Rhine in Flames

Rhein in Flammen - Fahrt mit Schiff Poseidon - inkl. 2-Gang-Menü und DJ

July 04, 2026

Rüdesheim am Rhein
16:15 - 22:15

Ab 159,00 EUR

Since 1977, our traditional fireworks event in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley near Rüdesheim has been thrilling guests from all over the world. Be there live when the sky above the Rhine is transformed into a colorful sea of colors! On board the MS Poseidon, you can enjoy the spectacle in a convoy with the best view of the fireworks.

Rhine in Flames 2026 with the MS Poseidon from Rüdesheim

Experience the spectacular fireworks display “Rhine in Flames” aboard the MS Poseidon, the ship of Bonntourist Personenschifffahrt Schmitz GmbH.

The ship & seating

The MS Poseidon has two spacious indoor decks with room for around 260 guests.

Reserved seats:

Seats on one of the two indoor decks will be reserved for you when you make your booking. The 2-course menu will also be served here. The sun deck (open deck) offers the best view of the fireworks. Seats there are not reserved – free seating applies.

Cuisine & music:

Look forward to a 2-course meal during the cruise. Additional snacks can be ordered (not included in the price).

A DJ provides musical entertainment and a lively atmosphere on the outdoor deck.

Course of the boat trip

Departure: approx. 4:45 p.m. from Rüdesheim.

Cruise through the romantic Middle Rhine Valley with impressive views. At nightfall, the ships form a convoy. Return trip with impressive fireworks along the Rhine.

Arrival in Rüdesheim and end of the event: shortly before midnight.

Note: The exact route may vary depending on environmental conditions (e.g., water level).

Important information: Please be at the pier on time—the ship cannot wait if you are late. Free seating is only available on the open deck (sun deck).

If you would like to book the trip for a larger group (20 people or more), please contact us at 06722-90615-21 or send an email to touristinfo@ruedesheim.de.

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Impressions

More Information

Please note that boarding is scheduled to take place on July 4, 2026, at approximately 4:15 p.m. at Bridge No. 16 in Rüdesheim am Rhein.

Shortly before the event, you will receive a message with the exact boarding time and, if applicable, a different bridge. Specific terms and conditions apply to the Rhine in Flames event, which are attached as a PDF file to this offer. By booking, you accept these terms and conditions.

Die Bezahlung an Bord ist in bar oder per EC-Karte möglich.

Boat trip to the Rhine in Flames event with a 2-course meal on board. Musical entertainment with a DJ on the open deck.

Meal on board

Home-style beef roulade with potatoes and red cabbage (roulade stuffed with bacon), apple strudel with vanilla sauce

or vegetarian meal: Vegetable lasagna with salad, apple strudel with vanilla sauce

Drinks are not included in the offer.

The ship is not wheelchair accessible. The main deck salon is air-conditioned (but not the conservatory).

German EC-Card payments are accepted on board.

For further details, see “More information” / information sheet.

Traditional fireworks display

Cruise on the Poseidon in the romantic Upper Middle Rhine Valley

2-course meal on board

DJ on the outdoor deck

Unforgettable moments

Rüdesheim am Rhein train station, Rheinhalle Süd bus stop (Bleichstr.)

Please use the public parking spaces. Rheinstraße will be completely closed to traffic from around 9 p.m. It will not be possible to pick up guests at the pier.

Bitte beachten Sie, dass das Schiff leider nicht barrierefrei sind.

 

Venue

voraussichtlich Brücke 16 (Anleger Rössler-Linie), Rheinstraße, Rüdesheim am Rhein
Rüdesheim (Rhein) Bahnhof/Brömserburg
65385 Rüdesheim am Rhein

offered by

Rüdesheim Tourist AG
Rheinstraße 29a
65385 Rüdesheim am Rhein

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