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The Rhine in Flames 2025 River Cruise
The Rhine in Flames, a magical and colourful show!
On several summer nights, the Rhine is set on fire for a unique and sparkling show. For this amazing occasion why not sail an itinerary allowing you to be in the front row of this world-famous event.
A dazzling show along the Romantic Rhine!
The Rhine Valley, stretching from Bonn to Rüdesheim, becomes the stage for spectacular fireworks displays whose magical charm is recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
The river and its banks are adorned with enchanting illuminations that enhance the scenery: lush hills, vineyards, and centuries-old castles all glow under mesmerizing light shows. A magical procession of illuminated boats sails along the Rhine, creating an atmosphere that is both festive and otherworldly. This event brings together locals from nearby villages for popular celebrations, wine festivals, and lively riverside gatherings.
To crown the natural spectacle unfolding before your eyes, fireworks light up the sky, painting it with a thousand colors.
One of the most breathtaking viewpoints to fully enjoy this dazzling spectacle is from the Rhine itself, where sparkling reflections shimmer on the water, immersing spectators in a captivating, otherworldly, and majestic atmosphere.
From the sun deck of your ship, you’ll have front-row seats to fully experience the magic of the event. Fireworks burst into the sky in a cascade of colorful sparks, their reflections dancing across the river’s surface. Each explosion lights up the valley, painting a fleeting and enchanting masterpiece.
Comfortably settled on board, let yourself be carried away by this mesmerizing ambiance, where the natural beauty of the Rhine meets the artistry of light, creating an unforgettable evening. A once-in-a-lifetime experience not to be missed!
From Strasbourg, discover our Rhine river cruises which will sail close to this colorful event in the romantic Rhine Valley.
The Rhine in flames, an incredible spectacle on the water (port-to-port cruise)
STRASBOURG - BOPPARD - KOBLENZ - RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
Boppard: admire the "Rhine in Flames" on a glittering summer night that will light up the hillsides and surrounding castles into a magical light. Embark on an unforgettable and colorful cruise through the romantic Rhine Valley, through the Rüdesheim vineyard and open-air cafes and the beautiful city of Heidelberg.
Rhine in Flames in Sankt Goarshausen - Magical Fireworks over the Water (port-to-port cruise)
STRASBOURG - RUDESHEIM - The romantic Rhine - KOBLENZ - ST GOARSHAUSEN - MAINZ - STRASBOURG
Don't miss fireworks blazing over a medieval setting in the Rhine Valley! You'll have front-row seats for the phenomenal colorful display. A multitude of ships dressed to the nines will crisscross the river during this legendary event. As a backdrop, the Katz and Rheinfels Castles lit in green and red reflect in the Rhine water, while the spectacular fireworks and flares light up the darkness of this spellbinding night known as Rhine in Flames. An unforgettable experience! The itinerary we offer provides a great time to discover or even rediscover must-see sites such as the famous Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim and the intriguing Gutenberg Museum in Mainz. This vacation is jam-packed with fairytale-like landscapes, impressive hills dotted with charming vineyards, and castle ruins sitting above at every turn.
The Rhine in flames (port-to-port cruise)
STRASBOURG - RUDESHEIM - KOBLENZ - RUDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
Koblenz: admire the "Rhine in Flames" on a glittering summer night that will light up the hillsides and surrounding castles into a magical light. Embark on an unforgettable and colorful cruise through the romantic Rhine Valley, through the Rüdesheim vineyard and open-air cafes and the beautiful city of Heidelberg.