Germany Cruise from Travemünde to Hamburg — 5 Days

4 nights · Germany · Departs Travemunde-Lubeck (Germany) · Visiting Copenhagen, Aarhus, Kiel Canal, Hamburg · Aboard Hapag-Lloyd Cruises on the ms Europa

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Travemünde | Germany Cruise Port Copenhagen Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Expert Guide Aarhus Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Expert Guide Kiel Canal Cruise Guide: Expert Tips for the World's Busiest Waterway
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Cruise lineHapag-Lloyd Cruises
Shipms Europa
Duration4 nights
Port calls5
Departures1 sailings
Year built1999
Guests408
Cabins204
Crew285
Length198 m
Beam24 m
Cruising speed21.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Travemunde-Lubeck, Germany

    Travemünde brings the Baltic to Lübeck’s doorstep, where the River Trave meets the sea. Watch ferries and cargo ships pass the promenade. Cross to the Priwall peninsula to explore the Passat, a four-masted sailing ship with a storied past. Lübeck’s UNESCO-listed old town lies about 20 kilometres inland. Back in Travemünde, a broad beach and historic lighthouse offer an easy introduction to Germany’s Baltic coast.

  2. Day 2

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Copenhagen is best explored at street level, where royal history meets modern design. At Nyhavn, colorful harbor-front houses frame canal tours; nearby Amalienborg Palace is the monarch’s winter residence. Christiansborg Palace combines Denmark’s parliament with historic royal rooms, while Christianshavn’s canals reveal a quieter side. Pause for smørrebrød, the open-faced rye-bread staple, and explore the city’s design shops before returning to port.

  3. Day 3

    Aarhus, Denmark

    Arrive in Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, where a waterfront meets one of Scandinavia’s most rewarding cultural scenes. From the port, the compact centre is easy to explore on foot. See the Gothic cathedral, browse the Latin Quarter’s independent shops, then visit ARoS for its rooftop panorama. At Den Gamle By, historic Danish streets and interiors bring everyday life across centuries into view. Choose Aarhus for a day with substance: excellent museums, good design, and lively café culture.

  4. Day 4

    Kiel Canal, Germany

    At the Kiel Canal, Germany’s working waterway becomes the day’s unfolding spectacle. The 61-mile (98-kilometre) passage links the North Sea and Baltic, crossing Schleswig-Holstein and saving ships a long voyage around Denmark. From the deck, watch freighters pass close by as green banks and quiet farms slide past. At Brunsbüttel and Kiel-Holtenau, lock chambers reveal the precision behind this busy maritime shortcut.

  5. Day 5

    Hamburg, Germany

    Hamburg rewards visitors who look beyond its grand harbor to discover a city shaped by trade and water. From the Speicherstadt warehouses and canals to the Elbphilharmonie’s sweeping river views, Hamburg pairs historic character with modern ambition. Stroll around the Rathaus and lakeside paths, then sample fresh fish or coffee in a city with enduring maritime energy. Allow time for a harbor ferry: it offers a memorable view of Hamburg’s working waterfront.

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Published September 5, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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