Set on the tranquil Main River in central Germany, the quaint town of Wertheim is a charming port between the Wurzburg, Mainz, and Rudesheim. The town itself is known for its artisan glass making and beautiful medieval architecture. Visitors to Wertheim can explore the city in a number of ways - bike tours along the Main River are a great active way to see the area; a walking tour of the city will acquaint you with its history and culture; and foodies will enjoy the tour of a local bakery, where you can sample a fresh pretzel. Many of the Main River cruises visiting Wertheim also cruise the Rhine and Danube Rivers. Let us know when you're ready to start planning your Main River cruise experience in Wertheim.

Top 3 Rhine River Cruises of Wertheim for 2023-2024

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Trans-European Cruise

Strasbourg to Budapest
13 Days from $3,908

Explore Central Europe in the comfort of your luxury ship the MS France on this 13-day Danube River cruise. Discover Frankfurt, the Abbey of Melk, Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace, and the historical city of Budapest, a great example of an authentic European town with more than 1,000 years of history. Biking and urban exploration of modern cities and old towns highlight this trip.

Splendors of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam
15 Days from $6,195

Embark on an unforgettable journey along the famous Danube River and experience traditional Hungarian folklore. Over the next fourteen days, cruise through the breathtaking Wachau Valley and Rhine Gorge until you reach Amsterdam, renowned for its stunning canals. Along the way, discover charming towns and cities like Vienna and Cologne.

Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt

Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt
8 Days from $3,599

This unique Christmas market expedition from Nuremberg to Frankfurt is a journey that will make you believe in holiday magic all over again. The River Queen will tour you around on this amazing 8-day classic holiday cruise.

2 Best Rhine River Biking Tours from Wertheim for 2023-2024

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Trans-European Cruise	$3908	13	Apr 28, 2023	Explore Central Europe in the comfort of your luxury ship the MS France on this 13-day Danube River cruise. Discover Frankfurt, the Abbey of Melk, … 0
Splendors of Europe	$6195	15	Jun 4, 2023	Embark on an unforgettable journey along the famous Danube River and experience traditional Hungarian folklore. Over the next fourteen days, cruise … 0

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Wertheim Travel Guide

Highlights of Wertheim, Germany
As you cruise the Rhine River in Germany, enjoy the splendid little port town of Wertheim, considered one of Germany's most beautiful cities and tucked between bigger cities like Frankfurt and Nuremberg. Your time in Wertheim may include activities like:

A pretzel making demonstration and tasting
Guided bike tours of the countryside
Hikes along the banks of the Rhine River

After your tour of Wertheim, your cruise will continue on to other destinations like Rudesheim, Cologne, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Regensburg, and even perhaps the neighboring countries of Belgium to the north or Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary to the south if your Rhine River cruise also includes several days on the blue Danube River.

Want to visit Europe during a unique season? Consider a cruise to Wertheim during the early winter months of November and December to see the incredible displays at the Christmas Markets set up in the Old Towns of most cities along the Rhine in Germany.