Cruise port Frankfurt (Main)
Port information & tips for Frankfurt (Main)
Frankfurt am Main presents itself as a dynamic Main metropolis and marks a glamorous highlight of every river cruise through the heart of Germany. The arrival offers guests an impressive backdrop of a glittering skyscraper skyline and historical charm directly on the picturesque riverbank. Famous landmarks such as the historic Römerberg with its striking half-timbered houses, the magnificent Kaiserdom St. Bartholomäus, and the Eiserner Steg are located in the immediate vicinity and invite you to extensive explorations. The river cruise ships usually dock at the central berths at Mainkai or Untermainkai, allowing travelers to comfortably reach the pulsating city center and the exclusive shopping mile Zeil within a few minutes' walk thanks to the excellent location and enjoy the urban flair immediately.
Frankfurt am Main is a central hub for river cruises and impresses with its excellent accessibility in the heart of Germany. The docking points are mainly located on the northern bank of the Main, such as the Nizza-Ufer or the Mainkai, and are thus in direct proximity to the historic Altstadt.
Car
Thanks to its central location at the Frankfurter Kreuz, arrival via the A3, A5, and A66 motorways from all directions is straightforward. In direct proximity to the docking points, car parks such as the Parkhaus Untermainkai or the Parkhaus am Dom offer secure parking spaces; additionally, many hotels in the area provide practical Park-Sleep-and-Cruise options for a relaxed arrival the day before.
Train
Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof serves as one of Europe's most important ICE hubs and offers direct connections from cities such as Berlin, Munich, Zurich, and Vienna. From the station, you can easily reach the ship moorings on the banks of the Main within 5 to 10 minutes by taxi or use the short routes of the S-Bahn and tram to the Willy-Brandt-Platz station.
Airplane
Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) is located only about 12 kilometres from the city centre and is served several times daily by direct flights from numerous cities in the DACH region. The onward journey to the port is quick, taking around 15 minutes with the S-Bahn lines S8 and S9 to the Hauptbahnhof; additionally, taxis are available in front of the terminals for a direct transfer of about 20 minutes travel time.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will generally receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Accordingly, plan sufficient time for your journey to the port and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination - is usually scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.
The same applies during the journey: for shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements as well as the notices on board, as docking and departure times can change at short notice.
