Van Loon Restaurantschiffe und Reederei

Van Loon Restaurant Ships: Dining on the Water in Kreuzberg

Those looking for a chic restaurant on the water in Berlin will sooner or later end up at Carl-Herz-Ufer. The restaurant ship van Loon is firmly anchored in Urbanhafen in Berlin-Kreuzberg and is a replica of a historic, 31-meter long, Dutch two-masted cargo ship. Inside, the venue impresses with solid oak and elegant leather furniture. Large panoramic windows offer views of the shore and passing swans, while on cool days two fireplaces provide warmth and in summer the spacious sundeck beckons.

Both during the week and on weekends, the kitchen team spoils guests with seasonal delicacies and fresh fish specialties. Baked, smoked, or fried fish is available in various preparations. Those who come in the morning are especially lucky: On weekends, the day starts with the popular „Brunchy Lunchy” and a delicious breakfast buffet before switching to the regular menu. Everything is freshly prepared in the open kitchen.

Brunch Cruises, Events, and the Sister Ship Philippa

The van Loon’s offerings extend far beyond a classic waterfront restaurant in Berlin. In addition to the à la carte menu, the ship can accommodate events of all kinds for up to 120 people. For private celebrations, the sister ships Philippa (up to 70 people) and Josephine (up to 40 people) are also available. It gets even more special with the brunch cruises: The classic three-hour bridge tour over the Spree and Landwehrkanal takes place in summer as well as in winter, as the salon ship „Philippa” is equipped with heating and icebreakers. For more than 20 years, the shipping company has been assisting businesses and private individuals with planning their events. So, if you’re looking for a restaurant on the water in Berlin for a special evening, you’ll find just the right ambiance on the van Loon.