6
Ships
30
Itineraries
44
Cities
319
Sailings per year
2302
River kilometres
As Germany’s longest river, the Rhine has many facets: Big cities such as Cologne or Düsseldorf, towns such as Koblenz and Mainz, quaint communities such as Rüdesheim and Breisach as well as the impressive nature of the UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. But the Rhine and its multiple tributaries in the Dutch delta also offer exciting experiences beyond the German border. The cities of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp and Ghent are visited as well as the Marker- and Ijsselmeer and the Wadden Sea. Since 2009, the A-ROSA ships have been sailing this region on over 25 different routes. In June 2022, new A-ROSA SENA, which has a hybrid propulsion system consisting of diesel and electric engines with a battery storage, was put into service on the Northern Rhine.
The Cruise Region Rhine/Main/Moselle
With its 1,233 kilometres, the Rhine offers more diversity than most other rivers. From the mountains of the Northern Alpine Foothills, it first flows through the Upper Rhine Graben and the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Passing Cologne and Düsseldorf, it crosses the densely populated Ruhr area before splitting into countless tributaries and canals in the Lower Rhine Plain. Finally, the Rhine joins the North Sea near Rotterdam, in the Dutch delta. During a Rhine cruise, guests experience a variety of landscapes, Swiss and Belgian culture, Dutch hospitality and German history. From Cologne, A-ROSA offers the opportunity to sail the Northern Rhine with stops in the Netherlands and Belgium or southwards to Basel.
The Northern Rhine is not only characterised by vibrant metropolises such as the canal city of Amsterdam, futuristic Rotterdam with its impressive architecture or the diamond city of Antwerp, but also impresses with the vast Marker- and Ijsselmeer and Wadden Sea. Sailing on the Northern Rhine is a perfect combination of the most exciting European cities and the relaxed Frisian flair of the inland seas in the Northern Netherlands. Small towns such as Harlingen, Hoorn and Lelystad invite guests to browse. The oldest city in what was once Holland, Dordrecht, offers plenty of history. Located at the gates of Rotterdam, the city is intersected by small canals and reveals the most beautiful side of the Netherlands.
Guests cruise the Southern Rhine all the way to the tripoint in Basel. On the way south, the journey takes them along the green mountains of the Siebengebirge near Bonn and past the vineyards in Rüdesheim. The Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, which towers high above the city of Koblenz and offers a wonderful view of the Deutsches Eck, can already be spotted from afar. But the city on the Rhine and Moselle has much more in store for visitors: The Electoral Palace, Church of Our Lady, the Basilica of St. Castor and the Old Town await. Mainz, the capital of Rhineland-Palatinate, welcomes guests with its Cathedral and Gutenberg Museum. Further south, the Rhine leads past the French city of Strasbourg with its impressive half-timbered architecture and the towering Cathedral. From Basel, excursions to Switzerland’s inland are also on offer, for example to Lucerne on Lake Lucerne.
The Moselle certainly boasts the highest romance factor in the A-ROSA cruise portfolio. Nestled in sweeping vineyards, it flows past small wine-growing villages such as Bernkastel-Kues and Mehring and past the mighty Reichsburg in Cochem, which served as a customs castle in the Middle Ages. The city of Trier looks back on over 2,000 years of municipal history. Once founded by the Romans, it feels like an open-air museum today. Historical sights and monuments line the cityscape. Ultimately, the Moselle meets the Rhine at the Deutsches Eck under the eyes of the equestrian statue of the first German Emperor Wilhelm I in Koblenz.
The A-ROSA ships also regularly sail the Main. On so-called One-Ways, guests can travel either from Cologne to Nuremberg or back. During the cruise, after passing through the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, the carnival city of Mainz awaits, where the Main flows into the Rhine. The journey continues to the financial metropolis of Frankfurt, which the locals like to call “Mainhattan” – a reference to New York’s Manhattan district, which has just as many skyscrapers. Further upstream, the Main meanders past the southern foothills of the Spessart to Würzburg. The city is not only famous for its countless baroque and rococo-style buildings, but also for the Würzburg Residence and the many wine-growing areas. High above the city, surrounded by vineyards, is the Marienberg Fortress, offering an excellent view over the city.
From Bamberg, the cruise leads onto the Main-Danube Canal, which provides an artificial connection with the Danube. The second largest Bavarian city, Nuremberg, is finally reached via manmade structures such as locks and even bridges, over which the ship crosses the valleys of Northern Bavaria. The city is not lacking in attractions: The Nuremberg Castle, St. Lorenz and the Craftsmen’s Yard invite travellers back to bygone times. The underground tunnels beneath the city promise unforgettable experiences and the Toy Museum and the oldest railway museum in Europe welcome not only children.
The Rhine cruises are complemented by an extensive excursion programme. In six different categories, guests can experience the destination with all their senses, go on an adventure tour, ride an e-bike through Amsterdam, Strasbourg and along the Moselle and savour fresh local delicacies directly in the region. Exclusive excursions such as a chocolate tour through Antwerp, a pedal boat trip down the canals of Amsterdam or a sailing trip on the Ijsselmeer offer a personalised experience and are tailored to the guests’ wishes. Additional family excursions to the miniature world of Madurodam, the Royal Zoo in Amsterdam or the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz will capture the hearts of children.
The Rhine Fleet
What the Ships Offer …
A-ROSA AQUA and A-ROSA BRAVA are identical in design and were put into service in 2009 and 2011. The ships can accommodate up to 202 guests in a total of 99 spacious and comfortable outside cabins. The category C cabins on deck 2 and category D cabins on deck 3 each have a French balcony and wide-opening double doors with fly screens. Category S and A cabins are located on deck 1, from which the river scenery can be watched through porthole windows. Category S is intended for an occupancy of 3 persons.
A-ROSA SILVA was introduced as the first suite ship in 2012. In addition to the standard cabins on deck 1 and the cabins with French balconies on decks 2 and 3, which are furnished in the same way as A-ROSA AQUA and A-ROSA BRAVA, guests in the four 21 m² junior suites and the two 29 m² balcony suites can enjoy exclusive suite amenities, including room service, a 24-hour concierge service and welcome champagne. A total of 96 outside cabins can accommodate up to 186 guests on board.
In 2022, A-ROSA SENA was the newest ship to join the fleet. It offers many innovative extras and, thanks to state-of-the-art technologies and the hybrid propulsion system, consisting of diesel and electric engines and a battery storage, is a pioneer in responsible travel. The ship boasts much more space for guests: 21 m² standard cabins with balcony and seating for two people, up to 31 m² balcony suites and 28 m² family cabins sleeping up to five people. A-ROSA SENA can accommodate around 280 guests in a total of 140 outside cabins. With the first dedicated Kids Club room and the family cabins, the ship is perfect for multi-generational holidays.
A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA are largely identical in design and were both put into service in 2009. They are official members of the A-ROSA fleet since April 2024 and initially sail on the Rhine. While A-ROSA ALEA can accommodate approx. 138 guests in 69 cabins, A-ROSA CLEA has 70 cabins with space for approx. 140 guests. There are respectively 4 or 2 23m² junior suites with a French balcony (Cat. E) on deck 3. Cabin categories C and D also have a French balcony and are located on decks 2 and 3 respectively. Category S and A cabins with windows are located on deck 1. All cabins are designed for an occupancy of 2 persons.
The standardcabins on the three original Rhine ships, which are 14.5m² in size, have a sleeping and living area as well as a bathroom. They are furnished with a French double bed, large wardrobe, desk with mirror, chairs, air conditioning, safe, phone and hairdryer. There is a TV in the cabins for guests’ entertainment. They are also equipped with a shower and WC as well as towels for the bathroom. All ships have WiFi, which is already included in the Premium All-Inclusive fare.
Guests can indulge in culinary delights and enjoy live cooking in the Market Restaurant or in the A-ROSA MARKET on A-ROSA SENA. There is seating both indoors and outdoors. A-ROSA SENA also has the PAVILION restaurant area, which is reminiscent of an indoor garden, and the exclusive a-la-carte restaurant SENA GRILL, which serves high-quality steak and fish menus. The Premium All-Inclusive fare includes an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet. High-quality drinks are also included throughout the day and are served at the Café Bar, Outdoor Bar or UP & DOWN BAR as well as in the Lounge Bar.
On the sun deck, guests can not only watch the passing scenery from the comfort of the sun loungers, but also enjoy drinks served in the restaurant area. Seasonal specialities and BBQ events are held at the grill station, and large awnings offer shady and wind-protected areas. The heatable pool on the sun deck of A-ROSA SILVA and A-ROSA SENA and in an exclusive location in the outdoor area of the SPA-ROSA the whirlpool on A-ROSA AQUA and A-ROSA BRAVA offer refreshment. A-ROSA SENA also has a shallow pool for children. For even more fun, a putting green, mini golf, shuffleboard and giant chess are available.
The SPA-ROSA is the perfect place for ultimate relaxation. The A-ROSA ships are equipped with various saunas. There are experience showers to cool off and then the cosy relaxation area invites to switch off. Guests can also pamper themselves with a massage or beauty treatment. A-ROSA SENA also offers guests an indoor whirlpool, an ice grotto and a heat bench. The gym has various equipment such as treadmills, bicycles, cross trainers and weights. There is also the possibility to complete a personal fitness check with a trainer and to have an individual fitness programme created. E-bikes are also available for shore excursions, which can be hired free of charge for individual experiences when booked on the Premium All-Inclusive fare and outside of excursion times.
Individually created evening programmes with entertainers and guest artists are presented in the Panorama Lounge. Guests can conclude the evening on the dance floor with a delicious drink.
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Enjoy all the amenities on board A-ROSA.
The Rhine Itineraries
With a choice of 35 different itineraries, every corner of the multi-faceted Rhine is covered and there is the perfect holiday experience for every guest.
The three nine-night cruises focus either on the Markermeer, Ijsselmeer and Wadden Sea and cities along the Northern Rhine or combine well-known Dutch cities with smaller towns on either the Moselle or the Southern Rhine. Their diversity makes for a particularly immersive experience.
During thirteen different seven-night sailings on the Northern and Southern Rhine, guests can enjoy the stunning scenery as well as the many bustling cities. For example, the cruises on the Moselle, which lead to the Roman city of Trier and towns such as Cochem and Koblenz, are all about romantic nature. The seven-night cruises on the Main and Main-Danube Canal offer an exciting contrast. Anyone who cannot make up their mind can simply combine itineraries and thus discover the full extent of the Rhine.
As a special highlight, the seven-night “Rhine Culinary Highlights” cruise invites to sample local wines from the region. This sailing is rounded off by dinner menus presented by Oliver Edelmann & team, as well as delicious tastings on board.
With the seven different short cruises lasting four or five nights, guests can escape the hustle of everyday life. During these sailings, they can either go city hopping in and around Amsterdam or enjoy nature on the Southern Rhine.
A festive glow of lights, mulled wine, city shopping or a brilliant turn of the year await guests on various Christmas Markets, Christmas or New Year’s sailings from Cologne.
Children are welcome on board A-ROSA with their parents and grandparents – they even travel free of charge in deck 1 cabins when accompanied by a guardian. A family cruise with A-ROSA also includes entertainment in the Kids Club with a diverse programme of games and creative activities, family excursions and favourite meals at the Kids Buffet.
Facts About the Fleet
Ships | A-ROSA AQUA (2009) A-ROSA BRAVA (2011) A-ROSA SILVA (2012) A-ROSA SENA (2022) A-ROSA ALEA (2009, fleet member since 2024) A-ROSA CLEA (2009, fleet member since 2024) |
Shipyard | A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA BRAVA, A-ROSA SILVA Neptun Werft GmbH, Rostock-Warnemünde A-ROSA SENA Concordia DAMEN B.V. Werkendam A-ROSA ALEA, A-ROSA CLEA Scheepswerft Jac. Den Breejen B.V., Hardinxveld-Giessendam |
Size | 135m length 11.4m width (A-ROSA SENA 17.7m) 110m length, 11,45m width (A-ROSA ALEA, A-ROSA CLEA) |
Capacity | A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA BRAVA 202 guests in 99 outside cabins, 70 of them with French balcony A-ROSA SILVA 186 guests in 96 outside cabins (4 junior suites and 2 balcony suites), 60 of them with French balcony A-ROSA SENA 280 guests in 121 balcony cabins, 7 suites und 12 family cabins A-ROSA ALEA 138 guests in 69 outside cabins, 58 of them with French balcony (including 4 junior suites) A-ROSA CLEA 140 guests in 70 outside cabins, 59 of them with French balcony (including 2 junior suites) |
Technics | A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA BRAVA, A-ROSA SILVA Motor capacity: 4x 331 kW / 1,800 PS total Bow thrusters, shore power A-ROSA SENA Motor capacity: 3x 800 kW / 3,218 PS total Diesel and electric engine, battery storage, bow thrusters shore power, AdBlue exhaust gas treatment A-ROSA ALEA, A-ROSA CLEA 1.492 kW, shore power |
Public areas | A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA BRAVA, A-ROSA SILVA Market Restaurant, Wine Bar, Lounge Bar, grill station, SPA-ROSA with sanarium, gym, sun deck, experience pool, putting green A-ROSA SENA A-ROSA MARKET, PAVILION, SENA GRILL, SENA BAR, UP & DOWN-Bar, CAPTAIN’S VIEW, 2 pools, SPA-ROSA with ice grotto, sauna, heat bench, indoor whirlpool, gym, Kids Club room, elevator from deck 1 to 4 A-ROSA ALEA, A-ROSA CLEA Market Restaurant, Lounge Bar, Panorama Lounge with outdoor area, Day Lounge, gym, sun deck with awnings and whirlpool, elevator from deck 1-3 |
Facts About the River and Region
Length | Rhine 1,233 kilometres Moselle 544 kilometres Main 525 kilometres |
Cities | Amsterdam, Antwerp, Basel, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Koblenz, Cologne, Mainz, Nuremberg, Rotterdam, Strasbourg, Trier, Würzburg |
Sights | Markermeer and Ijsselmeer, Amsterdam canals, Porta Nigra Trier, half-timbered houses Strasbourg, Colmar, wine-growing regions, Ruhr area |
Itineraries | 35 different routes from 4 to 9 nights |
Ports of embarkation | Cologne, Amsterdam, Nuremberg |
Arrival / departure options | Organised arrival by flight or train and transfer from the main station to the ship as well as individual arrival by car, which can be parked in a partner parking garage, or train or flight |
Good to know
Fleet highlight | A-ROSA SENA’s hybrid propulsion system with battery storage |
Perfect for | City breakers, families, lovers of art, culture and nature, active travellers |
Special feature | All Rhine ships are certified with the Green Award, which is awarded by the independent Green Award Foundation to ships and shipping companies that make additional investments in the ship and thus improve their performance in terms of environmental protection, safety and quality. A-ROSA SENA has even been awarded with the Gold level. |
