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Threading its way down on a 900 mile journey from the Alps through the four European countries of Switzerland, France, Germany and Holland before running into the North Sea, the Rhine is Europe's main arterial waterway.
It's not surprising that this mighty river remains one of the most popular for cruising, offering a kaleidoscopic mix of awe-inspiring scenery, history, art and culture.
Childhood memories will be rekindled with the storybook scenery of medieval castles and quaint villages along the route. You can savour the delights of Rheingau, Germany's famous Rhine growing area, explore cities old and new or simply relax and enjoy the spectacular passing scenery.
The Moselle by contrast is a smaller and more intimate river where time seems to have stood still. It meanders for 160 miles past castles, fortresses, terraced vineyards and wine-villages nestled by the shore.
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| PLACES OF INTEREST |
Amsterdam - This vibrant city known as the 'Venice of the North' includes the Rijksmuseum which houses works by artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Frans Hal.
Bernkastel - Famous for its wine growing and wine trading Bernkastel's market place is surrounded by well preserved half-timbered houses.
Cochem - One of the prettiest towns in the beautiful Moselle valley with its medieval style castle dominating the town from its hilltop position.
Cologne - Visit the magnificent twin-spired Gothic cathedral which was started in the 13th century but not completed until the 19th.
Dusseldorf - A stylish metropolis whose heart is the Konigsallee, an elegant boulevard lined with smart shops and sidewalk cafes.
Koblenz - A former Roman fort, which stands at the meeting point of the Rhine and Moselle rivers.
Mainz - This university town is capital of the Rheinland-Pfalz and home to St. Martin's Cathedral one of the finest church buildings in the Upper Rhine region.
Speyer - The home to Germany's most impressive high Romanesque church.
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Rudesheim - This ancient little town is renowned for its outstanding Riesling wines and for the famous narrow lane of the Drosselgasse which is lined with wine taverns.
Strasbourg - Wonderful Renaissance and Baroque buildings and well preserved timbered houses in the old quarter and the world famous cathedral. |
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