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.
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 Frankfurtand 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 likeRudesheim, 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.
