German Christmas Traditions: Düsseldorf to Basel Cruise on Riverside Debussy from Düsseldorf

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.

Coblence (Germany)

This city is located on both sides of the River Rhine and offers one of the most romantic and atractive landscapes in Germany. One of the main points of interest is the old town of the city, tigether with the enviroment in the Saint Florin Square, the Liebfraunkirche, and the Jesuitenplatz, which still mantain some buildings with artistic and historical interest.

Rudesheim (Germany)

Rudesheim is a city in Rheingau Taunus Kreis, district in the Regierungsbezirk of Darmstadt in Hesse, Germany. It is located on the bank of the river Rhine, on the eastern entrance to Loreley Valley. It is commonly know as Rudesheim Rhein. Places to visit: Bromserburg Castle, one of the eldest medieval castles in the Rhine River. Niederwalddenkmal, a statue in Germania, constructed to conmemorate the German unification. The Drosselgasse, the heart od the old city of Rudesheim where we will find restaurants amazingly decorated, outdoor taberns and wine houses with traditional music and dancing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Speyer (Germany)

Espira is a city located in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, that counts with a romanic cathedral declared human heritage by UNESCO in 1981, in which several emperors of the Holy Roman Empire have been buried. It also has a very important historical centre with known monuments that speak about their past.

Strasbourg (France)

Due to it's location, Strasbourg is from the early years an important center of communications, specially riverine, and therefore it is the second port in importance on the Rhine river, which is the most transited in the world.

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.