Eberbach-Baden (Germany Baden-Wurttemberg)
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2026-11-12 10:19
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Port Eberbach-Baden cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Eberbach-Baden, Germany Baden-Wurttemberg. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.
| Day | Ship | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 November, 2026 Tuesday |  ms Victor Hugo | 16:00 | 04 Nov, 04:00 |
| 10 November, 2026 Tuesday | ms Victor Hugo | 16:00 | 11 Nov, 04:00 |
| 17 November, 2026 Tuesday | ms Leonardo da Vinci | 16:00 | 18 Nov, 04:00 |
| 25 November, 2026 Wednesday | ms Leonardo da Vinci | 16:00 | 26 Nov, 04:00 |
Eberbach is a Neckar River/Rhine River cruise port and town in Germany's Baden-Wurttemberg state (Rhein-Neckar-Kreis district) with population around 15,000. The town is on Neckar River (one of Rhine's major tributaries) and approx 33 km (21 mi) east of Heidelberg.
Eberbach-Baden is at the foot of Katzenbuckel (highest elevation 626 m / 2053 ft) in Odenwald (Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald). The town is on the Castle Road (Burgenstrasse) leading from Mannheim all the way to Prague) along Neckar River.
Eberbach is an ex- Imperial Free City. It was established soon after 1227 (then the castle was mentioned for the first time) by German King Henry VII of Hohenstaufen. In 1330, following his pledge to Counts Palatine, the old Imperial Free City belonged to the Electorate of the Palatinate. It passed to the Principality of Leiningen in 1803, and since 1806 has belonged to Baden. The city was the seat of Bezirksamt (authority office) until 1924 and in 1977 celebrated a 750-year jubilee.
Eberbach is the headquarters to the biggest gelatin producer in the world, GELITA Group, rowboat building yard Empacher, textile machine factory Dilo, and Krauth Technology, ticket vending and fare collecting machine manufacturer, whose products are sold worldwide. Headquarters of wire makers Neckardraht Group is likewise also found in the city on the Neckar.
The historic old town of Eberbach is a pedestrian precinct. It is a magnet for tourists with its 4 well-maintained towers, some town wall remnants and well-kept timber-frame houses. Likewise, Eberbach castle ruins, standing above Eberbach on one of the mountains in Odenwald range that surrounds the town, are worth sightseeing as part of a string of castles along the Neckar River.
Easy independently: Eberbach’s compact old town and Neckar promenade suit a relaxed walk ashore. Half-timbered streets, surviving town towers and riverside paths provide enough for a short call without arranging transport. The castle ruins are a separate uphill outing, best reserved for passengers with sufficient daylight and comfortable walking shoes.
Getting Ashore
Eberbach is a river-cruise stop on the Neckar, with passengers disembarking at a riverside berth rather than tendering. Confirm your vessel’s precise landing and pedestrian exit with the crew before setting off; the mapped port position should not be treated as your gangway location.
The central waterfront around the Neckarlauer is close to the old town. From this area, sightseeing is practical on foot, without a shuttle or taxi. Allow extra time if your vessel uses a different landing. Public transport is unnecessary for the central sights.
Best Ways to Spend Your Time
Explore the Old Town
Allow 1.5–2.5 hours for pedestrian streets, small squares, half-timbered buildings and a café stop. Alter Markt is a useful focal point. The town museum occupies the former town hall here and makes a worthwhile addition when open; allow another 30–45 minutes. Its limited opening days mean an interior visit should remain optional.
This is the most flexible choice for a short call or an evening arrival, since the main appeal is outdoors.
Walk Along the Neckar
For an easier outing, spend 45–90 minutes on the promenade, combining river views with sculptures, flood markers and sections of the old town wall. Choose an out-and-back walk so you can turn around whenever time or energy dictates. The waterfront is generally easier underfoot than the old town’s uneven paving, although access from the berth may involve slopes or steps.
Walk to Eberbach Castle Ruins
Allow approximately 2–3 hours from the town centre for the uphill walk, exploration and return. The town’s published guidance gives roughly 45 minutes to reach the ruins on foot. This is a woodland outing to ruined fortifications rather than a furnished castle visit.
Independent with some planning: obtain current directions before leaving town and wear shoes with good grip. Forest paths, gradients and uneven ground make this unsuitable for passengers seeking a level stroll. Avoid starting late in the day or when wet leaves, ice or poor visibility could slow the descent.
Self-Guided Old Town and Riverside Walk
Easy: approximately 2 km (1.2 mi), with 30–40 minutes of actual walking. Allow 1.5–2 hours for photographs and a refreshment stop. This suggested loop starts at Leopoldsplatz; add the walk from your confirmed berth. Expect mostly gentle terrain with some uneven paving.
- Leopoldsplatz: start by the town hall and Wappenbrunnen fountain. Pick up a town map at the tourist information office if open.
- Alter Markt: look around the square, the former town hall and the decorated façade of Hotel Karpfen.
- Thalheim’sches Haus: continue through the old-town lanes to this stone building and its nearby fountains.
- Pulverturm: view the surviving defensive tower from outside; do not plan on climbing it.
- Neckar promenade: join the riverside path and follow the wall, looking for flood markers and sculptures.
- Blauer Hut: finish the waterfront section at this corner tower, then return through the old town to Leopoldsplatz or take the direct route to your berth.
Practical Tips for Your Call
- Check the all-aboard time and whether the vessel will remain at the same landing.
- For a central walk, aim to reach the berth area at least 30 minutes before all-aboard; allow more after a woodland outing.
- On autumn and winter calls, prioritize the old town and waterfront before darkness. Do not assume museums or visitor offices will still be open.
- Do not build an independent itinerary around a local sightseeing boat: the municipality reports that Eberbach’s passenger sightseeing service has ceased operating.