Spree & Havelschiffahrt - Anlegestelle am Nordhafen

If you want to experience Berlin from a different perspective, don’t head to the nearest rooftop, but rather to the water. Between the bustling Schiffbauerdamm in Mitte and the green outskirts of Hennigsdorf, Spree & Havelschifffahrt sets sail – offering one of the most relaxing ways to discover Berlin: cruising, with panoramic views and a touch of nautical romance.
Grimm & Lindecke shipping company is anything but a tourist gimmick. For years, the ships of the fleet have been navigating some of the most beautiful routes through Berlin and the surrounding area daily – from the classic tour, which takes one and a half to two and a half hours to pass the most important landmarks of the capital, to the evening sunset cruise, where Berlin suddenly seems very quiet. Especially when the sun disappears behind the TV Tower and the city lights reflect in the water, the whole thing has an almost magical quality. And yes, we’ve experienced it – complete with a mild breeze, sunset, and a surprisingly good white wine on deck.
What is particularly pleasant: The atmosphere on board is relaxed, the audience is pleasantly mixed, the staff charming – you can tell that they operate with heart. If you want a little more than just sightseeing, you can treat yourself to one of the special culinary cruises: whether it’s a dinner mystery, mulled wine tour, or a charter trip for a private celebration, even Berliners who “have seen it all” will be delighted.
So: Why not swap the neighborhood for the cabin for once? Berlin from the water has a charm all its own – and somehow more fresh air too.