Boat trips
Rhine in Flames - Cruise on the MS La Paloma All-inclusive with 2-course meal - Music
July 04, 2026
Starting at 199,00 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 La Paloma, you can enjoy the spectacle in convoy and with the best view of the fireworks.
Rhine in Flames 2026 – Cruise with La Paloma from Rüdesheim am Rhein
Experience a fascinating summer night on the Rhine at Rhine in Flames 2026 aboard La Paloma. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of the Middle Rhine Valley and the spectacular fireworks from the sun deck.
The ship
The La Paloma belongs to the family-run company Marksburgschiffahrt Vomfell and can accommodate up to 220 guests. All meals are freshly prepared in the on-board kitchen. The friendly service, excellent food, and atmospheric ambiance make this cruise particularly popular with our guests.
Culinary experience
Start the trip with a champagne reception on board. During the cruise, enjoy a freshly prepared 2-course meal. All drinks are included in the ticket price: beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and hot drinks.
Menu selection
Starter: Leaf salad with chopped walnuts, pomegranate seeds, and antipasti, bread basket with herb quark
Meat main course: Zurich-style sliced beef with spaetzle and zucchini boats
Vegetarian main course: Two types of tortellini with summer vegetables and fresh wild mushrooms in a cream sauce
Procedure for the boat trip
Boarding: expected from 6:00 p.m.
Departure: approx. 7:00 p.m.
Fireworks: from approx. 10:30 p.m., best viewed from the sun deck
Return: around midnight
End of event: approx. 12:30 a.m.
The cruise starts and ends in Rüdesheim. The route may be adjusted depending on weather and water levels.
Your seats on board
When you book, we will reserve adjacent seats for your group on one of the two decks where the menu will be served. The open deck is available for free seating – ideal for photos and viewing the fireworks.
Please note: There are fixed table sizes.
If there is an odd number of participants or individual bookings, you may be seated with other guests.
For group bookings of 20 or more people, please let us know in advance so that we can seat you together if possible.
Overview of services
Round trip with the La Paloma from/to Rüdesheim
Champagne reception on board
2-course meal (meat or vegetarian)
Drinks package until midnight (beer, wine, soft drinks, hot drinks)
Reserved seats on the inside deck
Free choice of seats on the sun deck for the fireworks
Important information
Please note that boarding on July 4, 2026, is scheduled to take place at 6:00 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.
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.
Specific terms and conditions apply to the Rhine in Flames event, which are attached to this offer as a PDF file. By booking, you accept these terms and conditions.
Impressions
More Information
- Rhein in Flammen
- AGB RIF July 5th, 2025 ENGLISH.pdf (pdf)
- AGBs RIF 5.07.2025 Deutsch.pdf (pdf)
- Infos English La Paloma July 5, 2025.pdf (pdf)
- Infos La Paloma mit 2-Gang-Menü 5.07.2025.pdf (pdf)
- AGBs RIF 4.07.2026 Deutsch.pdf (pdf)
- Guest information sheet English Information MS La Paloma wit (pdf)
- AGB RIF July 4th, 2026 ENGLISH.pdf (pdf)
- AGB RIF July 4th, 2026 ENGLISH.pdf (pdf)
- Guest information sheet English Information MS La Paloma wit (pdf)
- Gästeinfoblatt Infos MS La Paloma mit Abendessen 4.07.2026.p (pdf)
- AGBs RIF 4.07.2026 Deutsch.pdf (pdf)
- Gästeinfoblatt Infos MS La Paloma mit Abendessen 4.07.2026.p (pdf)
Please note that boarding is scheduled to take place on July 4, 2026, at 5:00 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.
Boat trip to the Rhine in Flames event with a 2-course meal and drinks on board
Menu
Starter: Leaf salad with chopped walnuts, pomegranate seeds, and antipasti, bread basket with herb quark Main course: Zurich-style sliced beef with spaetzle and zucchini boats
Vegetarian: Two kinds of tortellini with summer vegetables and fresh wild mushrooms in cream sauce
Drinks are included in the ticket price (non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, sparkling wine, hot beverages).
Romantic fireworks
Schifffahrt im romantischen Mittelrheintal
Unvergessliche Momente
2-course menu and various beverages
Live music
