7 nights · Koln, Germany North Rhine-Westphalia · River cruise · Departs Cologne (Germany) · Visiting Koblenz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Cochem, Traben-Trarbach, Trier · Aboard Riviera Travel on the MS Oscar Wilde
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This river cruise sails the Rhine and Moselle, departing Cologne.
| Cruise line | Riviera Travel |
|---|---|
| Ship | MS Oscar Wilde |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 6 |
| Departures | 7 sailings |
| From fare | $2,199 per person |
| Year built | 2017 |
| Guests | 176 |
| Cabins | 88 |
| Crew | 44 |
| Length | 135 m |
| Beam | 12 m |
| Cruising speed | 13.0 kn |
Cologne announces itself from the Rhine with the soaring twin spires of its Gothic cathedral. Step ashore to explore a compact old town, Roman remains, and museums holding major works of art. The cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, anchors the city centre. Enjoy Kölsch in a traditional brewery, then cross the river for a view of the skyline.
Koblenz stands where the Rhine and Moselle meet, beneath the watchful gaze of the Deutsches Eck. From here, river valleys, vineyard slopes and hilltop castles make an easy day’s exploration. Ride the cable car across the Rhine to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, whose ramparts command sweeping views. The compact old town is readily explored on foot, with cafés and riverside promenades within easy reach.
Rüdesheim is a rewarding first stop on the Rhine, with vineyards climbing steep slopes above the water. It stands at the southern gateway to the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley, famed for castles and dramatic river scenery. Explore the old lanes and Drosselgasse, then take the cable car through the vines to the Niederwald Monument. From its hilltop setting, the Rhine spreads below in a view worth lingering over.
Cochem makes a strong first impression: Reichsburg Castle crowns a vineyard-clad hill above the Moselle. Below, half-timbered houses line narrow lanes and the riverfront. The town is small enough to explore on foot, yet its setting invites a slower pace. Taste the region’s Riesling, take a boat along the river, or visit the castle for broad views over the valley. Here, the Moselle’s pleasures are close at hand.
Traben-Trarbach rewards a stop with more than riverside views. The Moselle divides two towns linked by a striking 1899 bridge, designed by Berlin architect Bruno Möhring. Jugendstil façades recall the town’s prosperous wine-trading years, when its cellars ranked among Europe’s largest. Cross the river for a hillside walk to the ruins of Grevenburg, or linger over Riesling in a wine tavern. Here, history and wine are close at hand.
Trier rewards a day ashore with Roman landmarks, a handsome old town and nearby Moselle vineyards. Founded as Augusta Treverorum, it grew into one of the Roman Empire’s most important cities north of the Alps. The dark-stone Porta Nigra, Imperial Baths and amphitheatre make its past tangible; several Roman sites are UNESCO-listed. Between them, visit the cathedral and Hauptmarkt, then sample the region’s crisp Rieslings.
Cologne announces itself from the Rhine with the soaring twin spires of its Gothic cathedral. Step ashore to explore a compact old town, Roman remains, and museums holding major works of art. The cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, anchors the city centre. Enjoy Kölsch in a traditional brewery, then cross the river for a view of the skyline.
Published August 21, 2026
Last updated October 31, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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