H2olidays

Le Boat

Germany

The crystal clear waterways of the Brandenburg and Mecklenburg waterways make for a perfect boating holiday.

Regional Highlights

• The medieval town of Brandenburg
• Amazing wildlife and birdlife in the Spreewald nature reserve
• The fairy-tale castles at Rheinsberg and Fürstenburg
• Sanssouci Castle at Potsdam
• Berlin’s amazing architectural rejuvenation; its historical buildings and monuments and eclectic lifestyle
• Lake Müritz – for fantastic sailing, swimming and water-sports

Situated in the north east of Germany, the beautiful network of lakes and canals of Brandenburg and Mecklenburg form an idyllic cruising area. Noted for its clean air and waters, this area is as popular with boating and watersports enthusiasts as it is with nature lovers.

Here are some cruising suggestions...

Short Breaks

The Muritz Short Break Cruise
Marina Wolfsbruch - Jabel (or vice versa)
A beautiful cruise on crystal clear open waters, perfect for swimming and watersports. Enjoy modern marina facilities at the quiet town of Jabel and visit its 300 year old natural landmark – a beautiful yew tree. The delightful villages of Mirow, Rechlin, Röbel, Klink and Waren can all be visited en route.
Duration: 3 Nights
Cruise Type: One Way
Distance: 65 km
Locks: 4
Cruise Time: 16 hrs

The Potsdam Short Break Cruise
Potsdam - Gottin - Potsdam
Spend time at Sanssouci Castle Park in Potsdam, then cruise to Caputh and visit the castle at Petzow. En route, stop at the ‘Island city’ of Werder.
Duration: 3 Nights
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 88 km
Locks: 0
Cruise Time: 15 hrs

Week Breaks

The Spreewald Cruise
Potsdam - Bad Saarow - Potsdam
Cruise to the pretty Spreewald region through futuristic Berlin. Immerse yourself in unspoilt countryside and head off on an ‘aquatic safari’ through the tranquil waters of this immense nature reserve. If you want to spend time in Berlin, we recommend taking a train or taxi from Potsdam due to limited mooring facilities.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 260 km
Locks: 10
Cruise Time:40 hrs

The Brandenburg Cruise
Potsdam - Plaue - Potsdam
Visit Brandenburg’s beautiful medieval castles on this peaceful cruise through idyllic countryside where you will discover peaceful lakes and sleepy villages with timber-framed houses and churches.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 130 km
Locks: 2
Cruise Time: 17 hrs

The Marina Wolfsbruch Cruise
Marina Wolfsbruch - Mirrow - Lychen - Marina Wolfsbruch
Relax or get active at Marina Wolfsbruch. Enjoy swimming and watersports, beautiful natural surroundings and lakeside Baroque castles.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 200 km
Locks: 12
Cruise Time: 30 hrs

The Berlin Cruise
Potsdam - Marina Wolfsbruch (or vice versa)
Take in the futuristic capital of Berlin before heading north to the amazing nature reserves and watersports facilities at Marina Wolfsbruch.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type :One Way
Distance: 175 km
Locks: 13
Cruise Time: 24 hrs

The Lakes and Castles Cruise
Marina Wolfsbruch - Plau (Mecklenburg) – Marina Wolfsbruch
Cruise on the unspoilt Müritz Lake, Germany’s largest lake and enjoy cycling through the stunning and varied countryside before arriving in the medieval town of Plau where guided tours and a visit to the museum of sculpture are well worth doing.
Duration: One Week
Cruise Type: Return Trip
Distance: 254 km
Locks: 16
Cruise Time: 38 hrs