Rhine & Main for Our Furry Friends, MS CLASSICA

Board the ship in Cologne together with your four-legged friend. Embarkation begins at 3:30 p.m., and at around 5 p.m. it is time to cast off as your relaxing river cruise begins. Leave everyday life behind and enjoy your first few hours on board while the Rhine scenery gently passes by. At around 10 p.m., your ship arrives in Linz am Rhein, where it remains overnight.

In the morning, there is still time for a walk through Linz am Rhein. The historic Old Town is known for its colourful half-timbered houses, narrow lanes and charming market square. The banks of the Rhine are also ideal for a leisurely walk with your four-legged friend.

At around 10 a.m., your ship departs from Linz and continues through the varied Rhine landscape. In the afternoon, you arrive in Braubach. High above this small wine-growing town stands the impressive Marksburg Castle, one of the best-known castles on the Middle Rhine. During a stroll through the historic centre, discover half-timbered houses and winding lanes before returning to the ship.

One of the most scenic sections of your journey then begins. Cruise past steep vineyards, small riverside towns and numerous castles as you travel through the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. At around 9 p.m., your ship arrives in Rüdesheim, where it remains overnight.

The morning is yours to explore Rüdesheim. Take a walk through this famous wine-growing town with your dog and discover the narrow lanes of the Old Town. A visit to the renowned Drosselgasse is, of course, a must. If you prefer somewhere quieter, the Rhine promenade offers lovely routes for a relaxing walk.

At around noon, your ship departs from Rüdesheim and heads towards Mainz. In the afternoon, you arrive in the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate. A walk through the historic Old Town takes you past charming squares, beautifully restored buildings and the impressive Mainz Cathedral. The Rhine promenade also offers plenty of space to explore with your four-legged friend.

At around 5 p.m., it is time to cast off again. Your ship leaves the Rhine and continues along the Main towards Frankfurt. You arrive in the city late in the evening, where the ship remains overnight.

In the morning, you have plenty of time to explore Frankfurt with your four-legged friend. The city offers a fascinating contrast between its modern skyline and historic Old Town. Around Römerberg square, you will find reconstructed half-timbered houses, the Römer town hall and Frankfurt Cathedral.

The green spaces along the banks of the Main are particularly well suited to a longer walk with your dog. One lovely destination is the area known as “Nizza” on the riverbank. With its Mediterranean-style gardens, it provides a surprisingly green contrast to Frankfurt’s skyline.

At around 3 p.m., your ship departs from Frankfurt and cruises back down the Main towards the Rhine. Sit back, relax and enjoy the passing scenery from on board. At around 9 p.m., you arrive in Nierstein. Surrounded by vineyards, this traditional wine-growing town provides a beautiful setting for an evening walk together.

Your ship departs from Nierstein early in the morning and continues towards Oberwesel. At around 1 p.m., you arrive in this historic town within the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley.

Oberwesel is characterised by its largely preserved medieval town wall and numerous towers. On a walk through the town, discover historic buildings and charming lanes. Schönburg Castle rises above the town, while the Rhine promenade invites you to enjoy a relaxing stroll with your four-legged friend.

At around 6 p.m., your ship continues through the romantic Middle Rhine Valley. From on board, admire the distinctive scenery of vineyards, castles and small riverside towns once more. In the evening, you arrive in Koblenz. During a walk together, you can visit the famous Deutsches Eck, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Your ship remains in Koblenz overnight.

The morning is yours to continue exploring Koblenz. Take a walk with your four-legged friend through the historic Old Town or along the promenades beside the Rhine and Moselle. From the Deutsches Eck, you can also enjoy a lovely view of Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the opposite bank.

At around noon, your ship departs from Koblenz and cruises downstream along the Rhine. You arrive in Bad Breisig in the early afternoon.

This traditional spa town lies directly on the Rhine, and its long riverside promenade provides ideal conditions for a relaxing walk with your dog. Small parks and inviting squares offer plenty of opportunities to take a break along the way. Your ship remains in Bad Breisig overnight.

In the morning, you arrive in Königswinter at the foot of the Siebengebirge hills and have time for a walk with views of the Drachenfels. The journey then continues to Bonn, where the city centre, the Rhine riverbank and the extensive Rheinaue park offer plenty of opportunities for both you and your dog.

In the early morning, your ship sets course for Cologne. Disembarkation takes place between 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., followed by your individual journey home.