MS Bootshaus Rodenkirchen

MS Bootshaus Rodenkirchen is a converted lignite freighter, now operating as a restaurant ship moored at Rodenkirchener Leinpfad on the banks of the Rhine in southern Cologne. The vessel seats up to 300 guests and features a sun terrace facing Cologne, as well as a separate hall for parties and events.

Boats can moor directly at the boathouse, where local boating guides note both permanent and a limited number of guest berths – though mooring and casting off in the current requires experience, as the Rhine's current and the suction from commercial shipping traffic can make the manoeuvre challenging. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during the winter season (November–February), while it is open Wednesday to Friday from 5pm to midnight and Saturday–Sunday from noon to midnight.

On board you'll find restaurant service with food and drinks, a large sun terrace, and a separate hall suited for celebrations, corporate events, weddings and birthdays. The nearest parking is the Sommershof car park (Barbarastraße 17-19), or alternatively the car park at Rewe Rodenkirchen (Gudrunstraße 6).

Within walking distance of the boathouse you'll find the historic Maternus Chapel dating back to the 8th century, the Rodenkirchener Autobahnbrücke, and the charming Rheinpromenade along the riverbank. The area is locally known as the "Cologne Riviera" and is a popular destination with views of the bustling river life. Moor up at the boathouse and take in the view of the Rhine from the sun terrace.