Düsseldorf gets going

The people of Düsseldorf know a thing or two about pleasure and partying. There are plenty of places to go for both in the sophisticated metropolis on the Rhine. The MS RheinPoesie of the KD has recently become one such hotspot. In 2018, the pretty river cruiser – freshly renamed and completely renovated – moored at the KD jetty below Burgplatz and, with its diverse range of programmes, became a permanent fixture among partygoers and connoisseurs alike.

Party on board

Anyone who has ever partied on a ship knows that this is not comparable to partying on land. Because on board, the party meter goes straight from zero to one hundred. The location is also very inspiring: dancing into the sunset on the sun deck on the open-air dance floor – can you imagine anything more wonderful? In Düsseldorf you can do this regularly in summer at party formats like “No Limits”, “Funky Friday” or “Beach pirates on board”. Those who don’t want to wait until summer to dance on the Rhine can come aboard on the 30th of April to dance into May. By the way, a ship like this is also a wonderful place to celebrate during the day. You can give this a try with the new offers from the KD on Mother’s and Father’s Day: an sumptuous family brunch, festive coffee table or perhaps a relaxed morning pint as Father’s Day refreshment?

Or elegant dining?

The great thing about a ship like the MS Rhein-Poesie is that it’s so versatile: While there’s dancing in the evening, the salon gleams in festive white the next day, with polished glasses sparkling on the tables, and service staff serve the expectant guests an exquisite four-course menu from the star chef. Because when dinner trips are on the programme, the former party location on the Rhine turns into a floating gourmet restaurant. Friends of upscale cuisine then have the chance to experience some of the best chefs from the region up-close and personal and enjoy the menu they have put together exclusively for the evening on the ship. Like last year, the series will kick off on the 11th of June with Erika Bergheim, star chef from Essen, followed by Düsseldorf ’s two local heroes Holger Berens (16th of July) and Philipp Wolter (19th of September).

Relaxation on board

The two Düsseldorf KD ships are revealing another facet of their potential as an event location during the weekday evening cruises. Anyone who chooses to end a busy day on board in pleasant company and with the first cocktail in their hands while the sun slowly glides towards the horizon will soon feel quite relaxed. Give it a try! On Saturday evenings, the KD then combines the two components of relaxation and enjoyment in the wonderful all-inclusive evening cruises, where a varied buffet adds to the unique atmosphere of the ship. Where else can you feast on such a view in Düsseldorf?

A day on the river

Have you ever thought of spending a whole day cruising on the Rhine? After all, there is a lot to discover around Düsseldorf and along Germany’s largest river. However, this type of excursion is not for anyone in a hurry. Those who want to travel by ship from Düsseldorf to Cologne and back, for example, including a two-hour stay in the cathedral city, will be on the move from 9:15 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.. However, a unique day on board is guaranteed, with a breakfast and lunch buffet, time to explore Cologne and time to leisurely appreciate the landscape between the two Rhineland metropolises. This tour is scheduled for four times in 2019. The same applies to the day trip from Düsseldorf to Zons. The tour to Duisburg has a completely different character. Here, the exploration of the port of Duisburg is on the agenda. During a two-hour harbour tour, the passengers learn a lot of interesting facts about this important goods handling location