What's the best season for river cruises starting from Strasbourg?

For river cruises from Strasbourg, aim for April through October. September and October are especially nice - you can catch the wine harvest in Alsace when temperatures hover between 60-70°F (15-21°C). If you love holiday markets, December is perfect too. One TourRadar traveler shared, "The autumn colors along the Rhine were spectacular in October." You'll find regular trips on boats like the MS France and MS La Bohème during these months. Summer gets warm at 75-85°F (24-29°C), while winter focuses on those festive markets with temperatures around 35-45°F (2-7°C).

How long are typical river cruises from Strasbourg?

Most river cruises from Strasbourg run between 3 and 7 days, with many people choosing 4-5 day trips. The MS Victor Hugo and MS Douce France offer different options - like a 5-day Danube trip to Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava, or a week-long New Year's cruise on the Rhine and Moselle that stops in Bernkastel, Cochem, and Koblenz. As one TourRadar traveler put it, "the 5-day itinerary was perfect - not too long or short for exploring multiple cities along the river."

Which river routes can I explore from Strasbourg?

From Strasbourg, you can explore four main rivers - the Rhine, Neckar, Moselle, and Saar. Most people pick the Rhine Valley route, though the Moselle Valley with its beautiful vineyards is also popular. Boats like the MS Beethoven and MS Modigliani take you to historic cities like Heidelberg, Cochem, and Mainz. One TourRadar traveler shared that "cruising through the Rhine Valley offered incredible views of medieval castles and steep vineyard terraces."

How much time do I get to explore each stop?

You usually get 3-4 hours to explore major stops like Colmar, Breisach, and Rudesheim on your own. Most days start with a guided tour in the morning, then you're free to wander in the afternoon. In Breisach, for example, you get about 4 hours to check out the city and its Christmas markets. One TourRadar traveler mentioned, "the balance between organized excursions and free time was perfect, especially in places like Colmar where we had ample time to explore the five Christmas markets."

Which places will I visit on a river cruise from Strasbourg?

These cruises take you to both major European cities and historic towns along the Rhine and Danube. You might visit Vienna with its Christmas markets and city hall, Budapest with its beautiful Danube views, or Amsterdam with its canals and museums. Boats like the MS L'Europe and MS Lafayette also stop at smaller German towns like Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. As one TourRadar traveler said, "seeing both the major cities and smaller riverside towns gave us a perfect mix of experiences."

What's the food like on these cruises?

You'll eat well on these cruises - they serve French food at every meal from your first dinner to your last breakfast. Ships like MS L'Europe and MS Douce France include drinks with meals and at the bar (except for special menu items). They throw special gala dinners and welcome parties, and often include local wine tastings when you dock. One TourRadar traveler mentioned "the exceptional quality of French cuisine and regional specialties served throughout the journey."

River Cruise Tours from Strasbourg

What if you boarded your ship in Strasbourg, met the crew over welcome cocktails, then cruised past Alsace's half-timbered villages? It’s waiting for you! You’ll glide through Colmar's canals, dock in Heidelberg, explore medieval Speyer, and sail the Rhine Valley vineyards. There’s something genuinely special about unwinding on European waterways like this.

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Magic of Advent on the Rhine (Strasbourg - Cologne, 5 destinations)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Speyer, Rudesheim am Rhein, Koblenz, Cologne
Age Range
Ages 12+
Ships
Amadeus Silver II Amadeus Riva AMADEUS Aurea+2 ships
River
Rhine
Operated in
English, German
Operator
Lueftner Cruises
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Loyalty Cruise - The Rhine in Celebration! (Port to Port)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Sankt Goar, Oberwesel, Bingen am Rhein,Rudesheim am Rhein,Mannheim,Heidelberg,Kirrwiller+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Beethoven
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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A Bountiful Christmas in Alsace and the Black Forest (port-to-port cruise)
3.3 (2 reviews)
"I was expected to pay for drinks and did not have water either. I would have liked to have seen the Christmas market at night."
Adam, traveled in December
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Breisach, Freiburg im Breisgau, Ungersheim,Colmar+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
MS L’Europe MS Victor Hugo+1 ship
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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The Rhine & Moselle
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Cochem, Alken, Koblenz, Boppard,Rudesheim am Rhein,Mainz+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Mona Lisa
River
Rhine Moselle
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Christmas on the romantic Rhine (port-to-port cruise)
5.0 (1 review)
"The food was amazing and the journey along the Rhine at Christmas something we shall never forget."
Darren, traveled in December
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Boppard, Mainz
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
MS Léonard De Vinci MS Monet MS France+2 ships
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Magical Christmas extravaganzas in Alsace and Switzerland along the Rhine (port-to-port cruise)
Duration
4 days
Destinations
France Germany Switzerland
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
MS Gerard Schmitter MS Symphonie+1 ship
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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The Magic of Christmas: Savory delights and holiday traditions on a Rhine River cruise (port-to-port cruise)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Mainz, Gambsheim
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
MS Beethoven MS Victor Hugo+1 ship
Regions
Rhine Rhine Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Christmas Markets along the Rhine (port-to-port package) - Mona Lisa (8 destinations)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Loreley,Speyer,Heidelberg+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Mona Lisa
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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New Year on the romantic Rhine and the picturesque Moselle (port-to-port cruise)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Koblenz, Traben-Trarbach,Bernkastel,Cochem,Speyer+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Modigliani
River
Rhine Moselle
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Christmas Markets along the Rhine (port-to-port package) - Lafayette (9 destinations)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Speyer, Heidelberg, Rudesheim am Rhein,Loreley,Koblenz,Moselle Valley,Cologne+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Lafayette
River
Rhine
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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The Rhine Gone Wild : A lively cruise filled with legends, flavors, and good cheer (port-to-port cruise)
4.3 (9 reviews)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Mannheim,Heidelberg+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ships
MS Gerard Schmitter MS Lafayette MS Léonard De Vinci MS Modigliani MS Mona Lisa MS Symphonie MS Victor Hugo+6 ships
Regions
Rhine Rhine Valley
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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US$721per person
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4 Rivers: The Neckar, Romantic Rhine, Moselle, and Sarre Valleys
Duration
7 days
Destinations
France Germany Luxembourg
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Léonard De Vinci
River
Rhine MoselleNeckarSaar+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Christmas markets in Alsace (port-to-port) - Lafayette (3 destinations)
1.0 (1 review)
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Colmar
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS Lafayette
Regions
RhineAlsace & LorraineNorthern France+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Christmas in Alsace and show at the Royal Palace (port-to-port) - BOHEME
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Kirrwiller, Betschdorf
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS La Bohème
Country Region
Alsace & LorraineNorthern France+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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Hiking cruise through the Rhine Valley - History, traditions, and the spirit of the Rhineland (port-to-port cruise)
4.3 (9 reviews)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Strasbourg, Koblenz, Moselle Valley, Loreley, Mannheim,Heidelberg+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Ship
MS La Bohème
River
Rhine Neckar
Operated in
English
Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
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