0town through your own eyes \u2013\u00a0head to the old town to wander\u00a0Drosselgasse, a small but charming street\u00a0that\u2019s\u00a0just two meters wide, packed with\u00a0lively\u00a0restaurants, cafes,\u00a0wine\u00a0taverns\u00a0and local sellers.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look out for local delicacies like\u00a0R\u00fcdesheimer\u00a0Kaffee, an alcoholic coffee mixed with a local brandy called Asbach\u00a0Uralt, and\u00a0wiebelkuchen, a savory onion cake made with onions, bacon, cream, and caraway seeds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternatively, when you travel with us you have the chance to join an\u00a0Optional Experience to the\u00a0vineyards of R\u00fcdesheim, where\u00a0you’ll\u00a0walk the Wine Trail past historic buildings and monuments (and vineyards, of course). Take in unforgettable views all while learning about the region\u2019s rich winemaking heritage from your Local Specialist.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Speyer <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Speyer is\u00a0another\u00a0of Germany\u2019s oldest cities, founded by the Romans in 10 BCE as a military camp.\u00a0Its skyline is characterized by the magnificent cathedral;\u00a0the UNESCO World Heritage Site is\u00a0the largest Romanesque church in the world,\u00a0with its two tallest towers stretching 71 meters (232 feet) high. The\u00a0red sandstone cathedral\u00a0makes\u00a0a wonderful\u00a0sight, and\u00a0offers\u00a0incredible views from the top.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back on the ground, Speyer’s famous Maximilian Street is the heart of the city. Once laid out by Roman soldiers, it\u2019s now a bustling pedestrianized promenade with restored Baroque houses lining the street which connects the cathedral with the Old City Gate. Take a leisurely stroll down the street, stopping at local shops and cafes before you reach the Old City Gate \u2013 it dates back to 1230 and stands at 54 meters (180 feet) tall, making it a major a landmark of the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Trafalgar,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0step ashore in Speyer to join a Local Specialist for a walking tour along Maximilian Street,\u00a0learning more about this Medieval city.\u00a0In the Middle Ages, Speyer was home to one of the largest Jewish communities in the Holy Roman Empire;\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0also uncover the remains of\u00a0the city\u2019s\u00a011th-century Jewish community, including its ritual baths.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Heidelberg\u00a0has to\u00a0be one of the most romantic cities along the German Rhine.\u00a0Picturesque views\u00a0are around every corner of the city, which is set against a lush backdrop of the Odenwald forest.\u00a0One of its most photographed spots is the Alte Br\u00fccke (Old Bridge), also known as Karl Theodor Bridge, completed in 1788.\u00a0Though the town itself escaped the\u00a0World War II mostly\u00a0unscathed, in March 1945 German soldiers blew up this\u00a0pedestrian\u00a0bridge during the final days of the war. Citizens rallied together to raise donations and began rebuilding\u00a0Alte Br\u00fccke\u00a0the next year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While\u00a0ashore in\u00a0Speyer\u00a0with Trafalgar,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0have the opportunity to take an\u00a0Optional Experience to\u00a0Heidelberg\u00a0and see its beauty for yourself as you wander its charming Baroque old town, passing the Holy Spirit Church. You’ll also visit the Student Prison<\/a>, where students were incarcerated for ‘offences against the public order’ between 1823 to 1914, as well as Germany\u2019s longest pedestrian street, the ‘Hauptstrasse’, lined with shops and cafes. Onto the\u00a0ruins\u00a0of\u00a0Heidelberg Castle,\u00a0the epitome of German Romanticism\u00a0perched\u00a0on the\u00a0K\u00f6nigstuhl\u00a0hillside\u00a0above this historic city\u00a0\u2013 see why the\u00a0castle inspired Mark Twain and countless other artists.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See the most beautiful cities in Germany on our Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam River Cruise<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0looking for beautiful cities in Germany,\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0undoubtedly be drawn towards the Rhine River.\u00a0Along this winding waterway, medieval\u00a0towns, well-preserved\u00a0castles\u00a0and\u00a0sweeping\u00a0vineyards are welcome stopping points for curious\u00a0travelers\u00a0\u2013 and\u00a0you\u2019ll\u00a0see it all on our\u00a0Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam\u00a0River Cruise. Serving as the border between Germany and France, the Rhine River then flows from Strasbourg straight through western Germany,\u00a0and onto Amsterdam. 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