Kiel Canal Transit
Connecting the North Sea, at the mouth of the Elbe River, to the Baltic Sea at Holtenau, the Kiel Canal is one of the world’s busiest and most important shipping routes. Slicing a man-made path through the German countryside, this 61-mile-long marvel of engineering allows vessels to avoid 250 nautical miles of sea sailing on average, ensuring a faster and safer passage through Europe.
As picturesque as it is important, the Kiel Canal is a popular route for ‘pleasure’ crafts and smaller-sized cruise ships such as those in the Fred. Olsen fleet. Sailing slowly along the canal presents an opportunity to take in gorgeous scenes of lush-green countryside and a collection of interesting villages and towns flanking the still waters, and marvel at several impressive bridges. Maritime enthusiasts will delight at the various shapes, sizes and sheer volume of the ships and vessels navigating this busy waterway too.
Cruises to Kiel Canal Transit
European Christmas Markets • L2232
- Enjoy the festive illuminations at Tivoli
- Browse the markets in Hamburg and Gothenburg
- Tour to Bruges or Brussels from Zeebrugge
Discovering castles, palaces and cultural landmarks of Northern Europe • L2224A
- Experience an immersive delve into centuries of Prussia’s history
- Discover sites such as Gdansk’s UNESCO-listed Melbork Castle and the Bismarck statues in Szczecin
- Explore the Danish fortress town of Fredericia and historic Klaipeda in Lithuania
Cities of Germany via the Kiel Canal • L2307
- Discover the maritime history of Kiel, gateway to Berlin
- Enjoy beautiful German countryside as you cruise along the Kiel Canal
- Visit the Rathaus when in Hamburg
Exploring Baltic Capitals • L2311
- Explore historic cpaitals in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Scenic cruise the Stockholm Archipelago and Kiel Canal
- Discover the fairytale-esque charms of Old Town Talllinn
German Cities with Kiel Week Regatta • L2315
- Enjoy the final day of the Kieler Woche festival in Kiel
- Experience scenic cruising of the Kiel Canal
- Delve into rich maritime history in Hamburg, Bremen and Sassnitz
Denmark with Fredericia Festivities • M2315
- Delight in Danish culture and traditions
- Be part of the 6th July celebrations in Fredericia
- Get a feel for 'hygge' and discover rich history
Europe’s Castles, Palaces & Cultural Landmarks • M2316
- An immersive, in-depth delve into centuries of fascinating Prussian history
- Historic cities and their preserved sites offer an insight into when the region was in its pomp
- Highlights include Gdansk’s UNESCO-listed Melbork Castle and the Bismarck statues in Szczecin
Islands, Cities & Archipelagos of Scandinavia • M2319
- Appreciate the beauty and diversity of Scandinavia’s cities and waterways
- Sail through the Stockholm Archipelago, and explore canals in Stockholm and Copenhagen
- See the Olsen family home in Oslofjord and take in the sights of Norway’s capital
Baltic Cities Brought Closer • M2324
- Braemar takes you to the heart of cities for an in-depth Northern Europe discovery
- Discover the highlights of Oslo, Copenhagen, Tallinn and Warnemunde
- Experience fascinating Finnish heritage and culture to the full
German Cities & Scenic Waterways • M2325
- Delve into Germany’s rich maritime history and industry
- Discover busy ship yards, naval bases and fascinating museums
- Experience scenic cruising of the Kiel Canal and River Elbe
