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A-ROSA River Cruises, Rhine Christmas Markets from Cologne, December 3, 2023

A-ROSA River Cruises Rhine 5-day route

Cruising from: Cologne, Germany;

Departure Date: 3 December, 2023;

Cruise Line: A-ROSA River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: A-ROSA Silva;

Duration: 5 days;

Ports of Call: Cologne, Rudesheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Koblenz, Cologne;



5-day cruise to Cologne, Rudesheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Koblenz, Cologne on board A-ROSA Silva.

Day 0 Cologne, Germany

Cologne is fourth largest city in Germany and largest city of the Land of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the key inland ports of Europe, it is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. Cologne is famous for its 12 great Romanesque churches - especially the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - all an easy walk from the historic Old Town. Its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. Among its attractions are Roman remains, medieval churches, Baroque palaces, and museums that reflect such diverse subjects and the various products for which it is known: fragrances, mustard, and chocolate.

Day 1 Rudesheim, Germany

Rudesheim is a German town in the Rhine Gorge, and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in this region. Rudesheim is known for two things: wine and the Rhein (Rhine) river. A historical landmark Drosselgasse is an integral part of the town's past. Rudesheim offers restaurants, cafes, bars, wine stalls, gelaterias, souvenirs shops and hotels. Next to its extensive vineyards, the city's rich cultural and historic background make it one of the most intriguing places to visit in the country.

Day 2 Speyer, Germany

Speyer is a port on the left bank of the Rhine River at the mouth of the Speyer River, south of Ludwigshafen. Its centre is home to some outstanding museums and the remains of a medieval synagogue, and is easily explored on foot. Speyer has a lot to offer: Imperial Cathedral and Memorial Church, a technology museum and a sea-life centre.

Day 3 Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Strasbourg is the second most popular tourist city in France, after Paris. There are three main attractions: the cathedral, historic quarter of Petite France, with its half-timbered medieval houses and its quays overlooking branches of the river Ill and the Strasbourg Christmas market, the oldest and biggest historic Christmas market in Europe. The old town is a maze of narrow streets and alleys and the reflections of half-timbered houses with sloping roofs, reminiscent of those seen in fairytales

Day 4 Koblenz, Germany

Koblenz is a German city situated on both banks of the Rhine where it is joined by the Moselle. The main sights are the old castle of Ehrenbreitstein, which dominates the right bank of the wide Rhine, and Fort Konstantin, strategically located in the heart of the old city, with views over both rivers. One of the newer tourist attractions in the city, the Koblenz Cable Car takes visitors on a thrilling aerial journey to Ehrenbreitstein castle

Day 5 Cologne, Germany

Cologne is fourth largest city in Germany and largest city of the Land of North Rhine-Westphalia. One of the key inland ports of Europe, it is the historic, cultural, and economic capital of the Rhineland. Cologne is famous for its 12 great Romanesque churches - especially the magnificent Cologne Cathedral - all an easy walk from the historic Old Town. Its university is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. Among its attractions are Roman remains, medieval churches, Baroque palaces, and museums that reflect such diverse subjects and the various products for which it is known: fragrances, mustard, and chocolate.

Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Rhine river cruise with A-ROSA River Cruises. Sail with A-ROSA River Cruises from Cologne to Rhine on board A-ROSA Silva. Discover the best of Germany, France on this Rhine cruise and discover amazing Cologne, Rudesheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Koblenz, Cologne. A-ROSA Silva leaving Cologne, Germany for 5 day from December 3, 2023.


Rhine River cruise December 2023


Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at A-ROSA River Cruises website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the A-ROSA River Cruises website.