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Spree Raft: License-Free on the Spree

Departure is from Citymarina Wilhelmine in Oberschöneweide, and from there the group steers themselves. The rafts are license-free; anyone aged 18 or older with a valid ID can take the helm, and a detailed briefing is provided beforehand at the pier. The fleet consists of nine rafts, the largest accommodating up to 18 people. The premium model has 15 HP, hydraulic steering, padded seats, and a roof terrace; two aluminum rafts come with a slide and a separate toilet room; and pirate-style wooden rafts are available in sizes for eight to eighteen people. All rafts are covered and weather-resistant.

How far you go depends on the booked time. It takes about 45 minutes to Oberbaumbrücke, and about an hour to Müggelsee. The four-hour tour passes Rummelsburger Bucht, Treptower Park, Molecule Man, and Badeschiff; the five-hour tour goes to Großer Müggelsee and Köpenick’s Old Town, with a swimming break at Kleiner Müggelsee. For full days, there are tours via Gosener Kanal, Seddinsee, and Dahme.

Equipment, Costs, and Organization for the Bachelor Party Group

The basic raft can be upgraded as needed. A barbecue costs 30 Euros, an on-board toilet 19 Euros, plus fuel, which is billed after the trip at approximately six to ten Euros per hour. The deposit is paid in cash and depends on the boat size. Food and drinks can be brought by the group itself, and barbecue items and catering can also be booked through the provider.

Two organizational points save trouble on the day itself. For the handover, two people from the group must be present, as the briefing is reviewed together and signed off via a checklist, and this time already counts towards the rental period. Furthermore, the raft should be back at the pier ten minutes before the end of the rental, as every commenced fifteen minutes of delay will be charged at 50 Euros. Rain alone is not a reason for cancellation; rebooking only occurs in case of an official severe weather warning.