Rhine Cruise - from Basel - 129088

The town of Monheim on the Rhine is a town with a population of 43.000 that is located between Dusseldorf and Leverkusen on the right side of the river Rhine. The history of the town can be dated back more than 800 years and can be experienced during a city tour through the historical old town with its many restaurants and bars. Points of interest are the former prison tower “Schelmenturm”, the mansion “Marienburg” and the former roman fort “Haus Bürgel” with the roman museum. The areas along the river Rhine invite to a short trip into nature along the dike or to the meadow countryside of the “Urdenbacher Kämpe”.

The Venice of the North! Along the canals and waterways and in the winding streets between the stepped gable houses, Amsterdam has a cosy but cosmopolitan flair. Idyllic pavement cafés, lively flea markets, the Anne Frank House, the Rijks- or Van-Gogh-Museum and many, many galleries and shops selling products designed and made by young designers and artists.

The Venice of the North! Along the canals and waterways and in the winding streets between the stepped gable houses, Amsterdam has a cosy but cosmopolitan flair. Idyllic pavement cafés, lively flea markets, the Anne Frank House, the Rijks- or Van-Gogh-Museum and many, many galleries and shops selling products designed and made by young designers and artists.

The Venice of the North! Along the canals and waterways and in the winding streets between the stepped gable houses, Amsterdam has a cosy but cosmopolitan flair. Idyllic pavement cafés, lively flea markets, the Anne Frank House, the Rijks- or Van-Gogh-Museum and many, many galleries and shops selling products designed and made by young designers and artists.

'Ghent is the capital of the Belgian province of East Flanders. The name 'Gent' is derived from the Celtic word "Ganda", meaning "estuary/river mouth". This medieval town has a port connected with the Ghent-Terneuzen canal. The city of culture hosts the "Gentse Feesten" and the "Festival van Vlaanderen". Sights include: the belfry tower, Gravensteen Castle, St. Nicholas' Church, St. Bavo Cathedral and the town hall.

This city with its 500,000 inhabitants is a real economic metropolis. It is home to the world centre of the diamond trade, the second largest port in Europe and various other industries and trade fairs. The second-largest city in Belgium boasts many attractions, such as the cathedral, which dates from the 14th -16th century, the market, the 16th century town hall and the fort of "Steen" dating from the 12th century. Other attractions include the "Royal Museum of Fine Arts", the Rubens house from the early 17th century and the international port.

The Venice of the North! Along the canals and waterways and in the winding streets between the stepped gable houses, Amsterdam has a cosy but cosmopolitan flair. Idyllic pavement cafés, lively flea markets, the Anne Frank House, the Rijks- or Van-Gogh-Museum and many, many galleries and shops selling products designed and made by young designers and artists.

The port of "Le Havre de Grace" was founded in 1517 by François I on the right bank of the Seine estuary. The seafront, the beach and the harbour basin reach right into the heart of the town. The town's image is shaped by the Seine estuary and the port. Le Havre is not only an important trading port, but also has a yacht marina and a beach. The alabaster coast with its tall chalk cliffs stretches north from Le Havre to the Somme estuary. Always connected with the sea, today Le Havre is the fifth-largest European port. Sights include: the port, the town hall, Villa Maritime, the swimming dock, St. Josef's Church, the garden at St. Roch, Malraux museum, and Notre Dame cathedral.

The port of "Le Havre de Grace" was founded in 1517 by François I on the right bank of the Seine estuary. The seafront, the beach and the harbour basin reach right into the heart of the town. The town's image is shaped by the Seine estuary and the port. Le Havre is not only an important trading port, but also has a yacht marina and a beach. The alabaster coast with its tall chalk cliffs stretches north from Le Havre to the Somme estuary. Always connected with the sea, today Le Havre is the fifth-largest European port. Sights include: the port, the town hall, Villa Maritime, the swimming dock, St. Josef's Church, the garden at St. Roch, Malraux museum, and Notre Dame cathedral.

Rouen has the fourth-largest seaport in France and lies between Paris and Le Havre. The old trading town is on the outer edge of an imposing bend in the Seine surrounded by steep slopes. It was in Rouen that Joan of Ark was burnt at the stake. Impressive restored half-timbered Norman buildings dominate the image of the city. There are lots of old castles and chateaus in the surrounding area that bring France's history back to life. Sights include: the old market, Jeanne d'Arc church, the impressive clock tower, the Gothic cathedral and the town hall.