some river cruises to think about

http://www.vikingrivercruises.com.au/rivercruises/europe-moselle-main-nuremberg-germany-2012/itinerary.aspx

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a three day Christmas market cruise with Euro River Cruises.

Stops at a number of market towns and there are guided walking tours plus exploration time. Looks AWESOME.

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http://www.germanyrivercruises.com/river_cruise.cfm?npid=27071&nhr=1

Nuremberg to Frankfurt, 6 days, Christmas markets

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a travel diary
http://www.rediff.com/travel/1996/2311rhi1.htm

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