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Boat Schools in Köln

The Rhine is one of Europe's busiest waterways – and Cologne sits right in the middle. Boat schools in Cologne offer training on the Rhine and surrounding lakes. The inland boat licence is required here above 15 HP.

Waterways in Köln

Köln offers access to: Rhine, numerous old arms, Fühlinger See and adjacent canals.

SBF Inland
Required for rivers, canals and lakes above 15 HP.
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Boat Schools in Köln

Here are 4 boat schools in Köln that offer boat licence training.

Segeln macht Spaß

Rheinauhafen, Köln

SBF BinnenSBF SeeSKS
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PRIME YACHTING

Aachener Str. 1049, 50858 Köln

SBF BinnenSBF SeeSRCUBI
Website 0221 42353624

nautiCLUB Bootsschule

Köln-Sülz / Rodenkirchen

SBF BinnenSBF See
Website

Bootsführerschein NRW

Höninger Weg 115, 50969 Köln

SBF BinnenSBF See
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Exams in Köln

DMYV and DSV exams are held regularly in Cologne and the surrounding area.

Theory exam
30 multiple-choice questions (SBF Inland: 45 min, SBF Coastal: 60 min incl. navigation).
Practical exam
On-water manoeuvres: docking, turning, stopping and man-overboard. Plus knots.
Exam bodies
Exams are administered by the DMYV (German Motor Yacht Association) or the DSV (German Sailing Association).

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Frequently asked questions about Köln

Can I navigate the Rhine near Cologne without a licence?

Only with boats under 15 HP. Above 15 HP, the SBF Inland licence is required. The Rhine is a heavily trafficked waterway – experience and knowledge are especially important here.

How much does a boat licence cost in Cologne?

Exam fees: approx. €130. Boat schools in Cologne typically charge €450–650 for a full course. Study the theory with BoatPass for €9.99.

Further reading

→ All boat school cities → Learn SBF Inland with BoatPass → Learn SBF Coastal with BoatPass → What does the boat licence cost? → SBF exam: how theory and practice work → All German boating licences at a glance

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