Riverside: Time Travels along the Moselle
Traveling on the Moselle is like traveling through time, and with Riverside Luxury Cruises aboard the Riverside Debussy, you can discover the fascinating history of the region.
From the Cathedral of Trier, the oldest structure in Germany, and the city gate built by the Romans (2nd century BC), to the historic center of Bernkastel with its charming half-timbered houses, to the history of the Federal Republic which can be experienced in the Moselle Valley like a thriller, during a walk through the Bundesbank bunker, the Moselle has so much to offer. And of course, you can’t talk about the Moselle without mentioning wine, thanks to its characteristic landscape that sometimes resembles one huge wine-growing district.
Along the Moselle, you can admire two gems: Cochem and Trier. Cochem, with only 5,000 inhabitants, is pleasantly lively. The best thing to do here is stroll along the riverbank, walk among the vineyards, sit on a bench, but above all, explore the medieval streets and houses and its castle dating back to the year 1000. Trier, on the other hand, is the oldest city in Germany. It was already a recognized city in Roman times. Trier’s landmark is the Porta Nigra city gate from the 2nd century, but it also hosts the amphitheater and the remains of Roman baths.
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Treviri
Besides these two ancient gems, during itineraries aboard the Riverside Debussy, with cruises from 3 to 10 nights, you can discover some of the most beautiful cities and landscapes in Germany, such as medieval Nuremberg, beautiful Bamberg with its town hall in the middle of the river, Würzburg, whose bishop’s residence features a stunning staircase fresco; and the picturesque wine village of Wertheim, Frankfurt on the Main, Germany’s financial center “Mainhattan,” Mainz on the Rhine, then admire the wonders of the celebrated Rhine Valley, passing by the Lorelei rock with its haunting legend and the imposing castle ruins that adorn almost every cliff, Zell, Bernkastel which, along with Cochem and Trier, are sites of Roman and medieval heritage but also Koblenz, where the land spur Deutsches Eck (German Corner) juts into the river.
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Wurzburg
Riverside Debussy cruises are available throughout 2024, with departures from Budapest, Nuremberg, Frankfurt, Trier, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, and Basel, also giving the opportunity to experience these wonderful cities during the Christmas season. All of this is always accompanied by Riverside’s personalized service that combines explorations, luxury, and unparalleled culinary experiences.
Riverside Debussy also offers guests plenty of space and first-class cuisine, while ensuring privacy. The suites are furnished with the finest materials, exquisite fabrics, velvet, and leather, all equipped with elegant bathrooms and large panoramic windows, allowing you to admire all the beauty that nature has to offer, even comfortably from your bed.
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