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Sailing into a town tucked away in the beautiful Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim River Cruises invite you to explore an incredible little town known for traditional, Old World architecture. Fully known as Rüdesheim am Rhein, since there are two Rüdesheim's in Germany, this popular destination is charming in a historic, mountain-esque village sort of way. The most popular time to visit the town is in the late Spring to early Fall, when weather is inviting and all the shops and restaurants are open. Another exceptional time to visit the town is during the holidays, when Rüdesheim's Christmas Market of Nations, where the municipality's Old Town is filled with artisanal shops, lights, and decorations to commemorate the holiday.
Only making visits to the town better, Rüdesheim is known for its winemaking. It produces a variety of wines, most notably German Riesling and Pinot Noir, and has been for what's thought to be at least 1,000 years, when it was long-ago settled by the Celts and then Romans. You'll find these delicious local wines for sale all over town, from the half-timbered cafes of Old Town's Drosselgasse shopping street to sprawling hillside vineyards, when you Rhine River cruise Rüdesheim.
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Drosselgasse, Old Town, Rüdesheim
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Rüdesheim in the Rhine Gorge
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A Gem of the Historic Rhine ValleyRüdesheim is found in the Rhine Gorge, an awe-inspiring part of the eponymous river where slate walls rise up to 200 meters on either side of the water. Many hundreds of years ago, the slopes of the Rhine Gorge were terraced to allow winegrowing to cover the region. In the past, this area played an important role for the Holy Roman Empire as the site of the Thirty Years War. Since then, the Rhine Valley has continued to be an important setting for German folklore, trade, and, of course, winemaking, with Rüdesheim and Koblenz featured as two of its most prominent towns.
All matter of Rhine river cruises, and select German river cruises, visit Rüdesheim and the Rhine Valley, ensuring it an accessible destination that is certain to please enjoyers of history, geography, and geology.
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Rudesheim Cruise Ships
With our Rüdesheim river cruises, you'll have the chance to cruise with our top cruise lines. Each is an award-winning, celebrated experience that offers a unique depiction of the area and endless memories. You'll have the chance to sail with Viking River Cruises, the company that invented modern river cruising. Or, board Scenic River Cruises for an all-inclusive experience with high-quality excursions. Alternatively, a cruise with Uniworld River Cruises immerses you in luxury with six-star service. Whichever line you choose, you'll Rhine River day cruise Rüdesheim to capitalize on the times when the shops, cafes, and other destinations are open for business.
Top Attractions for Rudesheim River Cruises
Rüdesheim itself is a small town. with a population under 10,000 people. Despite its quaint size, the town offers a number of big attractions that bring in millions of visitors each year, and are certain to please every kind of river cruiser. Here, we've featured a few of the top things to do on river cruises to Rüdesheim.
Rüdesheim Christmas Market on Drosselgasse
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Niederwald Monument, Rüdesheim
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Brömserburg Castle, Rüdesheim
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Sailing from Rudesheim, Germany
Setting sail from Rüdesheim, you'll find yourself right in the midst of the fabulous Rhine Gorge. Some of the most sought after European river cruises, these sailings through the Rhine Gorge showcase Europe's castles, history, and beauty, all in one trip. Rüdesheim cruises go on to visit other destinations along the Rhine, such as Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, and Zurich. Including Germany, you'll visit incredible countries like The Netherlands and Switzerland. These cruises offer one of the most panoramic voyages of historic Europe, making them a favorite among Authentic Voyages customers. To find current sailings, visit our Rhine Itineraries below, or contact our experts, who can help you find the perfect cruise.