7 nights · Germany · River cruise · Departs Berlin (Germany) · Visiting Eberswalde, Szczecin, Wolgast, Lauterbach-Rugen, Stralsund, Copenhagen · Aboard CroisiEurope on the ms Victor Hugo
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This river cruise sails the Oder, departing Berlin.
| Cruise line | CroisiEurope |
|---|---|
| Ship | ms Victor Hugo |
| Duration | 7 nights |
| Port calls | 7 |
| Departures | 2 sailings |
| From fare | $1,985 per person |
| Year built | 2000 |
| Guests | 100 |
| Cabins | 49 |
| Crew | 20 |
| Length | 82 m |
| Beam | 10 m |
| Cruising speed | 9.0 kn |
Berlin rewards visitors who look beyond its grand boulevards. The Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag and remnants of the Wall trace a city shaped by empire, division and reunification. Museum Island holds five major museums, while neighbourhood cafés and galleries reveal a lively present. Berlin lies inland; cruise calls marketed as Berlin generally involve a long transfer from Warnemünde. Allow time for the journey and choose your sights carefully.
Eberswalde lies among Brandenburg’s forests, northeast of Berlin, beside the Finow Canal, one of Germany’s oldest artificial waterways. The former brass works now house the Family Garden, a lively reminder of the town’s industrial story. A short journey away, Chorin Abbey rewards visitors with serene grounds and memorable Brick Gothic architecture. For travellers who value regional history, wooded scenery and a gentler pace, Eberswalde makes an engaging stop.
Szczecin rewards travelers who look beyond Poland’s familiar capitals. Set on the Oder River, it is a historic port with broad boulevards and an easygoing waterfront. Begin at Wały Chrobrego, the riverside terrace, where grand civic buildings frame views across the working harbor. Then visit the Pomeranian Dukes’ Castle or the striking white Philharmonic, both reminders of a city rebuilt with purpose. Allow time for a café and a walk through the compact old town.
Wolgast rewards travelers who look beyond the beach resorts of nearby Usedom. Set beside the Peenestrom, this compact Hanseatic town is the mainland gateway to the island, reached by a striking bridge. Explore streets around St. Peter’s Church, then pause on Schlossinsel, once home to the Pomeranian dukes’ residence. The Peene harbor keeps Wolgast closely tied to its maritime setting.
Lauterbach is Rügen’s small harbour village, where sailboats and fishing craft share the water with excursion boats. Step ashore for an easy waterfront walk, or ride the narrow-gauge Rasender Roland railway into Putbus. Known for its neoclassical architecture and landscaped grounds, the town offers a striking change from the coast. Boat trips reach Vilm, a protected island in the Southeast Rügen Biosphere Reserve, on guided visits.
Stralsund stands on Germany’s Baltic coast, where medieval streets meet the waters of the Strelasund. Its red-brick churches, merchants’ houses and town hall reflect the wealth of a former Hanseatic trading power. The UNESCO-listed old town rewards an unhurried walk, while the Ozeaneum brings Baltic marine life into view. Look beyond the harbor, and you’ll find a city shaped by the sea, with a direct link to Rügen Island.
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.
Published August 22, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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