If you’re planning to embark on one of the many Rhine River cruises you’ll quickly find that there are many places offshore excursions to explore. But if you’re looking for unique experiences, these enchanting Rhine River sites are rich in legends and history.
I travel the world far and wide in search of fairytale places and places rich with folklore and history. Walking into an old castle sends my imagination into a world of princesses and knights of valor as if I’ve gone back to a time of wooden swords in my childhood.
Rhine River cruises have always appealed to me. Not only do I love cruising, but the Rhine River sites of medieval fortresses, castles, and palaces make this type of travel to Germany a perfect fairytale adventure.
A River cruise gives you the opportunity to get off the boat for way more ground time. Time for exploring castles of course. And of course, with any of the Rhine River cruises, you can expect a plethora of magical adventures by stopping off at these Rhine River sites.
Rhine River Sites for the Fairytale Travel Enthusiast – Castles, Romance, and Witches
There are loads of enchanting, storybook moments to be had along when enjoying one of the Rhine River cruises. With a stunning skyline of jaw-dropping castles, the infamous Romantic Road, sleepy medieval villages, and even a proper medieval banquet in a 12th-century castle, there is no way this trip would be anything less than a fairytale.
Oh, and we must not forget the witches, what would a fairytale be without its witches?
During my research of the most magical Rhine River sites to my fairytale bucket list, I stumbled upon some pretty enchanting stuff. Here are some tips on common Rhine River excursions for the most enchanting experiences.