Cruise port Hohensaaten
Info for port Hohensaaten on 7 May 2027
Port information & tips for Hohensaaten
Hohensaaten is a picturesque district of the spa town Bad Freienwalde in Brandenburg and serves as an idyllic gateway to the Lower Oder Valley National Park. Its charming location at the junction of the Oder and the Oder-Havel Canal radiates a relaxed, maritime atmosphere amidst untouched nature and impressive water engineering. Nearby highlights include the historic Hohensaaten lock system, the impressive Niederfinow Boat Lift, and the vast floodplains of the national park, which are perfect for wildlife spotting. River cruise ships dock directly at the central Hohensaaten pier, from where the quiet village center is just a few minutes’ walk away, offering ideal access to the region’s extensive cycling and hiking trails.
Hohensaaten is an idyllic river port in Brandenburg, a district of Bad Freienwalde (Oder), which serves as a charming starting point for unforgettable river cruises on the Oder and the Oder-Havel Canal. The manageable ship pier is easily accessible and allows for a relaxed start to your journey.
Car
For a convenient arrival by car, use the A11 motorway, from which you can reach Bad Freienwalde and then Hohensaaten via the B158 and B167. The journey from Berlin takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes for approximately 70 kilometers. Specific large car parks for cruise passengers are not common in Hohensaaten due to the size of the port, so it is advisable to inquire about parking options directly with the respective cruise provider or to use nearby options in Bad Freienwalde.
Train
The nearest relevant railway station for long-distance travelers is Angermünde, an important regional hub. From Berlin Hauptbahnhof, you can easily reach Angermünde by regional trains (e.g. RE3) in about one hour. From there, you can take a taxi directly to the pier in Hohensaaten in approximately 20 minutes. Alternatively, there is the possibility of taking the regional train to Bad Freienwalde (Oder) and from there using bus line 873, which will take you to Hohensaaten in around 20 to 22 minutes.
Airplane
The nearest international airport is Berlin Brandenburg (BER), which is an ideal arrival point for guests from the DACH region. The driving distance from BER to Hohensaaten is about 70 kilometers, which you can cover by rental car or a pre-arranged taxi/shuttle service in approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Due to the often longer flight times and to ensure a stress-free start to your river cruise, an overnight stay in Berlin or the surrounding area before the day of embarkation is recommended.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will usually receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan sufficient time for your journey to the port accordingly 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 and notices on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.
In port on 07 May 2027
