Cruise port Kehl (Strasbourg)
Info for port Kehl (Strasbourg) on 21 Mar 2027
Port information & tips for Kehl (Strasbourg)
Kehl am Rhein is the charming Baden gateway to the Alsatian metropolis of Strasbourg and impresses with its unique location in the heart of Europe. Visitors here enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on the riverbank, which harmoniously combines German flair and the French way of life. Right at the harbor, the extensive "Garten der zwei Ufer" and the elegant "Passerelle des Deux Rives" pedestrian bridge invite you to take cross-border strolls. River cruise ships dock at the central Rheinanleger Kehl, from which the famous Strasbourg old town is easily accessible in about 15 minutes thanks to the direct tram connection on Line D. In addition, the immediate proximity to Kehl city center offers diverse shopping opportunities and cozy cafés for a perfect stay.
The port in Kehl serves as a central starting point for river cruises on the Rhine and impresses with its immediate proximity to the European city of Strasbourg as well as excellent logistical connections. The berths in the Rheinhafen are easily accessible and allow guests from the DACH region a comfortable start to their journey.
Car
Via the A5 motorway and the subsequent B28 federal road, you can reach the port area in Kehl quickly and directly from all directions. Various parking options are available near the port, with specialized Park & Cruise providers offering secure long-term parking spaces including a practical shuttle transfer directly to the gangway of your ship.
Train
Kehl station has regular connections to the ICE hub Offenburg as well as to Strasbourg and is thus optimally connected to the European rail network. The onward journey to the cruise terminal is straightforward by taxi in about five to ten minutes, ensuring a relaxed arrival without time pressure.
Airplane
Travelers prefer to use Strasbourg Airport (SXB), which is located around 20 kilometers from the port, or Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport (FKB) at a distance of about 45 kilometers. Thanks to the good connection to the long-distance transport network, Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) is also a comfortable option, from which you can reach Kehl by train or rental car in about two hours.
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 as well as the notices on board, as mooring and departure times can change at short notice.
In port on 21 Mar 2027
