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Bonn river cruise –
Rhine, Siebengebirge
and the Drachenfels

One of the most beautiful Rhine trips of all starts from Bonn - past the former government district, the Drachenfels and into picturesque Königswinter.

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4.7 ★Best rating
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Bonn on the Rhine

Beethoven's city - and its river

Bonn is more than the former federal capital. The city on the Rhine is the starting point for one of the greenest and quietest Rhine trips north of the Middle Rhine Valley - with the Siebengebirge as a dramatic backdrop and Königswinter as a charming destination.

Königswinter Rhine cruise Siebengebirge Drachenfels
⭐ 4.7 · Best rating
Königswinter · Siebengebirge

Königswinter: River Cruise to Linz

The best rated Rhine tour in the Bonn region – 4.7 stars. The journey takes you from Königswinter downstream to Linz am Rhein, past green hills, vineyards and small Rhine villages.

  • Drachenfels and Siebengebirge in view
  • Past Drachenfels Castle and the Rolandsbogen
  • Relaxed trip through the Bonn Rhine
20€ per person
★★★★★
4.7 · 12 rev.
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Bonn Rhine to Linz sightseeing boat tour
⭐ 4.5 · 390 reviews
Bonn → Linz am Rhein

From Bonn: Rhine to Linz sightseeing tour

390 reviews, 4.5 stars. The journey from Bonn takes you past the former government district and Villa Hammerschmidt, through the Siebengebirge to Linz - one of the most beautiful routes on the Lower Rhine.

  • Start directly on Bonn's Rheinallee
  • View of the former government district in Bonn
  • Romantic small town Linz on the Rhine as a destination
26€ per person
★★★★★
4.5 · 390 mov.
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Bonn river cruise Königswinter Rhine
4.3 · day trip
Bonn → Königswinter

Bonn: River cruise to Königswinter

The classic Bonn-Königswinter connection on the water. Past Bonn's old town and the banks of the Rhine, you go straight to the foot of the Drachenfels - ideal for a half-day trip.

  • Direct connection Bonn–Königswinter
  • Drachenfels as a backdrop
  • Ideal as a combination with climbing the Drachenfels
20€ per person
★★★★
4.3 · 54 ve.
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Travel guide

Bonn & the Siebengebirge –
the green Rhine

Why is Bonn a special starting point?

While Cologne and Koblenz are the best-known starting points for the Rhine, Bonn offers something unique: its immediate proximity to the Rhine Siebengebirge – the first nature reserve in Germany. The seven basalt cones rise directly from the banks of the Rhine, the Drachenfels towers 321 meters high above the river. This backdrop makes Bonn Rhine cruises something very special.

Königswinter – the destination of most tours

Königswinter is the ideal end point: The charming town at the foot of the Drachenfels offers a Rhine promenade, a historic old town and the starting point for the Drachenfels cog railway - Germany's oldest cog railway (since 1883). If you arrive by ship, you should ideally combine the journey with the climb.

Best time to travel

May to September for green hills and warm weather. October for a golden autumn atmosphere on the banks of the Rhine. Tours are limited in winter - check preview on GYG.

🏰 Continue to Koblenz

From Bonn it is only 90 km to Koblenz - the gateway to the Middle Rhine Valley with over 40 castles. Perfect combination for a two-day trip to the Rhine.

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💡 Combination tip

Ship to Königswinter → cog railway to the Drachenfels → view over the Rhine → return trip with liner. A complete day of excursions for under €40.

Price comparison
Königswinter → Linz20 € ⭐4.7
Bonn → Linz26 € ⭐4.5
Bonn → Königswinter20 € ⭐4.3
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Continue to discover the Rhine

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Cologne on the Rhine
30 km north is Germany's largest Rhine city - with a cathedral, old town and three first-class cruise options.
Cologne tours →
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Koblenz & Castles
The UNESCO Middle Rhine Valley begins 90 km south - the densest castle landscape in Europe, experienced by boat.
Koblenz castle tour →
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Loreley & Rüdesheim
The Loreley rock, vineyards and the Rüdesheimer Drosselgasse - the most romantic part of the Middle Rhine.
Loreley route →
Frequently asked questions

Rhine shipping Bonn – your questions

How far is Bonn from Cologne?+
Bonn is about 30 km south of Cologne – reachable in 20 minutes by ICE. Both cities can be easily combined in one day: Cologne-Rhine boat trip in the morning, Bonn-Königswinter in the afternoon.
What do you see on a cruise on the Rhine in Bonn?+
The former Bonn government district, the Villa Hammerschmidt (official residence of the Federal President), the Siebengebirge with the Drachenfels, Königswinter and - depending on the route - the small town of Linz on the Rhine with its colorful row of houses right on the bank.
Can you combine Drachenfels and a Rhine cruise?+
Perfect combination: Take the ship to Königswinter, then take the Drachenfels rack railway (Germany's oldest, since 1883) to the summit - from there panoramic views of the Rhine and the Siebengebirge. Return journey by boat or bus.
Which tour is best for first-time visitors?+
The tour Königswinter → Linz With 4.7 stars, it has the best rating of all Bonn tours. The Bonn → Linz-Tour offers the most experience with 390 reviews and is ideal for anyone who wants to start directly from Bonn.
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