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Highlights

  • Experience six UNESCO World Heritage sites during a 3-hour water journey that includes Peacock Island, Cecilienhof Palace, Babelsberg Palace, Glienicke Bridge, and two historic churches.
  • Visit the Cecilienhof Palace on the water's edge where Churchill, Truman, and Stalin convened in 1945 to reshape Europe at the Potsdam Conference.
  • Discover the Glienicke Bridge along your route; it was a key location for spy exchanges during the Cold War starting in 1962.
  • Enjoy an onboard bilingual audio guide available in German and English via personal handset, providing historical and architectural insights into each site.

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Start a three-hour journey along the Havel River through a UNESCO World Heritage corridor. This cruise offers stunning views of six royal palaces and churches from the water, including Cecilienhof (the site of the 1945 Potsdam Conference) and the iconic Glienicke Bridge.

Getting started

Begin your adventure at Wannsee pier, located at Kronprinzessinnenweg 5–6 — just a five-minute walk from Wannsee S-Bahn. This is also where you board for the Seven Lakes tour; however, this route heads southwest towards Potsdam rather than northwest into the Havel lakes. If your plans include exploring Potsdam, consider boarding mid-route at Cecilienhof or Lange Brücke.

What to expect

The cruise follows a scenic path along the Havel River southwest through an impressive chain of palaces and parks constructed by the Hohenzollern dynasty between Berlin and Potsdam. The first stop is Peacock Island castle, followed by the Church of Peter and Paul at Nikolskoe on the wooded bank, then the reflection of the Church of the Saviour in Sacrow on calm waters. Cecilienhof Palace, completed in 1917 as the last palace built by this family and a significant venue for the 1945 Potsdam Conference between Churchill, Truman, and Stalin, sits directly on the water before entering Potsdam. The journey continues with Babelsberg Palace and Flatow Tower en route to the Glienicke Bridge — known historically as the Cold War's primary spy-exchange point from 1962. An onboard bilingual audio guide (available in German/English via handset) provides detailed architectural and historical insights for each site.

Features

  • Six UNESCO World Heritage sites visible along this route: Peacock Island, Nikolskoe, Sacrow, Cecilienhof, Babelsberg, Glienicke Bridge
  • Cecilienhof Palace, the venue of the 1945 Potsdam Conference, is situated directly on the water
  • Glimpse the Cold War's primary spy-exchange point — Glienicke Bridge — from your boat
  • Enjoy a bilingual audio guide in German and English via personal handset

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Start a 3-hour cruise along the Havel through the UNESCO World Heritage corridor of Palaces and Parks of Potsdam and Berlin.
  • Enjoy views of Peacock Island Castle, Church of Peter and Paul at Nikolskoe, Church of the Saviour in Sacrow, Cecilienhof Palace, Babelsberg Palace, Glienicke Bridge, and Flatow Tower.
  • Experience an enclosed heated salon plus open deck for your comfort.
  • Enjoy refreshments with onboard bar offering food and drinks (available for purchase).
  • Benefit from the convenience of onboard toilets during your journey.
  • Listen to a bilingual audio guide in German and English via handsets.
  • Food and beverages are available for purchase during the journey.

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Board at Wannsee pier (Kronprinzessinnenweg 5–6), a short walk from Wannsee S-Bahn station.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and bring sun protection like sunglasses or hats, as you may spend time on the open deck.
  • Cash or card is recommended for purchasing snacks and drinks from the onboard bar.
  • Please note that bringing your own food and drinks onto board is not permitted.
  • The pier and vessels are not barrier-free, so wheelchair access is unavailable. Foldable strollers may be allowed, but bicycles cannot usually be taken on board.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Wear comfortable layers and bring sun protection like sunglasses or a hat for clear days, as you may spend time on the open deck. Some cash or card for ordering snacks and drinks from the onboard bar.

Bringing your own food and drinks for consumption on board is not allowed.

The pier and vessels used on this route are not barrier‑free; wheelchair access is unfortunately not available. Strollers may be limited to foldable models; bicycles cannot usually be taken on board. Well‑behaved dogs may be restricted or allowed only under certain conditions; check your voucher or contact support in advance.

Cruises typically depart from Berlin‑Wannsee and follow the Havel River through the palaces and gardens of the Potsdam and Berlin UNESCO World Heritage landscape before returning to Wannsee. The boat offers indoor seating with large windows and an open deck, so you can choose between sheltered seats and fresh‑air views. Toilets are available on board; food and drinks can be purchased from the onboard snack and drinks menu. The cruise operates in most weather conditions; indoor areas are covered and suitable for cooler or windy days. Commentary is primarily in German; any additional languages or audio guides, if offered, will be specified on your voucher or at check‑in. The cruise duration is about 3 hours; late arrivals or missed departures are usually treated as no‑shows. Seats are generally not assigned; boarding earlier improves your chances of choosing preferred indoor or outdoor spots.

Security checks are mandatory and cannot be skipped. Please allow extra time before your departure.

Yes, you'll see six UNESCO World Heritage sites including Cecilienhof Palace and the historic Glienicke Bridge during the cruise.

The pier and vessels are not barrier-free; wheelchair access is unavailable. Stroller accommodation may be limited.

Wear comfortable layers, and consider bringing sun protection like sunglasses or a hat as you'll spend time on an open deck.

You're welcome to take plenty of photos from both the enclosed heated salon and the open deck while enjoying scenic views.

Bringing your own food and drinks is not allowed. However, you can purchase snacks and beverages from the onboard bar.

It's best to arrive at Wannsee pier on time as boarding may be limited once the tour departs.

There are no specific bag rules mentioned, but it’s advisable to keep your belongings secure and manageable for ease of movement during the cruise.

Your ticket includes a 3-hour cruise with views of six UNESCO sites, access to an enclosed heated salon, open deck, onboard bar (with purchases), toilets, and a bilingual audio guide via handsets.

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