Travel guide river cruises Rhine

This travel guide provides a detailed explanation of all the landscapes and places along the Rhine between Basel and Amsterdam. An extra chapter is dedicated to the Moselle between Koblenz and Trier. The descriptions of the sights, practical travel tips, and maps are specifically tailored to the needs of cruise participants. A comprehensive introductory chapter outlines the history of navigation on the Rhine, discusses geological features and the many wine-growing regions, and reports on writers, painters, and musicians inspired by the Rhine. The poetry and truth of legendary figures such as the Nibelungen and Loreley are also explained.

The Rhine is one of the most fascinating rivers in Europe. Its course winds through high mountain ranges and wide plains, with picturesque villages, romantic castles and fortresses, towns and large cities, as well as extensive harbor and industrial landscapes lining its banks. Due to this diversity, cruises between Basel and Amsterdam have been extremely popular for decades.