We'll head for Königswinter to visit Schloss Drachenburg. During the short trip on the funicular railway to reach the villa built on the Drachenfels hill, you'll discover the magnificent landscape surrounding the Siebengebirge range. The castle was built in a record two years—from 1882 to 1884.
Take your time to marvel at the architecture and layout worthy of a royal palace: formal gardens, terraces with plunging views over the Rhine, exquisite rooms and dining halls, the art gallery, salon, and much, much more.
We'll return on board the ship.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- These excursions are not proposed for all the cruises and depend on the itinerary.
We'll head for Königswinter to visit Schloss Drachenburg. During the short trip on the funicular railway to reach the villa built on the Drachenfels hill, you'll discover the magnificent landscape surrounding the Siebengebirge range. The castle was built in a record two years—from 1882 to 1884.
Take your time to marvel at the architecture and layout worthy of a royal palace: formal gardens, terraces with plunging views over the Rhine, exquisite rooms and dining halls, the art gallery, salon, and much, much more.
We'll return on board the ship.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- These excursions are not proposed for all the cruises and depend on the itinerary.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Stop in AMSTERDAM – COLOGNE – BONN – KOENIGSWINTER – MAINZ – STRASBOURG - BREISACH - BASEL
The Rhine as a Legacy: Art, History, and Heritage. Discovering Europe’s Geniuses and Masterpieces Follow the course of the Rhine on a lively and flavorful journey during this unique cruise between iconic cities and river landscapes, enriched with cultural activities and gourmet pleasures on board. This itinerary from Amsterdam to Basel takes you on a discovery of cities steeped in history, through the art and architecture that have shaped this region. At each stop, the local atmosphere unfolds: Amsterdam with the Rijksmuseum and a cruise along the Dutch canals, Cologne and its Gothic cathedral, as well as Bonn and its Beethoven Museum. Onboard lectures enhance these discoveries, from Beethoven to the Dutch Golden Age. The journey continues with Drachenburg Castle, Mainz, Strasbourg and its must-see landmarks, as well as the Cité du Train in Mulhouse. On board, enjoy cultural games focused on nature, history, and heritage, along with a gourmet moment featuring a demonstration of how to assemble a Black Forest cake.
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Stop in BASEL - BREISACH - STRASBOURG - MAINZ - KOENIGSWINTER - BONN - COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM
The Rhine as Heritage: Art, History, and Legacy. Discovering Europe’s Geniuses and Masterpieces Follow the course of the Rhine on a lively and flavorful immersion during this unique cruise between iconic cities and river landscapes, enriched with cultural activities and gourmet pleasures on board. This itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam takes you on a journey through historic cities, exploring the art and architecture that have shaped this region. At each stop, the local atmosphere unfolds: from the Cité du Train in Mulhouse to the treasures of Strasbourg, with its historical museum and cathedral, then Mainz through the Gutenberg Museum. Onboard lectures enhance these discoveries, ranging from a Black Forest culinary demonstration to a conference dedicated to Beethoven. The journey continues with Drachenburg Castle, Bonn and its Beethoven Museum, as well as the majestic Cologne Cathedral. On board, enjoy cultural games centered on the heritage and legends of the Rhine, along with a lecture devoted to the Dutch Golden Age. The voyage concludes in Amsterdam, with visits to the Rijksmuseum and a stroll along the canals.
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