Northern Europe river cruises

Take a cruise in Northern Europe and let yourself be carried along the fresh waters of the Rhine, its many tributaries, the Elbe and many others.

River cruises departing from Basel or Strasbourg will take you to Amsterdam and its canals, after contemplating the splendid banks of the Romantic Rhine, all overlooked by immense and serene castles of bygone eras. The Rhine and its tributaries, the Moselle, the Main or the Neckar, will carry you between Switzerland, France and Germany, Belgium and Holland, for a peaceful journey among cities and villages as emblematic as they are authentic.

Or sail on the Elbe and let yourself be carried from Germany to the Czech Republic. This unique trip in Northern Europe, aboard unique paddlewheel boats, offers you the opportunity to discover Berlin and Prague, two of the world's most grandiose capitals with a fascinating history and vibrant life.

From Berlin, you can also leave for Denmark and cruise to the end of Northern Europe.

Our cruises on the Havel, the Oder and the Baltic Sea are varied and full of fun! In addition to visiting the splendid capitals of Berlin and Copenhagen, you can also discover cities with unique architecture, such as Stralsund, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the spectacular coastlines bordered by sandy beaches and limestone cliffs on the islands of Usedom and Rügen. Not forgetting the spectacular Niederfinow boat elevator, a rare curiosity, a true technological marvel and a monument of the German river heritage.

Finally, and for a trip that is as enchanting as it is unique, take the unprecedented opportunity of a trip on board the Glacier Express. This cruise between France, Germany and Switzerland is embellished by a trip aboard a train that is unique in the world with its imposing bay windows, to take its passengers to the most beautiful corners of the Swiss Alps, from panorama to panorama.

The Romantic Rhine Valley offers a cruise through enchanting landscapes, dotted with numerous castles, terraced vineyards, and picturesque villages visible from the water. The river’s legends, including that of the Lorelei and her famous rock, add a mysterious and spellbinding dimension to these cruises. The picturesque Moselle, the enchanting Neckar, and the Saar with its unspoiled landscapes extend these itineraries into lesser-known German regions, featuring stops in Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Heidelberg, and Regensburg, for a complete immersion in the heart of southern Germany’s heritage.

From Amsterdam to Brussels, cruising along the canals of the Netherlands and Belgium reveals an intimate and charming Northern Europe, featuring windmills, tulips, Flemish architecture, and abbey beers. Amsterdam and its canals, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site; Volendam, the historic fishing village; romantic Bruges; medieval Ghent; and cosmopolitan Antwerp come together to form an itinerary of unparalleled cultural richness, to be explored at the peaceful pace of a river cruise.

As the only cruise line to call at Prague, CroisiEurope offers unique cruises on the Elbe and the Havel aboard the MS Elbe Princesse, a cozy paddlewheel boat. Berlin, a capital city with a vibrant cultural scene and a fascinating historical past; Potsdam and its Sanssouci Palace; Magdeburg, Lüneburg, and Hamburg, Hanseatic cities with a prestigious history; as well as Dresden and the castles of Bohemia, are all exceptional stops on itineraries exclusive to CroisiEurope.