Boat Trip in Cologne

Discover Cologne on an unforgettable boat trip along the River Rhine, learning about the city's fascinating history while admiring its most famous monuments.

Tour Options

Upon booking, you can choose between a daytime boat trip or a sunset tour.

Daytime Boat Trip

After arriving at the dock near the Cologne Cathedral, the boat trip along the River Rhine will commence at your selected time. The cruise includes an audioguide in English, accessible through a QR code that can be downloaded on the boat. This experience will cover the history of Cologne, a city dating back to a Roman colony in the 1st century AD, with information provided in English and seven other languages.

Enjoy panoramic views of Cologne, visiting significant landmarks such as the Hohenzollern Bridge, the Cologne Cathedral, and the Twelve Romanesque churches of Cologne. The cruise lasts one hour before returning to the starting point.

Sunset Boat Trip

Departing at the designated time from the Trankgassenwerft pier, the sunset boat trip along the Rhine offers scenic views of the city as the sunset illuminates the buildings and bridges. This tour does not include an audioguide.

During this two-hour cruise, you can take in the medieval architecture of the old town and the silhouette of the Hohenzollern Bridge. As darkness falls, the cathedral and the bell towers of the Romanesque basilicas will be visible. Guests may enjoy drinks or snacks at the onboard bar while taking in the cityscape before returning to the starting point at the end of the trip.