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<\/a><\/p>\n1<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Danube<\/h4>\nEurope\u2019s second longest river curves through 10 countries from Germany to Ukraine before flowing into the Black Sea. Danube itineraries vary widely depending on which part of the river you travel, but common ports include Passau, a medieval city where three rivers meet; Vienna, a great capital of music and coffee culture; and Budapest, with its wonderful thermal baths. During the holiday season, the Danube is a prime river for Christmas market cruising.<\/p>\n
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![\"Rhine](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/rhine-strasbourg-france.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n2<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Rhine<\/h4>\nThe Rhine flows from Switzerland through Germany and the Netherlands to the North Sea, dotted along the way with medieval cathedrals and castles viewable from the ship. Common ports include Strasbourg, with its mix of French and German cultures; Cologne, dominated by its gothic Cathedral; and Basel, known for the highest concentration of museums in Switzerland. Christmas market cruises are also popular along the Rhine.<\/p>\n
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![\"Rhone](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/rhone-tarascon-france.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n3<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Rh\u00f4ne<\/h4>\nThe Rh\u00f4ne is an ancient trade route linking the Mediterranean to Celtic Gaul. Rh\u00f4ne river cruises are all about exploring the food, wine, and culture of southern France. Common ports include Tarascon, where Van Gogh painted his\u00a0Sunflowers<\/em>; Lyon, with its secret passageways and ancient Roman theater; and the walled city of Avignon.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
![\"Douro](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/douro-porto-portugal.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n4<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Douro<\/h4>\nLinking Spain and Portugal, this river is best known for the winemaking region of the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But three other UNESCO sites lie along the Douro river cruise route: the old city of Salamanca, Spain, the prehistoric rock art sites in Portugal\u2019s C\u00f4a Valley, and the historic center of Porto.<\/p>\n
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![\"Main](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/main-frankfurt-germany.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n5<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Main<\/h4>\nA tributary of the Rhine, the Main changed European river cruising when it was canalized in 1992 to connect the Rhine with the Danube. Flowing through central Germany, the Main River showcases medieval villages and castles in Bavaria, Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg, and Hesse. Common ports include Frankfurt, a bustling metropolis; W\u00fcrzburg, with its UNESCO-designated Baroque palace and gardens; and Bamberg, with its UNESCO-designated and well-preserved medieval old town.<\/p>\n
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![\"Seine](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/seine-paris-france.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n6<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Seine<\/h4>\nThe Seine, France\u2019s most important commercial waterway, begins at a town (appropriately named Source-Seine) about 20 miles northeast of Dijon. The river then flows through Paris, and other common ports include Giverny where you can visit the home of Claude Monet; and the villages along the Normandy Coast where you can tour the historic Normandy beaches and cemeteries.<\/p>\n
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![\"Dordogne](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/dordogne-river-valley-france.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n7<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Dordogne<\/h4>\nThe Dordogne River flows through the Bordeaux region of France which makes it the perfect river for wine enthusiasts. Common ports include Blaye with a lovely coastal road, Libourne with charming markets, and Saint-\u00c9milion with its ethereal monolithic church. From the ship, watch for the\u00a0carrelets<\/em>\u00a0(fishing huts on stilts) which line the riverbanks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
![\"Garonne](\"https:\/\/www.odyssea-voyage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/garonne-toulouse-france.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n8<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Garonne<\/h4>\nThe Garonne also flows through the Bordeaux region, including the city of Bordeaux itself. The Garonne takes you to the Sauternes appellation where the unique microclimate and \u201cnoble rot\u201d produce semi-sweet white wines. Cadillac, another common port, is known for its 16th century castle, but the charmingly ornate \u00c9glise Saint-Martin is also worth a visit.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n2<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Rhine<\/h4>\nThe Rhine flows from Switzerland through Germany and the Netherlands to the North Sea, dotted along the way with medieval cathedrals and castles viewable from the ship. Common ports include Strasbourg, with its mix of French and German cultures; Cologne, dominated by its gothic Cathedral; and Basel, known for the highest concentration of museums in Switzerland. Christmas market cruises are also popular along the Rhine.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n3<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Rh\u00f4ne<\/h4>\nThe Rh\u00f4ne is an ancient trade route linking the Mediterranean to Celtic Gaul. Rh\u00f4ne river cruises are all about exploring the food, wine, and culture of southern France. Common ports include Tarascon, where Van Gogh painted his\u00a0Sunflowers<\/em>; Lyon, with its secret passageways and ancient Roman theater; and the walled city of Avignon.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n4<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Douro<\/h4>\nLinking Spain and Portugal, this river is best known for the winemaking region of the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But three other UNESCO sites lie along the Douro river cruise route: the old city of Salamanca, Spain, the prehistoric rock art sites in Portugal\u2019s C\u00f4a Valley, and the historic center of Porto.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n5<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Main<\/h4>\nA tributary of the Rhine, the Main changed European river cruising when it was canalized in 1992 to connect the Rhine with the Danube. Flowing through central Germany, the Main River showcases medieval villages and castles in Bavaria, Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg, and Hesse. Common ports include Frankfurt, a bustling metropolis; W\u00fcrzburg, with its UNESCO-designated Baroque palace and gardens; and Bamberg, with its UNESCO-designated and well-preserved medieval old town.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n6<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Seine<\/h4>\nThe Seine, France\u2019s most important commercial waterway, begins at a town (appropriately named Source-Seine) about 20 miles northeast of Dijon. The river then flows through Paris, and other common ports include Giverny where you can visit the home of Claude Monet; and the villages along the Normandy Coast where you can tour the historic Normandy beaches and cemeteries.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n7<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Dordogne<\/h4>\nThe Dordogne River flows through the Bordeaux region of France which makes it the perfect river for wine enthusiasts. Common ports include Blaye with a lovely coastal road, Libourne with charming markets, and Saint-\u00c9milion with its ethereal monolithic church. From the ship, watch for the\u00a0carrelets<\/em>\u00a0(fishing huts on stilts) which line the riverbanks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n8<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Garonne<\/h4>\nThe Garonne also flows through the Bordeaux region, including the city of Bordeaux itself. The Garonne takes you to the Sauternes appellation where the unique microclimate and \u201cnoble rot\u201d produce semi-sweet white wines. Cadillac, another common port, is known for its 16th century castle, but the charmingly ornate \u00c9glise Saint-Martin is also worth a visit.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n3<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Rh\u00f4ne<\/h4>\nThe Rh\u00f4ne is an ancient trade route linking the Mediterranean to Celtic Gaul. Rh\u00f4ne river cruises are all about exploring the food, wine, and culture of southern France. Common ports include Tarascon, where Van Gogh painted his\u00a0Sunflowers<\/em>; Lyon, with its secret passageways and ancient Roman theater; and the walled city of Avignon.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n4<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Douro<\/h4>\nLinking Spain and Portugal, this river is best known for the winemaking region of the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But three other UNESCO sites lie along the Douro river cruise route: the old city of Salamanca, Spain, the prehistoric rock art sites in Portugal\u2019s C\u00f4a Valley, and the historic center of Porto.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n5<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Main<\/h4>\nA tributary of the Rhine, the Main changed European river cruising when it was canalized in 1992 to connect the Rhine with the Danube. Flowing through central Germany, the Main River showcases medieval villages and castles in Bavaria, Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg, and Hesse. Common ports include Frankfurt, a bustling metropolis; W\u00fcrzburg, with its UNESCO-designated Baroque palace and gardens; and Bamberg, with its UNESCO-designated and well-preserved medieval old town.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n6<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Seine<\/h4>\nThe Seine, France\u2019s most important commercial waterway, begins at a town (appropriately named Source-Seine) about 20 miles northeast of Dijon. The river then flows through Paris, and other common ports include Giverny where you can visit the home of Claude Monet; and the villages along the Normandy Coast where you can tour the historic Normandy beaches and cemeteries.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n7<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Dordogne<\/h4>\nThe Dordogne River flows through the Bordeaux region of France which makes it the perfect river for wine enthusiasts. Common ports include Blaye with a lovely coastal road, Libourne with charming markets, and Saint-\u00c9milion with its ethereal monolithic church. From the ship, watch for the\u00a0carrelets<\/em>\u00a0(fishing huts on stilts) which line the riverbanks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n8<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Garonne<\/h4>\nThe Garonne also flows through the Bordeaux region, including the city of Bordeaux itself. The Garonne takes you to the Sauternes appellation where the unique microclimate and \u201cnoble rot\u201d produce semi-sweet white wines. Cadillac, another common port, is known for its 16th century castle, but the charmingly ornate \u00c9glise Saint-Martin is also worth a visit.<\/p>\n
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Linking Spain and Portugal, this river is best known for the winemaking region of the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But three other UNESCO sites lie along the Douro river cruise route: the old city of Salamanca, Spain, the prehistoric rock art sites in Portugal\u2019s C\u00f4a Valley, and the historic center of Porto.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A tributary of the Rhine, the Main changed European river cruising when it was canalized in 1992 to connect the Rhine with the Danube. Flowing through central Germany, the Main River showcases medieval villages and castles in Bavaria, Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg, and Hesse. Common ports include Frankfurt, a bustling metropolis; W\u00fcrzburg, with its UNESCO-designated Baroque palace and gardens; and Bamberg, with its UNESCO-designated and well-preserved medieval old town.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Seine, France\u2019s most important commercial waterway, begins at a town (appropriately named Source-Seine) about 20 miles northeast of Dijon. The river then flows through Paris, and other common ports include Giverny where you can visit the home of Claude Monet; and the villages along the Normandy Coast where you can tour the historic Normandy beaches and cemeteries.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Dordogne River flows through the Bordeaux region of France which makes it the perfect river for wine enthusiasts. Common ports include Blaye with a lovely coastal road, Libourne with charming markets, and Saint-\u00c9milion with its ethereal monolithic church. From the ship, watch for the\u00a0carrelets<\/em>\u00a0(fishing huts on stilts) which line the riverbanks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Garonne also flows through the Bordeaux region, including the city of Bordeaux itself. The Garonne takes you to the Sauternes appellation where the unique microclimate and \u201cnoble rot\u201d produce semi-sweet white wines. Cadillac, another common port, is known for its 16th century castle, but the charmingly ornate \u00c9glise Saint-Martin is also worth a visit.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n4<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Douro<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n5<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Main<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n6<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Seine<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n7<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Dordogne<\/h4>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n8<\/span>\u00a0 | \u00a0The Garonne<\/h4>\n