Germany-Luxembourg Barge Cruise Itinerary:

Remich to Koblenz

The Moselle river runs through a steep sided valley covered with picturesque vineyards. Hotel Barge La Nouvelle Etoile’s Germany-Luxembourg barge cruise is perfect for exploring romantic German castles, forests, vineyards, and villages.

Map – La Moselle

Sunday, Day 1 – Frankfurt to Remich

Guests are met in Frankfurt and transferred to the barge moored in the river town village of Remich (Luxembourg) for a champagne welcome. This evening you’ll enjoy the first of many gourmet meals on board.

Monday, Day 2 – Remich to Trier

After breakfast, we visit Luxembourg City, the capital of Luxembourg and the first city the European Union ever named European Capital of Culture.

An afternoon cruise down the Mosel will take us into Germany to Trier where we moor for the night. Dinner on board.

Tuesday, Day 3 – Trier to Bernkastel

Trier is the oldest town in Germany which will take you back to the old Roman times from many years before Christ. This morning, there will be time to explore the town and visit the Porta Nigra, part of the old town wall and the magnificent St. Peters Cathedral.

In the afternoon we will cruise this incredible picturesque part of the Mosel River to reach Bernkastel, another famous wine village. Here we visit the cellars of Dr. Pauli Bergweiler for a late afternoon tasting. Dinner on board.

Wednesday, Day 4 – Bernkastel to Zell

Continuing down the Mosel this morning we come to Zell, one of the most beautiful towns on the river and famous for its wines. Visit the cellars of Dr. Josef Weiss, just outside of town.

We have time in the afternoon to wander the beautiful town of Zell, before dinner on board.

Thursday, Day 5 – Zell to Cochem

From Zell we take a leisurely cruise past numerous vineyards to the charming town of Cochem.

In the early afternoon we drive to the castle Burg Eltz, also called the “Queen of the German Castles”. French King Louis XIV did not destroy this castle in 1689, making it one of the few to survive. A guided tour takes you through this fascinating 12th century castle. Dinner on board.

Friday, Day 6 – Cochem to Koblenz

Enjoy breakfast before taking a morning cruise through the lowest part of the Moselle River and continuing to Koblenz, where you will have time to stroll the beautiful streets known for their wonderful shopping. Captain’s farewell dinner on board this evening.

Saturday, Day 7 – Koblenz

After breakfast on board you will be driven to your drop off point in Koblenz or Frankfurt.

Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.  On alternative weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.

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