BERLIN CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sunset on the Spree: A Slow, Savory Evening Aboard Der Fliegende Holländer
A 2.5-hour dinner cruise on Berlin’s Spree offering a three-course menu, included drinks, and window tables — this guide distills the route, the meal, and what to expect aboard Reederei Becker’s signature evening sail.
Sunset on the Spree: A Slow, Savory Evening Aboard Der Fliegende Holländer.
On a 2.5-hour circuit of the Spree you sit at a private window table aboard Der Fliegende Holländer, watching Berlin’s riverfront neighborhoods darken into sunset while a three-course dinner and two drinks are served — an intimate, curated evening run by Reederei Becker that threads Charlottenburg, Moabit and the city’s old and new Mitte.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sunset on the Spree
The cruise is timed for sunset, letting guests take in the city skyline and riverfront neighborhoods as daylight wanes over the course of the 2.5-hour voyage.
Der Fliegende Holländer and private window seating
Passengers are seated at private window tables aboard the ship, which operates without a canopy in good weather and picks up and returns guests at the Caprivibrücke in Charlottenburg.
Three courses with drinks included
The dinner cruise features a three-course menu and includes a welcome Prosecco or Glühwein at boarding plus a second drink (soft drink, glass of wine or draft beer) served with the meal.
What the day feels like
How the evening unfolds
Boarding begins at the Caprivibrücke in Charlottenburg for a 2.5-hour cruise that threads Charlottenburg, Moabit and the old and new Mitte. Guests are greeted with a Prosecco or Glühwein, settle into private window tables aboard Der Fliegende Holländer, and enjoy a three-course sunset menu as the boat glides along the Spree. The operator runs exclusive dinner cruises on selected evenings with a second included drink served during the meal.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise lasts 2.5 hours.
Boarding and return take place at the Caprivibrücke in Charlottenburg.
A welcome Prosecco or Glühwein is served at boarding; a second drink (0.33 L soft drink, 0.2 L wine or 0.25 L draft beer) is included with the meal.
The ship operates without a canopy in good weather.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Berliner Dinner Cruise?
The cruise lasts 2.5 hours.
Where does the cruise board and return?
Boarding and return take place at the Caprivibrücke in Charlottenburg.
What is included with the dinner?
A three-course menu is served; guests receive a welcome Prosecco or Glühwein at boarding and a second drink (soft drink 0.33 L, wine 0.2 L, or draft beer 0.25 L) during the meal. A vegetarian option is available upon request at reservation.
Which neighborhoods does the cruise pass?
The route runs through Charlottenburg, Moabit and the old and new Mitte along the Spree.
When does the dinner cruise operate?
The experience is offered on selected evenings; scheduled times include departures on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 18:30.
Is the cruise suitable for children and older guests?
Yes — the offering is described as suitable for guests of all ages.