Germany · BOAT TOURS IN FRANKFURT
German summer weekends and the Christmas-market weeks sell out early, and the best boat tours in Frankfurt go first. Below are the 6 to get into the diary now, what each includes and where they differ.
Cruise from Eiserner Steg along the Main, choosing a 50-minute trip toward Griesheim or Offenbach, or a longer ride covering both directions. You’ll see Frankfurt’s skyline, Sachsenhausen, museum embankment, Western Harbor, and Gerbermühle, with recorded English and German commentary. Food and drinks are available to buy onboard.
“It was relaxing being on the water looking at the scenery.”
You board a KD boat beside Frankfurt’s Eiserner Steg bridge for a one-hour cruise along the Main. Expect views of the cathedral, bridges, modern towers, and riverfront from both sides of the boat, with recorded commentary in German and English. The boat is spacious and wheelchair accessible, and drinks are sold onboard for cash.
“The trip was nice, staff were friendly. The drinks were cold. It was clean even the restrooms.”
Take a 75-minute private sports boat tour on Frankfurt’s Main for up to five people. Captain Sandro or a colleague handles the boat, with about 15 minutes of fast cruising and 60 minutes of relaxed sightseeing. Enjoy a welcome drink, Frankfurt skyline and bridge views, and the option to take the wheel under supervision.
“Really enjoyed the sightseeing by boat, speed boat option definitely was worth it. We got some lovely apple wine as welcome drink and even could put on our own music. 75min of fun!”
Spend 75 minutes on a private boat for two with captain Sandro or another English- or German-speaking guide. Cruise from the Städel Museum past Frankfurt’s skyline, Museumsufer, Eiserner Steg, and the European Central Bank. Your welcome drink, fuel, cleaning, taxes, and fees are included.
“We had a great tour and very happy with our tour. Sandro out host and guide was very nice and informative. Would highly recommend.”
Set out from Schaumainkai 56 beside the Städel Museum for a 75-minute private cruise along Frankfurt’s Main. Your captain speaks English or German and points out the skyline, Museumsufer, Eiserne Steg, and European Central Bank. The boat holds up to five people, with a welcome drink and all boat costs included.
“We went on a very chilly day & were not wearing appropriate clothing. Would have prefered to have done this in Summer time. Our driver/guide was excellent, very informative.”
Explore Frankfurt with a private licensed guide in English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, or German. Walk from St Paul’s Church through Römerberg, the banking district, Goethe-related sights, and the Old Opera, then take a 50-minute Main River cruise with audio commentary. Cristina is one guide praised for clear, useful explanations.
“Excelente actividad, Cristina nos dio mucha información valiosa. Disfrutamos mucho el recorrido, 100% recomendable”
A city, a river, a castle ridge, a brewery.
