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4.7 out of 5

 


Tania S.
16 hours ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The route was perfect, gorgeous nature and pace full all the time.
The boat is great, food very good and very kind staff.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Sarah M.
1 day ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

My husband and I had an absolutely fabulous time! The sightseeing was wonderful, the bike riding was lovely, the culture and history lessons were informative, and the fellow passengers and staff were all fabulous. The Magnifique III boat is incredible… and the food!!! Exceeded all expectations.

My only comment for consideration is regarding the choice of an e-bike or regular bike. My husband and I rode regular bikes. About 3/4 of the group did e-bikes. You travel as a group so I was a little nervous about keeping up with everyone, but I did OK. That said, riding for 25+ miles per day for a week is a lot, even if you’re in decent shape. If you enjoy the challenge of exercise, by all means go regular bike. If you want to be more relaxed so you can enjoy the scenery, I recommend e-bike.

  • Dining are of Magnifique III (photo by Sarah M.)
  • Riding through German wine country! (photo by Sarah M.)
When did you take this tour?
September 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Slightly more difficult than expected on a regular bike. On an e-bike, it would be a piece of cake.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 4
  • Routes 5

Lisa S.
4 days ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The vineyards along the Moselle River were loaded with grapes ready to be harvested. A couple of evenings we played card games. The captain joined in!

  • In the lounge of the Iris (photo by Lisa S.)
  • Watching Iris go by (photo by Lisa S.)
  • Champagne lunch stop (photo by Lisa S.)
  • Bikers from the Iris (photo by Lisa S.)
When did you take this tour?
September 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
It was listed as Medium difficulty. A few people switched to E-bikes. It was mostly flat, but the guides were wonderful in providing two options every day; your choice according to your level.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Donna L.
4 days ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The trip followed a beautiful terrain along the Moselle surrounded by beautiful vineyards! The tour guides were very knowledgeable about the region and its rich history. We sampled a lot of local wines and dishes! So delightful.
This was out third bike and barge trip! Each one just incredible!!!

  • A stop in Saarburg for after dinner walk with tour guides (photo by Donna L.)
  • One of many scenic sites biking along the Moselle (photo by Donna L.)
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Erin J.
6 days ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Wonderful trip on a beautiful barge. Marion and Irna were fantastic guides. The e-bikes are so easy to ride. The chef served delicious meals. The scenery was beautiful with the grapes ready to be harvested. Nice flat bike trails. The whole crew was just the best. Highly recommend.

  •  (photo by Erin J.)
  •  (photo by Erin J.)
  •  (photo by Erin J.)
  •  (photo by Erin J.)
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Michael S.
7 days ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Wonderful crew and guides. The group was great fun. The guides made efforts to accommodate any concerns about the rides that were planned.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Chris A.
7 days ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The guides and crew were outstanding. The accommodations exceeded our expectations.

When did you take this tour?
August-September 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
Easier than expected.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 4
  • Scenery 4
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 4
  • Difficulty 5

Jean W.
2 weeks ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Route was beautiful. Guides were careful, knew the routes and had good senses of humor. Also patient.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Jeffery W.
1 month ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The trip was fantastic! From beautiful accommodations, to the fabulous staff on the barge and the outstanding tour guide! We couldn't have asked for a better trip! We will definitely be back. Thanks Tripsite!!!

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Leanne V.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The crew were outstanding. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic trip. The route was gorgeous. Bikes and barge well equipped.

When did you take this tour?
June 29-July 6, 2025
How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
I felt we were well prepared.
Do you recommend this tour?
Yes
Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany
  • Accommodations 5
  • Included meals 5
  • Bikes + equipment 5
  • Scenery 5
  • Ease of navigation 5
  • Pre-travel information 5
  • Routes 5
  • Difficulty 5

Jody J.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Cochem to Metz Tour
We are believers! Now we know why so many people love the boat and bike (bike and barge) thing. The boat was excellent, we loved the Princesse Royal. Even more so, we thoroughly enjoyed the personable service of the staff ~ boat crew and the bike guides. All of them "bent over backwards" to make our experience seamless and memorable. The food and drink was excellent and the overall organization of the trip was superb. We will definitely be doing more of these, with the same providers and "Princesse Royal" fleet.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

john r.
2 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Just some feedback on the accuracy of the bar tab :

- we had to remind the team that we had upgraded one of our bikes to an e-bike for 3 days; they hadn't put it on the tab !

- subsequent to the trip we have realised that our 1x gluten-free supplement hadn't been included on the bar tab .

All this was (potentially) lost income , for the company &/or the crew .

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Susan W.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

We have so many great memories of our trip that it is hard to pin down an "absolute favorite". Here are some of our best and most favorites memories, in no particular order of importance! The staff was so welcoming and helpful, we felt connected to all of them right from the start! The bike riding was fantastic--the ease of the e bikes, to the scenery, and then the visits at the historical sites such as the Roman mosaic, the Puerta Nigra, and the bunker from WWI in the farmer's field, we thought we had the best guides and were very well informed about the details of our day. Our accommodations aboard the Iris were comfortable, clean and well maintained. The other passengers were a lot of fun, and we felt comfortable spending time with each group. I cannot say enough about the food! We all looked forward to our excellent dinner after a long day of cycling, and the breakfasts were filling and tasty, every time! One day, after a 35-mile ride, some of the other passengers decided to continue for another 12 miles, but many of us chose to stay on the barge. The captain welcomed us into the wheelhouse and we were educated on how to operate the barge while going through a lock and dam!

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Joyce N.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The little towns like the v one pictured above. Use deutsch bank ATM to exchange for euros

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Sandra H.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

I loved riding through the vineyards at harvest. The ride was mostly along the river and not on roads! The guides and hostess personnel were the best! So helpful and friendly, They were cheerful and fun every day. I must admit this trip was a bit of a disappointment: 1. Bikes were not very good--It is a bike trip (the bikes must work!). 2. Our room had recently flooded and it smelled of mold and mildew. 3. I had requested a vegan diet and they did not let me know they could not accommodate this request until I was already in Europe. The cook tried, but he didn't understand the difference between vegan and gluten free. I took another tour in Italy and it had none of these issues, so I would like to give Tripsite another chance. Spend money on bikes, it is important. I am a plant-based dietitian and published author--I would be happy to consult with your cooks to assist them in making quick and easy delicious vegan meals.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Christina K.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Every part of our trip was Enjoyable! The bikes were comfortable and easy to use, the rides were not too strenuous but rather “ a good day on a bike”. The routes gave us an Immersive look at the country side. Our guides were Fun and helpful. The staff of the ship went above and beyond and even provided a cake and a celebration for my husband’s Birthday!! Truly , a Bike and Barge trip is the Best way to see the Country! I could have turned around on the last day and started Another Trip! Thank you to our Wonderful Crew on the Magnifique I!!!!

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Brent Jacobson
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Merzig to Nancy

Our time on the Merlijn was fabulous! Coen and Cristina, the ship's owners, are the absolute best as was the crew. Everything from the accommodations, the food, the tours and the biking was top notch. We especially enjoyed the bike helmets that allowed us to listen to our guide provide guidance as well as historical information on our rides. We are already looking forward to choosing another tour aboard the Merlijn.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany, Luxembourg, France

Christopher G.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The whole trip was excellent. To many thing to choose just one.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Bob D.
10 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Merzig to Nancy

The trip on the Merlijn was wonderful. The captain, crew, and guide were all 5 star. Accommodations on the barge were very nice, with modern baths, excellent lighting, and adequate storage. The guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the areas we biked through. The wine tour we had one evening was the best I have ever taken. One evening we all had a meal out at a German restaurant that was delightful. I like the bike helmet they provided. It networked with the guides helmet and she was able to give us information as we road on excellent bike paths.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany, Luxembourg, France

Robert G.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The scenery along the Mosel River was spectacular and the heritage buildings and the history associated with them was both interesting and educational. The friendships that developed along the course of the trip added to our enjoyment and memories. The food was excellent although possible less in the way of trying to produce high end dishes and providing more in the way of comfort foods especially during the cold and rainy weather soups and stews would have been appreciated.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Stefan M.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Biking and boating into Germany, Luxembourg and France was spectacular. Seeing the incredible vineyards and tasting the wines from this area. Our stay and the crew on the Magnafique 1 was excellent and we hope to book another tour.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Susan D.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Although the weather wasn't always the most cooperative, the biking along the Moselle offered beautiful scenery of steep hillside vineyards with stops in small towns along the way. Our tour guides were fantastic and easily (or so it seemed) adapted to the route changes that needed to be made due to the flooding of the Moselle and the fact that the bike paths weren't always accessible. Our guides were knowledgable about the areas we visited and offered interesting information about castles, churches and other areas of interest in the cities.
As far as tips for others, if you are planning a bike/barge trip, be prepared for varied weather and biking conditions. Being flexible will allow you to enjoy things that aren't necessarily what you had expected.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Deborah D.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Merzig to Nancy

The Merlijn is the best sailing ship in all of Europe if you want to bike. The captains Coen and Cristina (also the ship owners) are just wonderful people. I feel like family every time I travel with them and this was my 8th trip with them (7 trips in the last year alone). So if you want 5 star accommodations, service and meals, this is the ship to sail on. Their bikes are the best out there and I feel confident in saying that as I have done 15 bike and barge trips! Give the Merlijn a try and you will be hooked like I am. The Merlijn also gets the best bike guides out there along with extremely friendly and caring crew. Love the Merlijn and Coen and Cristina.

Countries included in this tour?
Germany, Luxembourg, France

Nancy T.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

So much fun! Loved all the vineyards and charming towns we rode through. Our captain, mates, chef and guides were top notch! Highly recommend this bike tour, we loved it!

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Robert E.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

Biking in the Mosel wine region watching grape harvest.
Exploring the city of Trier was a highlight.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Sally C.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The most memorable part of this trip was NOT the boat breakdown for 2 days but the absolutely beautiful , kindly, acceptance by everyone with the unfortunate circumstances. I did not hear one grumble or complaint by anyone on board. Everyone worked tirelessly and professionally to correct the issue and make alternate arrangements for the bikers. It was the biggest and best display of humankind working together to make things right. It was so heartwarming to experience such a wonderful situation especially during these very challenging world situations. I can’t praise us ALL enough for making the trip such an unforgettable experience.
Sincerely, Sally Coomber

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Catherine B.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

I enjoyed all parts of this trip. Our guides, Alv and Hetty were very friendly, relaxed, and patient. They both were well informed, and provided interesting commentary and information along the way. When things did not go as planned, they always had another plan. Everyone was made to feel welcome and comfortable.
The bike paths along the river were incredible, easy to manoeuvre, and very scenic.
The meals on the barge were delicious. All the staff were friendly and courteous.
I’m looking forward to another trip wit Tripsite!

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Linda C.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The highlight of our trip was the German city of Trier. There was so much to see in this ancient Roman city. We only scratched the surface, but the Black Gate, the huge cathedral, the beautiful gardens and the lovely city center were amazing. We happened to be there when they were celebrating Unity Day in Germany and there was a band playing, with people dancing and singing. That just made it so much more festive. My suggestion for others is: take this trip, you won’t regret it.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

Glenn D.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

The ambiance on board with all the guest cyclists was matched by the excellent service from all the staff. Both cycling guides were professional but more importantly they were fun to be with. The Mosel Rivers quiet charm and fairy tale villages made for a wonderful experience despite the rainy days.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany

DAVID D.
11 months ago

Verified Reviewer

· Metz to Cochem

My wife and I traveled on the Magnifique 1 from October 1, 2024 to October 7, 2024. We absolutely loved the staff; very friendly and helpful. The stop in Trier, with a guide, was great. The food on board was pretty good but the bikes were not. They were quite heavy and had too few gears, which made climbing even moderate hills quite difficult.

Countries included in this tour?
France, Luxembourg, Germany