Berlin East-Side cruise (Spree & Havelschifffahrt)
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Description
There are several operators offering boat cruises on the Spree River in Berlin with different routes and duration. This review is for the 2.5h "Berlin East-Side discover trip" from Spree & Havelschiffahrt. The route starts from Schiffbauerdamm 12 pier near, a little upstream from the Reichstag Building and heads towards Museum Island and Nikolaiviertel, up to and past Oberbaum Bridge before heading back.
Access & Transport
The pier address is at Schiffbauerdamm 12 It is located just across the river from the Berlin Friedrichstraße station (U6, Trams 12, M1 and trains S1, S2, S3, S5, S7, S9, S25, S26 and regional lines).
Instructions & Recommendations
Make sure to check the weekly schedule and arrive at the pier with time to spare We suggest combining a visit there with the Reichstag Building, about 10' walk away.
Environmental & Social
Boats run on fossil fuels. Neutral from a social perspective.
Conclusion
The East-Side cruise over the Spree operated by Spree & Havelschiffahrt provides passengers with a different viewing angle over some of the best architecture in the city, in particular the museums on Museumsinsel, Nikolaiviertel and the Oberbaum Bridge. Beyond that, if the weather is sunny, a boat ride is difficult to beat!
Key positive
A unique way to discover some of the city's most notable buildings
Key negative
Comments could be more lively
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. The pier is accessible for visitors with reduced mobility, however not all boats are suitable for wheelchairs and the upper deck, saloon and bathroom area are only accessible via several steps.
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:2h 45m
Monday14:30 - 17:15
Tuesday14:30 - 17:15
Wednesday14:30 - 17:15
Thursday14:30 - 17:15
Friday14:30 - 17:15
Saturday14:30 - 17:15
Sunday14:30 - 17:15