Excursion Cruise · from Kiel (Bahnhofskai)
Grand North Sea–Baltic Canal Complete Cruise
Join a cruise on one of the busiest artificial waterways in the world.
A trip by Adler-Schiffe GmbH & Co KG

on the water.
What to look forward to
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Sailing aboard the historic paddle steamer Freya on the North Sea–Baltic Canal Route from Kiel to Brunsbüttel
More about this trip
Comprehensive onboard explanations about the North Sea–Baltic Canal Generous brunch and cake buffet during the cruise
Good to know
Did you know that nearly three times as many ships navigate the North Sea–Baltic Canal compared to the Panama and Suez Canals? As ship enthusiasts and regular participants in the lively traffic on the North Sea–Baltic Canal, we are delighted to capture so many ocean giants "in our lens"! Join us as we travel through the North Sea–Baltic Canal between Kiel and Brunsbüttel, pass through the Holtenau lock, go under a total of 10 high bridges, and experience the busy traffic of container and cruise ships, pleasure boats, and ferries on the world's most frequented waterway. All trips include commentary by the captain, and en route we serve our generous brunch buffet as well as a delicious cake and pastry buffet in the afternoon.
Cruise on the North Sea–Baltic Canal from Kiel to Brunsbüttel Reserved seating on the paddle steamer Freya Brunch buffet (cold/warm) including water, orange and apple juice, as well as coffee & tea (drinks included only during buffet times) Cake and pastry buffet including coffee & tea (drinks included only during buffet times) Captain’s live commentary Optional add-on: Bus transfer from Brunsbüttel to Kiel: one leg by ship, one leg by bus


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Piers & getting there
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Brunsbüttel (Kreystraße)
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Departures & timetable
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September 2027
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Timetable updated: 28 Sep 2026, 15:54. The operator may make changes.
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Adler-Schiffe GmbH & Co KG
Boysenstr. 13, 25980 Sylt / OT Westerland
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