Moselle Cruises from Cologne
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5 best Moselle river cruises from Cologne
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Sailing from Cologne, the Moselle's scenic bends lead to historic river ports. Take in Koblenz at the Rhine-Moselle confluence, featuring tours of Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and medieval town centers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cologne, Andernach, Mainz, Germersheim, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim am Rhein, Koblenz Age Range up to 100 year olds River RhineMoselle Operator Just You From
- NZ$7,336
Duration 6 days Destinations Cologne, Cochem, Trier, Bernkastel, Koblenz, Andernach Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German River Moselle Operator DCS Touristik From
- NZ$1,455
From Cologne, sail into the Moselle Valley through Koblenz. The eight-day route winds through the river's most picturesque stretches, visiting historic wine towns before returning via the Rhine-Moselle confluence.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cologne, Treis-Karden, Bernkastel, Trier, Cochem, Koblenz Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA SILVA River Moselle Operator A-ROSA From
- NZ$2,327
Duration 6 days Destinations Cologne, Cochem, Trier, Mehring, Bernkastel, Kues, Koblenz Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA SILVA River Moselle Operator A-ROSA From
- NZ$1,745
The Moselle Valley unfolds from Cologne as you cruise to iconic wine regions. Cochem welcomes visitors with steep vineyard landscapes and medieval architecture. Daily e-bike rides depart from riverside docking points.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cologne, Cochem, Zell, Bernkastel, Kues, Trier, Moselle Valley Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA SILVA River Moselle Operator Terranova Touristik From
- NZ$4,461
What our customers ask about Moselle Cruises from Cologne
What's the typical length of Moselle River cruises starting in Cologne?
Moselle River cruises from Cologne come in 6-8 day options to match different travel schedules. The A-ROSA SILVA's 6-day routes take passengers through towns like Cochem Bernkastel-Kues and Trier-Mehring. The 8-day trips add stops in places like Treis-Karden and Traben-Trarbach. Ships leave from Cologne's main river port at 5 PM letting travelers see the cathedral city before departure. A TourRadar traveler notes "the tour length is perfect for experiencing both the highlights and hidden gems of the Moselle region."
What are the main embarkation points for Moselle tours starting in Cologne?
Cologne offers three key departure points: the Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer pier by Hohenzollern Bridge the Deutzer Bridge pier in the city center and the Niederländer Ufer pier near the Chocolate Museum. Major vessels including the A-ROSA SILVA use these central spots which are close to hotels like the Hyatt Regency Cologne and Maritim Hotel Cologne. Check-in opens at 3 PM giving passengers time to settle in before the standard 5 PM departure. TourRadar travelers often mention "the convenient and well-organized embarkation process in Cologne."
How much time is typically spent in each Moselle town when starting from Cologne?
The schedules allow generous exploration time at each stop. Bernkastel-Kues visits last 19 hours running from 3 AM to 10 PM while Cochem stops usually provide 5-6 hours for town and castle tours. Trier-Mehring gets a full day for discovering its UNESCO sites. The schedule makes the most of daylight hours with evening departures that let guests choose between local restaurants or onboard meals. A TourRadar traveler confirms "The time allocation in each town was perfect - enough to explore thoroughly without feeling rushed."
What are the most popular Moselle wine regions visited on tours starting in Cologne?
Cruises from Cologne visit key wine areas including Bernkastel-Kues with its celebrated Riesling vineyards and Bremmer Calmont Europe's steepest vineyard. Stops include traditional wineries in Reil and Traben-Trarbach for tastings and vineyard visits. Ships like the A-ROSA SILVA feature special wine excursions and onboard wine events. According to a TourRadar traveler "The wine tastings in Bernkastel-Kues were exceptional offering insights into the region's centuries-old winemaking traditions."
What activities are included in the first day starting in Cologne?
Day one features a guided tour of Cologne Cathedral (UNESCO site) and the old town before boarding. Tours leave time to see landmarks like Hohenzollern Bridge the Chocolate Museum and Alter Markt square. Ships including the A-ROSA SILVA welcome guests with champagne and boat orientations. Many visitors choose hotels like the Excelsior Hotel Ernst or Hilton Cologne for easy city access. TourRadar travelers say "Starting in Cologne was perfect as we got to explore this magnificent city before setting sail on our Moselle adventure."
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