Staying in Rheinauhafen
The harbor is long enough that its northern and southern ends give you quite different walks into town. Check your building's entrance as well as its map pin, since water and large blocks limit shortcuts. The open quays are pleasant for a morning circuit, but wind and rain make the distance to a tram stop more noticeable when you have luggage.
At a glance
- Best for
- Water, calm
- At night
- Quiet
- Getting around
- A short walk to the Altstadt; trams at Heumarkt
- Price level
- €€€
A former harbor on the Rhine, with modern buildings, a promenade and the Chocolate Museum, ten minutes south of the old town.
Good for
- Water views and calm nights
- The Chocolate Museum and a riverside walk
- A short walk to the Altstadt
Think twice if
- You want cafes and bars at the door
- You want a bargain
What is near Rheinauhafen
Chocolate Museum
From the northernmost Kranhaus, allow about ten minutes north along the harbor to reach the museum entrance.
German Sport and Olympic Museum
Walk about ten minutes north from the northernmost Kranhaus to this museum beside the Chocolate Museum.
Severinsbrücke
The bridge passes close to the Kranhäuser. Allow about five minutes from the northernmost building to reach its vicinity.
Eating in Rheinauhafen
There are places to eat around the harbor, but compare their opening hours with your plans before relying on a late meal. For a broader search, walk inland toward Severinstrasse. That also gives you options for buying breakfast supplies if your accommodation has a kitchen.
Getting around from Rheinauhafen
Heumarkt, with lines 1, 7 and 9, is useful for the northern end of the harbor. Ubierring, served by lines 15 and 16, suits the southern end. Check the actual walking route from your building, as the nearest stop on a map may require a detour.
Hotels in Rheinauhafen
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Staying in Rheinauhafen
Can I walk directly into the old town?
Yes. From the Chocolate Museum end, continue north beside the Rhine toward Heumarkt. Allow about 15 minutes to reach the square.
Which end is more convenient for sightseeing?
The northern end shortens walks to the old town and Heumarkt. Compare exact addresses, since the harbor covers a substantial stretch of river.
Is the promenade suitable with a pushchair?
The main quays offer broad walking space. Check your building's access and the route to tram stops for steps or awkward crossings.