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Berlin Seven Lakes Boat Tour

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Highlights

  • - Set sail on a 2-hour sightseeing cruise through Berlin’s UNESCO-recognised Havel landscape and across seven scenic lakes.
  • - Cruise through the Havelseen lakes, Kleiner Wannsee, Pohlesee, Stolpchensee, Griebnitzsee, Glienicker Brücke, Jungfernsee, and Pfaueninsel, and take in lush natural vistas from the comfort of your boat.
  • - Enjoy live onboard commentary that brings Berlin’s history to life as you pass historic sites and hidden gems.
  • - Sail past significant landmarks like the House of the Wannsee Conference and Peacock Island, and travel through the former border area between East Germany (GDR) and West Berlin on the Havel River.
  • - Did you know? The cruise passes under the famous Glienicke Bridge, once known as the “Bridge of Spies” during the Cold War.

What's included

  • - 2-hour round-trip cruise through the Havel lake landscape from Wannsee
  • - Views of lakefront villas, forested shores, and royal grounds
  • - Enclosed heated salon + open sun deck
  • - Live onboard commentary in German
  • - Onboard bar with food and drink service at tables (available for purchase)
  • - Onboard toilets

Not included

  • - Food and drinks (available for purchase)

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience.

Your experience

Cruise through Berlin’s Havel landscape on a 2-hour tour, passing seven lakes and iconic landmarks with live onboard commentary.

Getting started

Board your ship at Anlegestelle Spandau (Lindenufer), located behind Spandau town hall on the Havel. After ticket validation, settle in as the crew welcomes you and outlines the cruise route.

What to expect

Havel Seven Lakes Route

This sightseeing cruise explores the scenic lakes and waterways west of Berlin, offering a unique view of the region’s natural beauty, historic landmarks, and waterside architecture.

Features:

  • Seven Lakes Passage: Sail across the Kleine and Große Wannsee, along with five other lakes, showcasing the region’s scenic waterways and lush shorelines.

  • Glienicke Bridge: Pass under the historically significant Glienicke Bridge, famously known as the “Bridge of Spies” during the Cold War.

  • Babelsberg: Enjoy views of Babelsberg’s parklands and palaces, highlighting 19th-century landscape design and Prussian history.

  • Live Commentary: Gain insights into the area’s landmarks, history, and local stories from the onboard speakers throughout the cruise.

  • Notable Landmarks: Spot architectural highlights and picturesque neighbourhoods along the Havel, offering a blend of cultural and natural sights.

Traveller reviews

4.5 (135 reviews)

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