About Mecklenburg, Brandenburg and Berlin

Explore the pretty lakes and rivers of Mecklenburg and Brandenburg and rediscover nature

The boating regions of Mecklenburg and Brandenburg are abundant with rivers, streams, and thousands of small and large lakes, making this a first-class destination for self-drive river cruises and boating breaks. Castles perch on the shores of medieval villages, and resorts bustle on Lake Müritz, the largest lake confined within Germany’s borders. If you're heading off on a longer trip, you can even explore Berlin by houseboat on our Mecklenburg and Brandenburg route.

 

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 Map of Mecklenburg and Brandenburg region in Germany

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The perfect boating region for...

Nature Lovers

Spreewald forest in Bradenburg

Designated a UNESCO biosphere reserve in 1991, the Spreewald in Brandenburg is a hotspot for nature lovers! Trails weave through forests, wetlands and meadows, and wildlife thrives. Equally compelling is Müritz National Park in Mecklenburg. It features miles of cycling and trekking trails, all adding to a great sense of freedom and outdoor adventure during your German boating holiday. Our holiday extras will allow you to add bikes and more to your houseboat hire.

Watersports

Child on paddleboard

The Lakeland district of Mecklenburg is a watery playground dotted with resorts and spas, a perfect accompanyment to your time cruising the waterways. Watersports holidays are hugely popular here - you can hire a motorboat to go water skiing; ride a jet ski or glide on a windsurfer! In Brandenburg, you can enjoy watersports at the waterside resort of Werder.

History & Heritage

Sanssouci Palace

Castle Mirow, Rheinsberg Castle and Sanssouci Castle Park are enchanting! In Neustrelitz, leave your boat and relax in the lush public gardens and admire the stunning Gothic-style Castle Church. And of course your history boating break will include the monuments, edifices and museums of Berlin and Potsdam!

Family

Perfect For Family

Germany is a great boating holiday destination for the whole family. Spend time with the kids at Mecklenburg’s Müritz Museum and aquarium. The gardens on the grounds contain a neat bee house where the family can learn about bee keeping! Take the kids on a nature walk in Brandenburg’s beautiful Spreewald or to the vivarium in Mecklenburg’s Jabel!

Useful information

Download our Region Guide

Check out our region guideWe've produced a handy PDF guide for this region to give you an overview of all the stops and things to do along the waterway.

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Your Germany boating adventure offers a variety of focal points, depending on whether you choose to cruise in Brandenburg and Berlin, or in the lakes of Mecklenburg furtehr north.

Berlin is the largest city in Brandenburg, and it’s linked via canals to the Oder, Elbe and Rhine rivers as well as the North Sea. A glance at a Brandenburg map indicates that Berlin sits amongst vast tracts of nature reserves. Indeed, one third of the state is protected land sprinkled with more than 3,000 lakes, making it well suited for boating holidays! Potsdam, the capital of Brandenburg, once was Prussia’s seat of power. The plethora of Baroque palaces attests to that!

Brandenburg’s neighbour, Mecklenburg, is similarly endowed with waterways and is an ideal for self-drive boating getaway. The region is often called the Land of a Thousand Lakes! Large and small lakes are everywhere, and dense forests line the hilly shores. Lake Müritz National Park, which hugs the eastern shore of Lake Müritz, boasts nearly 650 kilometres (400 miles) of trekking and cycling paths, and 130 lakes!

Licensed areas: certain cruising areas in Germany require an International Certificate for Operator of Pleasure Craft (also known as an ICC or an International Certificate of Competence), which is issued in UNECE member States in accordance with Resolution No. 40. Without this licence you won’t be able to cruise on these waterways. If your licence does not reference ‘Resolution No. 40 of the UNECE Working Party on Inland Water Transport’ – we suggest you send it to our sales team prior to booking so it can be validated.

 

Unlicensed areas: If you don’t have a licence and wish to cruise in licence-free area of Germany (which includes the waterways around our bases in Jabel and Marina Wolfsbruch), our base teams are required to provide additional tuition prior to your departure. This means your pre-departure briefing will take two hours in total and you must arrive at the base in time for this tuition which begins at 2pm (although we suggest you arrive 60 minutes earlier to complete checkin beforehand). Even after this tuition, you will still not be allowed to cruise in licensed areas.

 

If you have a licence this additional tuition is not required, your pre-departure briefing will take the usual 1hr and your check-in will be arranged between 3pm and 5pm (unless you have booked an early check-in).

Once upon a time, a huge frozen freshwater lake covered the entire state of Mecklenburg. The last Ice Age shaped the land, and as the climate warmed the lake thawed and split into smaller ones. Those then fragmented again. Lake Müritz is the biggest lake left with a present-day surface area of 112 square kilometers (43 square miles). Humans changed the water level of the lake a couple times, raising and lowering it through dams built to power mills in the 1700s.

Take a look at our waterway and lock closures page to find out if there are any scheduled cruising restrictions that will affect your holiday plans.

Boating in Germany is relatively easy and is suitable for beginner boaters. Traffic can be heavy on the waterways in certain places, and caution is needed on big lakes if the wind kicks up. It is also a good idea to pack binoculars to safely cross the lakes in order to see the channel marker bouys.

Big Lakes Area (around Jabel/Müritz): Customers without a German license will not be allowed to pass any of the big lakes when the windspeed is more than 4 Bft (20km/h). Therefore you are advised to call your Base Manager and request approval to pass. The Base Manager can then check current weather conditions and decide whether to grant permission. This rule is also the reason why dropping your anchor in this area is strictly prohibited.

Locks on the Brandenburg and Mecklenburg waterways are fully automatic and manned or automatic with self-service. There is no charge to use them.

Opening hours: Locks open 08:00-19:45 from May to October and 09:00-15:45 daily in April. Manned locks have half an hour lunchbreak during which they are closed. Some locks are open until 20:45 in high season.

Public holidays: Locks are open on public holidays.

Full-service marinas with all amenities are available but you will have to pay for use of these, generally between 18 - 25 Euros per night. Moorings are plentiful along the German waterways.

To find out how to get to each of our bases in this boating region, as well as what facilities and amenities are available at each base or nearby, click on the relevant base below:

  • Hire of the boat and its onboard equipment
  • A fully equipped kitchen
  • Towels and linen for all passengers
  • A boat handling demonstration prior to departure
  • Technical support
  • On-board maps and visitor information
  • Passage through locks
  • 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

Interactive map of Mecklenburg & Brandenburg

Bases  = Le Boat base  Chateau = Point of interest

Great to see…

Welcome to Plau-Am-See, a peaceful and welcoming little village along the canal. Visit the charming ivy-covered City Hall while leisurely perusing downtown. For a change of scenery, take peaceful walk along the canal bank.

Must see
Malchow Mill

Also called the City-Island, Malchow has many treasures for you to discover. Downtown, you will find a huge mill, and an old church from the 12th century with an organ museum inside. There's also a pretty flower garden if you're in the mood for a stroll.

Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village a perfect place for relaxing and taking is easy. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful, old brick church, and cycle around the canal bank to admire the beautiful scenery.

Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lake's bank, and enjoy it's wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments, like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint-Mary's church.

Welcome to Robel, a charming and peaceful town located along the large Muritz lake. Take a walk downtown between the colourful timbered houses, and enjoy one of their many fine restaurants.

Must see
Canoe in Mirow

Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful, Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island. The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.

A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina-Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.

Must see
Castle Rheinsburg

Along the bank, surrounded by a lush and green forest, stands the large Castle of Rheinberg. You may visit it, along with its gardens, and museum. Downtown, you will also enjoy seeing the Evangelical Church of Saint-Laurent, built in the thirteenth century.

Must see
Church in Neuestrelitz

Neustrelitz is a large city with many beautiful sights to see, especially downtown. You will enjoy walking along a footpath and seeing the Zierke church which is surrounded by gorgeous green gardens, perfect for a walk. If you stay the night, you could possibly catch a show at the theater.

Furstenberg is a city full of history. Here, you can visit a World War 2 memorial and learn about the events that took place in the city decades ago. The protestant church also makes for an interesting visit and there are also great paths for cycling.

Once an old city of fishermen, Himmelpfort is now a famous tourist destination. Take a walk downtown and discover the vestiges of the old abbey. And, if you want to get a little exercise, there are plenty of beautiful cycle paths among the beautiful lakes.

Lychen is located in the middle of a great natural park, a green and welcoming place perfect for relaxation. Come here and see the wonderful scenery and lakes during sunset, or go downtown and discover the beautiful sanatorium, or the Saint-Johannes church.

Templin is a fortified city that you will enjoy visiting. Cross the Berlin gate and take a stroll through the large botanical gardens or wander along the old flowered walls of the city.

Notes: The Kannenburg lock has been closed by The local Authorities. Therefore the Templin area cannot be reached via the waterways.

Zehdenick is a gathering of several little villages. It is a pretty big town full of heritage that you may appreciate. Take time to take a stroll here and see the old fortified city church in Bergsdorf. Downtown, you may can tour the beautiful, newly-erected city church.

Welcome to Liebenwalde, a beautiful and charming town surrounded by a lush, green forest. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing walk and see the handsome red brick neoclassical church. You can also learn about the local history in the museum

Orianenburg, a beautiful city surrounded by forest, is riddled with history. You can visit the memorial and museum of Sachsenhausen, a former concentration camp. For fun, you can ride along the local cycling path, or have a rest aside the lake Lehnitz.

Spandau is the fifth district of Berlin. Here, you will find a very dynamic and exciting area, filled with shops and restaurants. This place is particularly known for its former jail, which imprisoned nazis after World War 2.

Must see
Berlin and river at dusk

Berlin is a magnificient city to see. Tour the capital of Germany and experience its wonders, with many treasures and monuments to discover. Take time to visit the museum island and see the beautiful parliament along the canal banks…Bring your camera!

Must see
Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam

Reminiscent of the splendour and glory of the Prussian state, Potsdam is packed with prestigious monuments. Take a walk here and discover the expansive Saint-Nicolas church, the colorful and impressive Sansoussi Palace, or the bustiling streets of the historic centre.

Gottin is a peaceful town. Take a trip downtown and see an intringuing brick church built in the 14th century. Take a walk along the canal bank, and admire the beautiful manors surrounding it.

Welcome to Brandenburg, a dynamic city. It is rare that such a large city would have so many lakes, rivers and canals. Here, you will enjoy visiting the Sainte-Catherine church , and the great cathedral.

Plaue is one of the oldest and most populated places in Germany. Here, you'll find many wonderful monuments to visit, like the magnificient old castle Ehrenburg which is surrounded by nature, or the Sigismundikirche church.

Cruise over the Templiner Lake to Caputh. In addition to the idyllic nature of this region, particularly popular with water sports enthusiasts and hikers, the area is famous for the charming Caputh Castle. Particualar gems include the tiled hall, the living rooms of Elector Dorothea and the landscaped garden designed by landscape architect Peter-Joseph Lenné. The village church, which dates back to the 19th century and was erected in the style of an Italian basilica, is situated diagonally opposite the castle.

Itinerary suggestions

Our boating holidays allow you the freedom to stop when you want and take each day as it comes. However, you might like to be guided by one of our day-by-day suggested itineraries, complete with estimated cruising times and restaurant recommendations. You can follow it religiously or just use it for ideas – whatever 'floats your boat'. Please bear in mind that our itineraries are just suggestions. Cruising times are estimates and access to waterways, attractions and restaurants are all subject to availability at time of cruising.

Route suggestions

To help you get an idea of how far you can travel in the time you have, here's a selection of routes to and from our bases in this region. You dont have to stop at all the places listed or follow the route exactly. So long as you return your boat to your end base by the date you've booked - you're free to enjoy your cruise however you like. For a comfortable pace, allowing you time to regularly stop and explore, we'd recommend an average of 2 - 4 hours cruising each day.

Please note: our Potsdam base will be closed until the 31st July as the lock at Zaaren is undergoing maintenance work. Our base in Marina Wolfsbruch is still open so return cruises from there will not be impacted. However, you will be unable to cruise from Marina Wolfsbruch into Berlin until this work is complete. 

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Rheinsburg, Mirow, Neustrelitz, Lychen, Templin

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Rheinsburg, Mirow, Neustrelitz, Lychen

Marina Wolfsbruch
Rheinsberg
Mirow
Neustrelitz
Furstenberg
Himmelpfort
Lychen
Marina Wolfsbruch

25 hr(s) of cruising

166km 20 locks 7 nights

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Rheinsburg, Mirow, Neustrelitz, Lychen

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Overview

Palaces and châteaux imbue Brandenburg and Mecklenburg with an ambiance of elegance. The incredible culture and beauty of Germany river cruises is obvious as you stroll in mediaeval market squares and browse in the shops in cities like Mirow and Rheinsberg. Pampering yourself is part of the fun, so you plan to thoroughly enjoy the watersports and resort amenities at Marina Wolfsbruch!

Top highlights:

  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch 
  • The Evangelical Church of Saint-Laurent in Rheinsberg
  • The isolated Mirow Castle 
  • Catching a show at the Landestheater Neustrelitz
  • The WWII memorial in Fürstenberg

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your vacation

  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbor surrounded by forest, Marina-Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Rheinsberg: Along the bank, surrounded by a lush and green forest, stands the large Castle of Rheinberg. You may visit it, along with its gardens, and museum. Downtown, you will also enjoy seeing the Evangelical Church of Saint-Laurent, built in the thirteenth century.
  • Mirow: Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful, Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island . The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.
  • Neustrelitz: Neustrelitz is a large city with many beautiful sights to see, especially downtown. You will enjoy walking along a footpath and seeing the Zierke church which is surrounded by gorgeous green gardens, perfect for a walk. If you stay the night, you could possibly catch a show at the theater.
  • Fürstenberg: Fustenberg is a city full of history. Here, you can visit a World War 2 memorial and learn about the events that took place in the city decades ago. The protestant church also makes for an interesting visit and there are also great paths for cycling.
  • Himmelpfort: Once an old city of fishermen, Himmelpfort is now a famous tourist destination. Take a walk downtown and discover the vestiges of the old abbey. And, if you want to get a little exercise, there are plenty of beautiful cycle paths among the beautiful lakes.
  • Lychen: Lychen is located in the middle of a great natural park, a green and welcoming place perfect for relaxation. Come here and see the wonderful scenery and lakes during sunset, or go downtown and discover the beautiful sanatorium, or the Saint-Johannes church.

25 hr(s) of cruising

166km 20 locks 7 nights
Girl sitting on front of Le Boat

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Plau am See and Rheinsburg

Marina Wolfsbruch
Rheinsberg
Mirow
Röbel
Waren
Jabel
Malchow
Plau-am-See
Marina Wolfsbruch

31 hr(s) of cruising

215km 8 locks 7 nights

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Plau am See and Rheinsburg

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Overview

The Brandenburg and Mecklenburg regions are your vacation playgrounds on Germany river cruises you know you won’t forget! The myriad waterways wind through protected nature reserves. You come and play, shouting and laughing with friends whilst enjoying watersports on Lake Müritz and the resort amenities of Marina Wolfsbruch. Then you head off to explore medieval towns and castles!

Top highlights:

  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch 
  • The Evangelical Church of Saint-Laurent in Rheinsberg
  • The isolated Mirow Castle 
  • The old water tower and Saint-Mary's Church in Waren
  • The boisterous city hall of Plau-am-See

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Rheinsberg: Along the bank, surrounded by a lush green forest, stands the large Castle of Rheinberg. You may visit it, along with its gardens, and museum. Downtown, you will also enjoy seeing the Evangelical Church of Saint Laurent, built in the thirteenth century.
  • Mirow: Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful, Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island. The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.
  • Röbel: Welcome to Röbel, a charming and peaceful town located along the large Muritz lake. Take a walk downtown between the colourful timbered houses, and enjoy one of their many fine restaurants.
  • Waren: Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lake banks, and enjoy its wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint Mary's Church.
  • Jabel: Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village a perfect place for relaxing and taking it easy. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful, old brick church, and cycle around the canal bank to admire the beautiful scenery.
  • Malchow: Also called City Island, Malchow has many treasures for you to discover. Downtown, you will find a huge mill, and an old church from the 12th century with an organ museum inside. There's also a pretty flower garden if you're in the mood for a stroll.
  • Plau am See: Welcome to Plau am See, a peaceful and welcoming little village along the canal. Visit the charming ivy-covered City Hall while leisurely perusing downtown. For a change of scenery, take a peaceful walk along the canal banks.

 

31 hr(s) of cruising

215km 8 locks 7 nights
Aerial view of the German Lakes

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Liebenwalde

Marina Wolfsbruch
Furstenberg
Himmelpfort
Zehdenick
Liebenwalde
Marina Wolfsbruch

42 hr(s) of cruising

238km 34 locks 7 nights

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Liebenwalde

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Overview

The great Lake Werbellinsee comes from the meltings of the majestic moutains around here for millenia. Cruise along the pretty river Havel and discover a part of Germany's history and patrimony, seeing monuments like famous Joachimsthal village and its hunting lodge made by King Frederick William IV of Prussia; or beautiful charming villages such as Echhorst. In this preserved area, you will enjoy the quietness - perfect moments for enjoying the sunset over the lake, eating one of the regional dishes: the Marane!

Top highlights:

  • Hiking through the paths of Marina Wolfsbruch
  • The WWII memorial in Fürstenberg
  • The red brick neoclassical church of Liebenwalde

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Fürstenberg: Fürstenberg is a city full of history. Here, you can visit a World War II memorial and learn about the events that took place in the city decades ago. The protestant church also makes for an interesting visit and there are also great paths for cycling.
  • Himmelpfort: Once an old city of fishermen, Himmelpfort is now a famous tourist destination. Take a walk downtown and discover the vestiges of the old abbey. If you want to get a little exercise, there are plenty of beautiful cycle paths among the beautiful lakes.
  • Zehdenick: Zehdenick is a gathering of several little villages. It is a pretty big town full of heritage that you may appreciate. Take time to take a stroll here and see the old fortified city church in Bergsdorf. Downtown, you may can tour the beautiful, newly-erected city church.
  • Liebenwalde: Welcome to Liebenwalde, a beautiful and charming town surrounded by a lush green forest. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing walk and see the handsome red brick neoclassical church and you can learn about the local history in the museum.

42 hr(s) of cruising

238km 34 locks 7 nights
Rheinsburg castle and a Le Boat

Jabel RETURN via Rheinsberg

Jabel
Malchow
Plau-am-See
Waren
Röbel
Mirow
Marina-Wolfsbruch
Rheinsberg
Jabel

34 hr(s) of cruising

229km 8 locks 7 nights

Jabel RETURN via Rheinsberg

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Overview

It’s the land of 1,000 lakes, and the reason why is obvious as you follow the connecting waters to savour a delightful blend of culture, history, upscale shopping, fine dining and unparalleled natural beauty. The bustle of lively Waren stands in contrast to laid-back 13th century Plau, but both represent distinct charms of German river cruises.

Top highlights:

  • The twelfth century church in Malchow 
  • Plau-am-See's boisterous city hall 
  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Jabel: Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village a perfect place for relaxing. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful, old brick church, and cycle around the canal bank to admire the beautiful scenery.
  • Malchow: Also called the City-Island, Malchow has many treasures for you to discover. Downtown, you will find a huge mill, and an old church from the 12th century with an organ museum inside. There's also a pretty flower garden if you're in the mood for a stroll.
  • Plau am See: Welcome to Plau am See, a peaceful and welcoming little village along the canal. Visit the charming ivy-covered City Hall while leisurely perusing downtown. For a change of scenery, take a peaceful walk along the canal bank.
  • Waren: Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lake's bank, and enjoy it's wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments, like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint Mary's Church.
  • Röbel: Welcome to Robel, a charming and peaceful town located along the large Muritz lake. Take a walk downtown between the colourful timbered houses, and enjoy one of their many fine restaurants.
  • Mirow: Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island. The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.
  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Rheinsberg: Along the bank, surrounded by a lush and green forest, stands the large Castle of Rheinberg. You may visit it, along with its gardens, and museum. Downtown, you will also enjoy seeing the Evangelical Church of Saint Laurent, built in the 13th century.

34 hr(s) of cruising

229km 8 locks 7 nights
Jabel to Marina Wolfsbruch via Rheinsberg & Mirow ONEWAY

Jabel to Marina Wolfsbruch via Rheinsberg & Mirow

Jabel
Waren
Röbel
Mirow
Rheinsberg
Marina Wolfsbruch

20 hr(s) of cruising

85km 4 locks 7 nights

Jabel to Marina Wolfsbruch via Rheinsberg & Mirow

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Overview

You’ve crossed Lake Müritz and cruised to splendid Rheinsberg. You timed your arrival to coincide with a live evening concert on the grounds of the Baroque castle there, and you look forward to a stroll in the gardens beforehand. German river cruises offer a mix of pleasures, like some pampering at the resort amenities of Marina Wolfsbruch at the end of your travels!

Top highlights:

  • The isolated Mirow Castle 
  • The Evangelical Church of Saint-Laurent in Rheinsberg
  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch 
  • The outstanding scenery beyond Muritz Lake

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your vacation:

  • Jabel: Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village a perfect place for relaxing and taking is easy. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful, old brick church, and cycle around the canal banks to admire the beautiful scenery.
  • Waren: Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lakes bank, and enjoy it's wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments, like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint Mary's Church.
  • Röbel: Welcome to Robel, a charming and peaceful town located along the large Muritz lake. Take a walk downtown between the colourful timbered houses, and enjoy one of their many fine restaurants.
  • Mirow: Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful, Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island. The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.
  • Rheinsberg: Along the bank, surrounded by a lush green forest, stands the large Castle of Rheinberg. You may visit it, along with its gardens, and museum. Downtown, you will also enjoy seeing the Evangelical Church of Saint Laurent, built in the thirteenth century.
  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.

20 hr(s) of cruising

85km 4 locks 7 nights
Jabel RETURN via Plau, Warren

Jabel RETURN via Plau, Warren

Jabel
Malchow
Plau-am-See
Waren
Jabel

12 hr(s) of cruising

78km 0 locks 3 nights

Jabel RETURN via Plau, Warren

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Overview

The beauty of the Plauer See mesmerises you as you travel toward the medieval town of Plau, famous for its impressive castle. You’ve discovered the charm of river cruises in Germany! You’re in the midst of a foray into a land of forests and medieval villages, of Baroque castles and cosy waterfront restaurants, of parks and lakeside resorts.

Top highlights:

  • The twelfth century church in Malchow
  • Plau-am-See's boisterous city hall

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Jabel: Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village, perfect place for relaxing and taking it easy. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful old brick church, and cycle around the canal bank to admire the beautiful scenery.
  • Malchow: Also called the City-Island, Malchow has many treasures for you to discover. Downtown, you will find a huge mill, and an old church from the 12th century with an organ museum inside. There's also a pretty flower garden if you're in the mood for a stroll.
  • Plau am See: Welcome to Plau am See, a peaceful and welcoming little village along the canal. Visit the charming ivy-covered City Hall while leisurely perusing downtown. For a change of scenery, take a peaceful walk along the canal bank.
  • Waren: Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lake banks, and enjoy it's wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments, like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint Mary's church.

12 hr(s) of cruising

78km 0 locks 3 nights
Two moored Le Boats

Marina Wolfsbruch to Jabel

Marina Wolfsbruch
Mirow
Röbel
Waren
Jabel

11 hr(s) of cruising

65km 4 locks 3 nights

Marina Wolfsbruch to Jabel

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Overview

The waters of Lake Müritz stretch out before you, and grand castles jut from forested slopes. You think you’re in paradise as you guide the boat to the next resort, or as you nose into a new waterfront town with its very own Baroque palace. The big lakes are all part of a river cruise in Germany!

Top highlights:

  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch
  • The isolated Mirow Castle
  • The colourful houses of Röbel
  • The outstanding scenery beyond Müritz Lake

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Mirow: Mirow is a charming little town with timbered houses. Stop here to see the beautiful Mirow castle located magnificently on its own island. The church, surrounded by lush countryside, is also a nice place to visit and relax.
  • Röbel: Welcome to Robel, a charming and peaceful town located along the large Muritz lake. Take a walk downtown between the colorful timbered houses, and enjoy one of their many fine restaurants.
  • Waren: Stop at Waren for a pleasant walk along the lake banks, and enjoy it's wonderful landscapes. Downtown, you will find many quaint monuments, like the old timbered houses. You'll also want to see the old water tower and Saint Mary's Church.
  • Jabel: Jabel is a quiet and peaceful village a perfect place for relaxing and taking it easy. Stroll downtown and discover a beautiful, old brick church, and cycle around the canal bank to admire the beautiful scenery.

11 hr(s) of cruising

65km 4 locks 3 nights
Girl sitting on front of Le Boat

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Neustrelitz

Marina Wolfsbruch
Neustrelitz
Marina Wolfsbruch

10 hr(s) of cruising

70km 8 locks 3 nights

Marina Wolfsbruch RETURN via Neustrelitz

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Overview

The water sparkles off the bow and tall trees line the shores. The warm summer breeze carries the scent of wildflowers whilst you travel ever closer to a town that once hosted a grand palace destroyed in 1945. A river cruise in Germany brings you to this historic place with its Castle Church and Château Park, all harking back to a storied past!

Top highlights:

  • Hiking through Marina Wolfsbruch
  • Catching a show at the Landestheater Neustrelitz

Example itinerary:

The following is only an example, you can explore this area in whichever order you want, so long as your boat is back at the end base at the end of your trip:

  • Marina Wolfsbruch: A beautiful harbour surrounded by forest, Marina Wolfsbruch is a pretty little place where you will find many hotels and restaurants. If you would like to stretch your legs, there are also hiking paths on the outskirts.
  • Neustrelitz: Neustrelitz is a large city with many beautiful sights to see, especially downtown. You will enjoy walking along a footpath and seeing the Zierke Church which is surrounded by gorgeous green gardens, perfect for a walk. If you stay the night, you could possibly catch a show at the theater.

10 hr(s) of cruising

70km 8 locks 3 nights

Our Feefo reviews

Feefo is an independent and impartial review service that requests reviews directly from those who have been on a Le Boat vacation. Below you can read what our past customers think about their Le Boat experience, and trust that what you read is unfiltered, unedited and uncensored.

Added on 26 August 2023

Igor Kevesh said

In general the service was great. The issue that needs to be improved is that after hours (6 PM) a person in the base office does not speak English. We had an emergency call and it was imposible to explain the situation. The majority of the stuff were excellent. Only the in-depth explanation of lakes and mooring on various lakes needs to be enhanced. It seems that the restrictions on different lakes are different (mooring with an ankor is prohibited on Muritz Lake). We just did not have enough available mooring space in some marinas, so we had to find another location at night. It was a wonderful trip. The majority of the stuff were excellent. Only the in-depth explanation of lakes and mooring on various lakes needs to be enhanced. It seems that the restrictions on different lakes are different (mooring with an ankor is prohibited on Muritz Lake). We just did not have enough available mooring space in some marinas, so we had to find another location at night.
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Good day Igor, Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted to hear that you received some good service from our staff and we appreciate your feedback. Our apologies for the miscommunication with one of our staff. We value your feedback and we would like to encourage you to contact our customer service at any time during your trip. Please contact them at [email protected] for further assistance. We look forward to welcoming you onboard again. Kind regards Refilwe from Le Boat
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Clipper
Added on 24 June 2023

A customer said

Phenomenal company, from booking to picking up the boat to drop-off. Beautiful area to cruise roundtrip
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Dear boating friend, thank you for taking the time to write a five-star review. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time on your Le Boat holiday, and that our experienced staff could make this a seamless trip for you. We look forward to welcoming you onboard again soon. Diana from Le Boat Team
Furstenberg - Furstenberg
Horizon 2
Added on 19 May 2023

Hugh Gregg said

Our boat was ready and the boat yard was very helpful. We were surprised we had not received a "pre-departure" phone call. The service after we returned was also good. One thing that was a bit difficult was there was not much space for returning the boat. The lake region is very different from the canals of France and very lovely
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Good day Hugh, Thank you for taking the time to write a five-star review of your boating holiday. We are delighted to hear that you had a great time on your Le Boat experience with the lake region providing a great contrast, and that our staff were able to assist you. We look forward to welcoming you onboard again. Kind regards, Marianne from Le Boat
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Royal Mystique A
Added on 17 September 2022

Frank Weber said

The base personnel was just phenomenal. Very helpful, flexible and pragmatics. Very picturesque area. A variety of atractions and ways to spent your time exsit from monuments, castle to hikes in nature and parks.
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Dear Frank Weber, Thank you for your review. We are very pleased that you were very satisfied with our service. We hope to welcome you on board again soon. Your Le Boat Team
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Horizon 1
Added on 21 September 2019

Dain Mcparland said

Fantastic job. Boats are well maintained and clean. The staff were very helpful and accommodating especially when English is not the first language and our German is limited. Loved it! A week on the boat exploring the surrounding areas and fishing with my brothers and Dad. Only issue was the rules about fishing for tourists is somewhat confusing so I would make sure you research it.
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Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Crusader
Added on 8 July 2019

Harvey Jones said

The office staff are very friendly and prepared for our arrival. The technician provided excellent advice and training to operated the boat The surrounding lakes are very beautiful with many places to stop and even go swimming. Visiting historical places along the lakes gave the trip a surprising.element. Some of the restaurants in those small towns are excellent.
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Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Cirrus B Boat
Added on 12 June 2019

A customer said

We had a fantastic time. The boat was great and the team in Germany really helpful. There was some confusion over what sort of licence you needed - the team in UK said one thing, and the people in Germany said another, but it was quickly sorted out. Disembarkation was also a bit slow. You have to wait for someone to come and check your engine hours, but they do that for one boat and then start tidying it while all the other boats are waiting. There was then a looooonnnnngggg queue at the office to sort out the admin, which I am sure could have been done more quickly, but hey-ho. These are two small flies in some outstanding ointment. The marina was a great place. Very well presented, and has a decent restaurant and a pizza place (eat in or take away) as well as a bakery. As there are loads of boats and a large number of self-catering houses, we were surprised that there wasn't a small grocery store as well as the bakery, but I guess they have thought of that. Four supermarkets in the nearest town, about 8 miles away.
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Hi Alexander, Thanks for the positive and constructive feedback. I'm glad to hear that you had a lovely holiday and that you were well looked after by our teams. Our boats are great as they are easy to operate and don't require a licence or any experience. There are a couple waterways in Berlin that require a licence however most waterways don't require a licence so you don't have to worry about missing out! We hop to welcome you on board again soon. All the best, The Le Boat Team
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Royal Classique
Added on 6 May 2019

John Brodie said

very happy with the whole package Excellent place to visit, great people, great boats, great people
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Hi John, thanks very much for your feedback and we're really glad that you had a fantastic holiday. We look forward to welcoming you back on board in future!
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Clipper
Added on 20 April 2019

Yitzhak Shimon said

Everything went well, the team, the boat The only thing was the bicycles. One of them was broken. Good price Good service Attitude
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Dear Yitzhak, Thanks for your feedback. We're really glad that you had a fantastic holiday overall. It’s disappointing if you had a problem with one of your bikes during your cruise. If we can help further, please feel free to contact [email protected]. All the best The Le Boat Team
Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Caprice
Added on 17 August 2018

A customer said

the boat was in perfect condition; the office staff polite and very helpful; the fifth star is lacking because the familiarizing with the boat is too short - especially the driving. The instructor did the driving by himself, and I just watched. hands on by the renter would be more productive! A very quiet, relaxing and fun vacation!
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Marina Wolfsbruch - Marina Wolfsbruch
Horizon 1