Boating holidays in Germany
Explore one of Europe’s most beautiful lake regions on a river cruise in Germany, where nature and relaxation take centre stage.
Situated in the north east of Germany, the beautiful network of crystal clear lakes and rivers of Mecklenburg forms an idyllic cruising area that is as popular with boating and watersports enthusiasts as it is with birdwatchers and fishermen.
Medieval timber-framed villages border the waterways—visit their traditional smokehouses for a taste of the catch of the day! The magnificent lakeside castles at Schwerin, Rheinsberg, Furstenberg and Neustrelitz punctuate the landscape and provide a glimpse into the aristocratic lifestyles of bygone eras.
Fancy a taste of city life? Berlin makes a great add-on to your cruise, with cruisable stretches of the Spree and Havel passing landmarks like the Reichstag, Museum Island and the Brandenburg Gate area — just note a licence is required for this section
Boating regions in Germany
Review of cruising in Germany…
“Great holiday helped by the excellent base manager and her team. Very comfortable boat and amazing nature together with fishing and good weather made it fantastic.”
Jenny Krosinker
FAQ about boating holiday in Germany
You don’t need to have any boating experience in order to enjoy one of our holidays. When you arrive at the base, you will be given an in-depth briefing on every aspect of your boat – from which knots to use to how the oven works. A staff member will take you out for an hour or so and go through all the controls with you until you are confident to enjoy the boat for the duration of your holiday.
The price includes the hiring of the boat and its equipment (kitchen gallery equiped, ustensils…), towels and linen for all passengers, neon LED lanterns to provide additional lighting up on deck in the evenings, a boat handling demo, technical support, on-board cruising information & locks fee (except in Ireland and Netherlands where locks fee should be paid locally in supplement).
- Optional holiday extras
- Boat damage waiver
- Running costs (diesel, gas, engine wear and tear) – charged by the engine hour.
- Travel to and from the base(s)
- Waterside services if you use them (i.e. moorings where a charge is applicable, pump-out if needed, water, etc)
- Cancellation plan & any travel/personal insurance
- Food and drink