The
Rhine River stretches all the way from the Swiss Alps into the North Sea, flowing through six countries on its path – Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. The Rhine Basin also flows into Belgium, Italy, and France. This mighty waterway is nicknamed the ‘romantic Rhine’, an ode to the backdrop of fairy-tale-like medieval towns, luscious green forests, and vibrant vineyards through which it winds.
One of Europe’s longest rivers, the Rhine sails right through the heart of the continent, passing through some of the continent’s most beautiful and interesting regions on its way. We’ve put together a list of the top six cities not to be missed on a cruise of the Rhine and surrounding areas.