125 years of the steamer Kaiser Wilhelm: Nostalgietour on the Elbe!

125 years of the steamer Kaiser Wilhelm: Nostalgietour on the Elbe!

Wittenberg, Deutschland - in Wittenberg, where the Elbe flows leisurely, the wheel steamer Kaiser Wilhelm celebrates its 125th anniversary on June 14, 2025. The steamer, originally built in 1900, is considered the second oldest ride -up wheel steamer in Germany and is in a pot in a pot. Rumors about a possible fire led to a false alarm among the fire brigade, but the local residents reacted calmly. An 84-year-old who has known the steamer for 71 years only smiled about the excitement.

The nostalgic anniversary trip started on the banks of the Elbe, and while smoke flags climbed, waved walkers, and children had their cell phones ready to capture the spectacle. More than 50 fans, including technology lovers and reporters Hajo von Lüneburg, were on board to enjoy the historic journey along the Elbe. The route led over the Stations of Elster, Pretzsch and Prettin before the steamer in the historic city of Torgau , which is known for the handshake of 1945.

a piece of lively story

Shipping on the Elbe has a long tradition that goes back to the 19th century. Benjamín Schwenke and Friedrich Lange founded a steamship company in 1836, which laid the basics for passenger shipping in the region. The first regular timetables came about later, and even difficulties like low water could not harm the enthusiasm for steamship. Already in 1900 37 steamer from Dresden promoted 3.6 million passengers annually.

The Kaiser Wilhelm with its 57.20 meters in length and a maximum speed of 20.7 km/h, holds up to 270 passengers. From June 14, 2025, it will be used regularly as part of a varied timetable, including journeys to Dresden and Riesa . Exciting actions are planned on the coming weekends, such as the open ship in Dresden on June 15th and an enjoyable journey through the port of Hamburg on July 12th.

timetable and culinary highlights

The next trips of the wheel steamer Kaiser Wilhelm are well planned. An overview:

The steam experience not only offers a trip into the past, but also culinary delights. The daily dishes are carefully selected and promise an all -round successful experience.

This is how the Kaiser Wilhelm continues his journey and combines nostalgics with a lively story on the water. A piece of identity for the region that still inspires despite technical machinations and historical change. For everyone who has not yet experienced it: Now is the ideal time to get in and indulge in the charm of the Elbe.