Fairytale Christmas on the Rhine: Basel to Düsseldorf Cruise on Riverside Debussy from Basel, Switzerland

Basel, Switzerland

Basel is located where the Swiss, French and German borders meet, Basel also has suburbs in France and Germany. Basel is among the most important cultural centres of Switzerland. The city comprises a large number of theatres and many museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts, the world's oldest art collection accessible to the public.

Kehl, Germany

A city in the Southwestern Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Standing opposite the french city of Strasbourg on the banks of the river Rhein, Kehl is referred to as the "Gateway" to the French city.

Mannheim, Germany

Located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers in the Baden-Württemberg state of Germany, Mannheim has a long academic tradition highlighted by its several universities. Mannheim is a city buzzing with culture and beauty that attracts visitors from around the world. Located in the heart of the the city, The Luisenpark has been named one of the most beautiful in the world while the city hosts a wealth of theatres, concerts, museums and art exhibitions.

Frankfurt, Germany

Frankfurt am Main form the urban center of the region of Rein Main and the city along with the surroundings, with more than five million of inhabitants, it is the second largest of the country after the metropolitan region of Rin-Ruhr, but ahead the federal capital of Berlin. It is the headquarters of the Europan Central Bank. The Central Train Station in Frankfurt, with 130 million travellers a year, is one of the largest stations in Europe.

Mainz, Germany

Located on the banks of the river Rhine and Capital of Germanys Rhineland-Palatinate state, Mainz has a history that dates back approximately 2000 years. Several buildings, monuments and museums offer visitors a window into that rich history while the town also boasts a very cosmopolitan and vibrant atmosphere. The Mainz Cathedral of St. Martin which is now over 1000 years old, The Gutenberg Museum and The Marktbrunnen, one of the largest Renaissance fountains in Germany are just a few of the historical attractions to be found while the bustling Augustinerstrasse near the old Town is home to many of the towns shops and cafes.

Bonn

Boon is a city located on the shores of the Rhine river. A beautiful landview where culture and universitary life make of Bonn an open city and a multicultural meeting point. Bonn has museums known all around the world, like the art and exposition Pavillion of the FRG, the Museum of art or the House of the history of the FRG. Ludwig Van Beethoven was born in this city. Another atractive is the amusement park Rheinaue.

Bonn

Boon is a city located on the shores of the Rhine river. A beautiful landview where culture and universitary life make of Bonn an open city and a multicultural meeting point. Bonn has museums known all around the world, like the art and exposition Pavillion of the FRG, the Museum of art or the House of the history of the FRG. Ludwig Van Beethoven was born in this city. Another atractive is the amusement park Rheinaue.

Cologne (Germany)

Cologne is located on the shores of the river Rhine, industrial and commercial city, next to the region of Rin-Meno and the Ruhr is one of the three large industrial regions of the country.Places of interest:Cologne Cathedral: UNESCO World HeritageChocolate MuseumThe Carnival: The main celebration in Cologne is the Karneval. Everybody gets dressed up, dances and sings in the streets and the bars.Romano-Germanic Museum: Collections of works of antiquity. Nearby you can see 12 splendid Romanesque churches, partially destroyed during World War II and rebuilt: Sankt Gereon, St. Aposteln, Sankt Maria im Kapitol, St. Georg. Gross St. Martin, St. Ursula, St. Severin, etc. Wallraf-Richartz Museum of fine arts.

Düsseldorf

Is the capital city of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia,As a city by the river Rhine, Düsseldorf is a stronghold for Rhenish Carnival celebrations.It is also the emblem of the luxurious shopping street Königsallee. The old town with its narrow alleyways, old churches, pubs and restaurants is a must for visitors.