Fascinating River Tours: All in Hamburg!

Speaking of the cities with the most bridges in the world, Germany's Hamburg is unequivocally the first on the list. A total of 2,500 bridges varying in size are the best proof of the well-developed waterways in this city. Water is inseparable from any trip to Hamburg, as every visitor would take a ship for a river tour, the first choice for the trip.

If you are seeking fascinating options for river tours in Hamburg, like savoring food while enjoying the magnificent view of the Elbe River, throwing a party or other private activities on a ship for exclusive charter experiences, or traveling from Hamburg to Berlin or Dresden via waterways, Bergedorfer Schifffahrtslinie Buhr GmbH is at your service.

A river-loving and environmentally conscious company since 1998

Bergedorfer Schifffahrtslinie Buhr GmbH offers a variety of river tour choices, allowing tourists to explore Hamburg's most eye-catching waterway, feel the charm of nature and local historical sites, and gaze at the bustling, busy Hamburg Port.

For more than two decades, the company has been arranging and carrying out a variety of cruise tours with heart and passion. Take a quick look at their main offerings.

1. Round tours

This year, round trips and multi-day trips will be carried out with "Serrahn Queen", accompanied by gastronomical experiences.  

Enjoy unique boat trips through the greenish Hamburg, the beautiful Vierlande and Marschlande, and the Port of Hamburg. A full range of options is waiting for everyone, including short breaks from everyday life and whole day trips.

a) Hamburgfahrt (Tour around Hamburg) and Hamburgfahrt XL

b) Tours across Vierlande and Marschlande

c) Blankenese Cruise Tour

All the aforementioned options include:

-Good services and selectable meals on board

-The captain's explanation of the route

-Modern and comfortable passenger ship

-Free choice of seats on the open deck

-HVV tickets to and from the pier (need to be booked in advance)

-Reserved seats in the saloon (need to be booked in advance)

Weekend cruise tours (only available on Sunday mornings and some mornings during holidays) are also offered with optional brunch. Have a good time by savoring the dishes and enjoying the beautiful landscape along the routes.

2. River cruise tours

From day tours to multi-day river tours, the company offers you a wide range of choices so that you can travel for a day or longer, depending on your preference, and enjoy your break from everyday life. 

You will see beautiful natural landscapes, discover unique places, and pass through locks or ship lifts with the skipper and crew on board answering every question of yours.

You will reach a new city and contribute to local tourism every day. Every evening, you will stay at a new, selected hotel with regional cuisine and cultural experiences.

a) Mini river cruise tour (from Hamburg to Lüneburg)

09:00 Embark at Bergedorf Dock in Hamburg and have breakfast and lunch on board

16:00 Arrive at Lüneburg Industrial Dock and stay there for two hours

18:30 Return to Bergedorf Dock by bus

b) Three-day river cruise tour (from Hamburg to Travemünde)

c) Five-day river cruise tour along the Elbe River (from Hamburg to Berlin)

d) Five-day river cruise tour along a canal (from Hamburg to Berlin)

e) Eight-day river cruise tour (from Hamburg to Dresden)

3. Chartering - Fun on Water

Given that every private activity has its own distinctive features, Bergedorfer Schifffahrtslinie Buhr GmbH is happy to make non-binding and customized offers based on cruise lines and food options.

 

For more information, please check the company's official website (https://barkassenfahrt.de/).

Tel: +0049 / 040 / 736 756 90

Fax: +0049 / 040 / 736 756 92

E-mail: info@barkassenfahrt.de