Boat trip in Berlin: Christmas magic on the Spree

A boat trip through Berlin's city center at Christmas time offers a magical opportunity to experience the city's festive charm from the water. As you cruise along the Spree, enjoy breathtaking views of Berlin's landmarks, including the Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, and the historic Museum Island.

The city's Christmas markets along the riverbanks add a festive touch with sparkling lights, the scent of mulled wine and the warmth of the holiday spirit. The peaceful atmosphere combined with the wintry landscape makes this boat trip a cozy and memorable way to explore Berlin's winter wonderland.

Guests can enjoy the festive warmth of a centrally heated boat while sipping traditional mulled wine and enjoying slices of Christmas stollen.

Total duration: 1.5 hours

The most important highlights of the tour -

1) Tiergarten - The Tiergarten is a large city park in the center of Berlin. With an area of over 200 hectares, it is one of the city's most popular green spaces and offers a mix of lush forests, open meadows and picturesque trails.

2) Government District - The government district is located directly on the Spree. Opposite the historic Reichstag building is the modern Federal Chancellery. This is part of the impressive Federal Band building complex, which, by the way, is about eight times as large as the White House in Washington.

3) Berlin Central Station - Berlin Central Station is the city's most important railway hub and is located near the Spree in the heart of Berlin. The station's distinctive glass and steel design with panoramic views and a huge central hall makes it a remarkable architectural landmark.

4) Reichstag Building - The Reichstag is Germany's historic parliament building in Berlin and is known for its distinctive architecture and political significance.

5) Friedrichstraße - Friedrichstraße is a main street in central Berlin and is known for its lively mix of shopping, culture and history.

6) Berlin Cathedral — Berlin Cathedral is a stunning Baroque-style church on Museum Island in the heart of Berlin. The cathedral has an impressive dome, ornate interiors and beautiful mosaics, making it an important example of Berlin's architectural heritage.

7) Museum Island - Museum Island is an ensemble of buildings consisting of five museums in the northern part of Spree Island in the historic center of Berlin. It is one of the most important sights in the German capital and one of the most important museum complexes in Europe.

8) Nikolaiviertel - The Nikolaiviertel in Berlin's Mitte district is the oldest settlement area in the capital. Almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, it was rebuilt in 1980—1987 by architect Günter Stahn on behalf of the East Berlin Magistrate on the occasion of the 750th anniversary of the city.

Come on this atmospheric Christmas cruise on the Spree with your family and friends and feel the festive atmosphere.