About the Port
The Moselle Valley winds through steep, vine-covered slopes where half-timbered villages and hilltop castles trace centuries of winemaking tradition along the river's looping course. Cochem, one of the valley's best-known towns, greets travelers with narrow lanes of timbered houses beneath Reichsburg Castle, a rebuilt medieval fortress perched above the rooftops.
Cruising this stretch of river offers unhurried views of terraced vineyards, stone church spires, and small riverside communities that have shaped their livelihoods around Riesling for generations. In Cochem, the Old Town sits within easy walking distance of the pier, making it simple to explore on foot before or after a visit to the castle above. The pace throughout the valley remains gentle, rewarding travelers who appreciate landscape and history in equal measure.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Moselle Valley.
Tour Reichsburg Castle
Climb the hillside path or ride the shuttle up to this rebuilt medieval fortress overlooking Cochem, then join a guided tour through its ornate chambers for panoramic valley views.
Wander Cochem's Old Town
Stroll narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses just steps from the pier, browsing shops and cafés beneath the castle's watchful perch.
Hike the Vineyard Trails
For a more active option, follow marked paths through the terraced vineyards above town, rewarding the climb with sweeping views of the river's looping course.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Moselle Valley
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 11 | $4,999 | |
| Aug 12, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaPrima | 7 | $4,449 | |
| Aug 19, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 7 | $4,649 | |
| Aug 26, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaPrima | 11 | $5,549 | |
| Sep 9, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 7 | $5,349 | |
| Sep 23, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 11 | $6,499 | |
| Sep 30, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaPrima | 7 | $4,849 | |
| Oct 7, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaPrima | 7 | $5,649 | |
| Oct 14, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 7 | $4,499 | |
| Nov 1, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaPrima | 10 | $5,009 | |
| Nov 4, 2026 | AMA Waterways | AmaCerto | 7 | $3,649 |