Senior Excursion 2025: Discovery of the Rhine from Karben!

Senior Excursion 2025: Discovery of the Rhine from Karben!

The city council of Karben has come up with a fine thing for the elderly. On June 28, 2025, the details for the upcoming senior excursion were announced. A tempting program is in prospect for all senior citizens from the age of 65, as well as young spouses and life partners. On two days, August 22nd and 25th, 2025, a bus and a ship go on a trip along the picturesque Rhine.

The buses start moving around 8:00 a.m. in the morning, whereby the descent from different districts towards Bacharach. The shipping on the “City of Vallendar” of the Gilles shipping company starts at 9:30 a.m., which drives upstream towards Eltville. The arrival in the beautiful city of Eltville is around 1:00 p.m., where the participants have about two hours to explore the city and its offers.

pleasure trip with culinary highlights

The culinary delights during the cruise are also not neglected. On the ship, travelers await lunch with a selection between meat and vegetarian dishes. After dinner there is still a cozy afternoon coffee lesson with freshly baked cakes. The return trip to Bacharach begins around 3:00 p.m. with the journey home to Karben, which is expected to arrive at 7:30 p.m.

A contribution of only 25 euros per person is charged for this excursion. People with low incomes can also look forward to discounts. Non-Karbeners have the option of participating for 60 euros if there are still places available. The price includes the bus ride, shipping, lunch as well as coffee and cake.

an excursion for everyone

Particularly gratifying: people with physical restrictions are very welcome. The city administration and the German Red Cross (DRK) offer support to ensure that all participants can take part on the trip. If you need a wheelchair or rollator, you should specify this when registering, since the ships are also barbered.

Registration for this special excursion can be made in the town hall or online at www.karben.de/senioren excursion . When registering, the first and last name, the date of birth, the district and the stop, the selection of dishes and a telephone number are required. Finally, the map edition takes place from August 12th to 14th, 2025 in the Karben community center, whereby the registration deadline is located on July 25, 2025.

Another note: Participation is also possible for senior citizens who will be 65 years old in 2025, and marriage or life partners under the age of 65 are also invited.

Overall, this senior trip offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Rhine, to dine in a convivial atmosphere and leave everyday life behind. The attractive landscape and the many historical sights along the river invite you to spend an unforgettable time.

For more information about the offer for people with physical restrictions and barrier-free travel offers, the pages of river crossing pirates are recommended.