Speyer is a historic town in south-western Germany and a charming stop on a cruise to Speyer along the Rhine. The town is particularly well known for its impressive cathedral, its charming old town and its long imperial history. Speyer is situated in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate and is one of Germany’s oldest towns, a fact clearly evident in its cobbled streets, beautiful squares and numerous historic buildings.
A cruise to Speyer offers the chance to experience a destination where cultural heritage and a relaxed riverside atmosphere go hand in hand. The city’s most prominent landmark is Speyer Cathedral, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered one of the most important Romanesque church buildings in Europe. The wide main street, Maximilianstraße, connects the cathedral with the old city gate, Altpörtel, and is an ideal place to start a stroll through the city.
Speyer also has a modern and family-friendly side, with the Technik Museum Speyer, where visitors can explore aeroplanes, spacecraft, vintage cars and technical exhibitions. At the same time, the Rhine is close to the city centre, making it easy to explore the town on foot from the cruise ship.
Worth seeing
Speyer Cathedral: A UNESCO-listed Romanesque cathedral and one of the city’s most important landmarks, with impressive architecture and imperial history.
Altpörtel: The old city gate is one of Germany’s tallest historic city gates and marks the entrance to Speyer’s charming city centre.
Technik Museum Speyer: An exciting museum featuring aircraft, space exploration, cars and technical exhibitions, which adds a unique and modern dimension to the city’s visitor experience.
Currency
Euro (EUR)
