Board a classic Dutch riverboat for a leisurely Waal cruise paired with unlimited traditional Dutch pancakes — a convivial, quintessentially Dutch experience seen from the water.
What to expect
Step aboard a traditional salonboot and settle in as Nijmegen's ancient skyline — Stevenskerk tower, Valkhof hill, the great Waalbrug — unfolds along the riverbanks. Pannenkoekenare served fresh and continuously: sweet (stroop, powdered sugar), savoury (bacon, cheese), or both. The commentary touches on the city's river history, from Roman supply routes to the dramatic 1944 Allied assault crossing. The gentle pace of the Waal makes this a deeply restorative contrast to a morning of sightseeing.
Good to know
Departures run from the Nijmegen waterfront, steps from most river-cruise moorings. Cruises typically run 1.5–2 hours — ideal as an afternoon complement to a morning of museums or walking. Book directly with Rederij Tonissen and confirm sailing times against your all-aboard. No specialist fitness required — this is accessible to all ages and abilities.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Nijmegen — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Nijmegen
- Private 82nd Airborne Battlefield Tour: Nijmegen's WWII Story
- Valkhof Museum: Roman Nijmegen & Golden Age Masterpieces
- Private Guided City Walking Tour of Nijmegen with Local Expert
- E-Bike Exploration: Ooijpolder Nature Reserve & Waal Riverbanks
- Stevenskerk: Gothic Masterpiece & Carillon Tower Climb