Rhine cruise Koblenz: Fortress and Castle tour

Four castles pass by on a single Rhine loop from Koblenz.

A one-hour cruise on La Paloma departs Koblenz and sails downriver past the German Corner and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, then turns upstream to Stolzenfels Castle, the Electoral Castle of Koblenz, Lahneck Castle and back. The ship carries an audio guide in English and German, and Wi-Fi is available on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sightseeing cruise around Koblenz

• Board La Paloma ship in Koblenz
• Sail down Rhine River past Deutsches Eck
• View Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
• Pass Electoral Castle of Koblenz
• See Koblenz Brewery
• Pass Lahneck Castle
• Pass Stolzenfels Castle
• Turn around at Moselle mouth
• Return to Koblenz

The experience

La Paloma leaves Koblenz and heads downriver first, giving you a view of the German Corner where the Rhine and Moselle meet, then the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress rising from the opposite bank. The ship turns at the Moselle mouth and sails back upstream, passing the Electoral Castle of Koblenz and the Koblenz Brewery before reaching Stolzenfels Castle. Lahneck Castle appears along the way. The route then reverses back to Koblenz, so you see the same stretch twice but from different angles and at different speeds.

The audio guide runs in English and German, letting you follow the commentary at your own pace without a live narrator. Wi-Fi is available if you want to look up details or share photos while you're on the water. Food and drinks are available for purchase on board. You can also bring your own if you prefer. The ship is wheelchair accessible, though electric wheelchairs cannot be transported for insurance reasons, and any wheelchair must be registered when you book.

What’s included

• Audio guide in English and German.
• Wi-Fi on board.
• comfortable seating on La Paloma for the full one-hour route.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 11 Feb 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (7 to 17 years) · Infant (under 7): free

GroupUp to 250

Audio guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Eventschiff La Paloma

Is this one for you?The audio guide in English and German means you follow the castles and landmarks at your own pace, so you don't need to keep up with a live narrator or book a specific language tour.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 17 years); Infant (under 7): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What castles will I see on the Koblenz Rhine cruise?

Stolzenfels Castle, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, Lahneck Castle and the Electoral Castle of Koblenz all appear during the cruise. The German Corner, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, is also a key stop on the route.

How long is the cruise from Koblenz?

The cruise lasts one hour total, departing Koblenz, sailing downriver to the German Corner and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, then turning upstream past Stolzenfels Castle and the other castles before returning to Koblenz.

Is there a guide on the La Paloma cruise?

An audio guide in English and German is included on board, so you can follow the commentary about the castles and landmarks at your own pace without a live narrator.

Can I bring food and drinks on the cruise?

Food and drinks are available for purchase on board. You may bring your own food and drinks if you prefer.

Is the La Paloma cruise accessible for wheelchair users?

The ship is wheelchair accessible. Any wheelchair must be registered in advance when you book. Electric wheelchairs cannot be transported for insurance reasons.