7 nights · Germany North Rhine-Westphalia · River cruise · Departs Duisburg (Germany) · Visiting Rotterdam, Antwerp, Nijmegen · Aboard A Rosa Cruises on the Arosa Sena
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This river cruise sails the Rhine, departing Duisburg.
| Cruise line | A Rosa Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Arosa Sena |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 4 |
| Departures | 34 sailings |
| From fare | $1,456 per person |
| Year built | 2022 |
| Guests | 316 |
| Cabins | 140 |
| Crew | 70 |
| Length | 135 m |
| Beam | 18 m |
| Cruising speed | 12.0 kn |
Duisburg sits where the Rhine and Ruhr meet, at the heart of Germany’s industrial west. Its inland harbour, among the world’s largest, still moves cargo on a vast scale. Former steelworks reveal the region’s transformation. Explore the halls and furnaces of Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord, or stroll the Inner Harbour’s museums and waterside cafés. This is a port for travellers drawn to working history, bold architecture and the Ruhr’s reinvention.
Rotterdam is Europe’s largest port, but its appeal extends well beyond the quays. Bold architecture rises beside the Maas, while the city’s maritime past remains close at hand. Cross the Erasmus Bridge for skyline views, explore the striking Markthal, or take a harbour cruise among working vessels. Rotterdam rewards curious visitors with modern design, excellent food, and a Dutch city that refuses to stand still.
Antwerp pairs a major working port with a rewarding historic center. At the Cathedral of Our Lady, Rubens’s paintings share space with centuries of Gothic stonework. Nearby, the Grote Markt frames guild houses and the ornate City Hall, with cafés offering an easy pause between visits. The Museum aan de Stroom explores Antwerp’s history and its enduring relationship with the river. Make time for a meal; Antwerp’s food culture is as compelling as its maritime heritage.
Nijmegen is often called the Netherlands’ oldest city, with roots in a Roman settlement on the Waal. The river gives the historic centre an open feel, while cafés and independent shops keep it lively. Visit Valkhof Park for Roman remains and river views; nearby, the medieval Stevenskerk anchors the old town. Nijmegen’s bridges figured in Operation Market Garden in 1944, a defining episode of the Second World War. Come ashore to discover a compact city shaped by history and river.
Duisburg sits where the Rhine and Ruhr meet, at the heart of Germany’s industrial west. Its inland harbour, among the world’s largest, still moves cargo on a vast scale. Former steelworks reveal the region’s transformation. Explore the halls and furnaces of Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord, or stroll the Inner Harbour’s museums and waterside cafés. This is a port for travellers drawn to working history, bold architecture and the Ruhr’s reinvention.
Published August 1, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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