Are you looking for a special idea to celebrate your birthday in Berlin? Whether it’s a boat tour on the Spree, a winter lights tour, a penthouse dinner or a large party location – here you will find suitable concepts and locations for different numbers of guests and occasions.
- 15 years of experience
- 7 rafts and 1 ship
- 3 fixed event locations
- Individual concepts
- Excellent service
- High-quality catering
9 birthday ideas for your party in Berlin
Celebrate your birthday in Berlin on the Spree
If you have guests from out of town (or would like to experience Berlin in a new way yourself), a sightseeing tour on the water is a real hit. While the city passes you by, you can toast with a drink, enjoy good food and have time to talk – without changing locations, without any program stress. Highlights, photo moments and a panoramic view of Berlin are automatically included. This turns your birthday into an experience that feels like a short vacation in the middle of the city.
Relaxed trip into the countryside – with brunch or menu
For all those who prefer to celebrate their birthday in a quiet, stylish and enjoyable way: Drive out towards Müggelsee or into the Berlin countryside and simply leave everyday life behind you. An extended brunch, a buffet or a fine menu makes the tour a culinary highlight – perfect for round birthdays, family celebrations or anyone who prefers a toast to dancing. The best thing is that you sit together, surrounded by water and nature – and the atmosphere is relaxed all by itself.
Excursion with action: boat trip with anchor stop
Summer birthdays should feel like a little vacation – and that’s exactly what an anchor stop is ideal for (where permitted). First a leisurely ride, music on, drinks chilled – and then: into the water, SUP on deck, soak up some sun and laugh, snack and toast in between. This is the perfect mix of event and leisure, especially for groups who want to experience something without having to plan the whole day.
Theme party on the boat
A theme immediately gives the party character – and it looks even more special on a boat. Whether it’s a white party (dress code “all in white”), 90s, casino night, maritime-elegant or “Sundowner & Beats”: with the right decorations, playlist or DJ and perhaps even signature drinks, a real event feeling is created in no time at all. The beauty of it: the city provides the backdrop, the water keeps things moving – and the party automatically looks extraordinary, even if the concept is kept simple.
Quiz tour through Berlin
When different generations or very different groups of friends come together, games are a wonderful way to get the party flowing on the boat trip. A little music quiz, guessing questions, city lotto (“who will be the first to discover…?” – matching the sights on the shore) or card and board games provide conversation and lots of shared laughter without it feeling like a program. Particularly charming: games can be incorporated at any time on the boat – completely relaxed between meals, drinks and the view of Berlin, while the next scenery is already passing by.
Birthdays in winter: A trip with lights in a heated boat
Cold outside, cozy inside – and Berlin aglow with lights: a winter cruise is one of the most atmospheric ways to celebrate a birthday. With heating, winter decorations, warm drinks and good food, the boat tour becomes a floating winter lounge. Ideal if you want something special but don’t fancy crowded restaurants or the typical pub night.
Celebrate your birthday in the penthouse – cook together
For smaller groups, a penthouse evening is often just the right mix of private and special. Cooking together, clinking glasses, eating in peace, music on, conversation, maybe a drink on the terrace later – it feels like a private party deluxe. Especially if you value atmosphere, good taste and a high-quality setting, this is a great alternative to a restaurant or party room.
Exclusive party in the AQUA courtyards
If you want a bigger birthday – with a dance floor, bar feeling and a real Berlin event vibe – the AQUA-Höfe are a great option. The industrial look has an urban and high-quality feel, while the setting offers enough space for dinner, drinks and a party that doesn’t end at 10 pm. Depending on the area, the party can be more elegant or more clubby – ideal for anyone looking for a location that makes an impression without being stiff.
Location for a birthday party by the water
Perhaps you only want to spend part of the party in a fixed location? In this case, Dock 10 with its own jetty is the perfect choice. With up to 150 guests, you can eat, dance and simply enjoy the day here on a large sun terrace and in a function room.
You can party here until the early hours of the morning, guests can come and go as they please.
Canoes and stand-up paddle boards are also available here.
This is Hauptstadtfloß
Hauptstadtfloß stands for special experiences, especially on and along the Spree – and for organizing events in such a way that you as the host can simply enjoy them. We hire out boats and ships, including skippers and service staff, as well as several locations for private parties and events in Berlin and Brandenburg, combining maritime flair with professional planning, reliable service and a high standard of quality.
Whether it’s a relaxed sightseeing tour, a sundowner cruise or an exuberant party: we work with you to develop a coherent concept, take care of the schedule, route and details and offer high-quality on-board catering from our in-house Spree kitchen on request. This turns every trip into an event that feels personal – and yet is perfectly organized.
Enjoy your party while our staff take care of your physical well-being. With our in-house catering, we offer you high-quality food and drinks for every taste.
And you can also celebrate with us in the great outdoors on cooler days: during the winter season, our boats are transformed into cozy, heated locations with winter decorations and cuddly accessories.
Would you like to combine the boat tour with an activity on land, e.g. a visit to the Mercedes-Benz Arena, the Yaam, the Admiral’s Palace or the Pergamon Museum? Just ask us about possible routes and stops!
On sunny days, you can enjoy the party on the sun deck and switch to the indoor area at any time if it rains. This means you can plan whatever the weather.
No matter whether you want to celebrate in a small group or with extended family and friends: Our boats offer space for 8 to 120 people.
Our experienced team carries out more than 1,000 trips in the Berlin-Brandenburg region throughout the year and organizes unforgettable events for you. After all, we are more than just a shipping company: we are also event professionals, entertainers and caterers all in one. See for yourself!
Contact us directly now and book one of our event locations for your birthday in Berlin or Brandenburg!
Our fleet at a glance
Raft Horst
Raft Horst
Raft Christel
Raft Christel
Event ship Arcona
Event ship Arcona
Lounge raft III
Lounge raft III
Capital city raft II
Capital city raft II
Lounge raft II
Lounge raft II
Capital city raft I
Capital city raft I
Lounge raft I
Lounge raft I
Event ship Gustav
Event ship Gustav
Ships for more than 80 people
Ships for more than 80 people
Booking procedure with Hauptstadtfloß
1. Kontaktaufnahme
Sie erreichen uns über unser Kontaktformular, per Telefon oder persönlich vor Ort. Wir stehen Ihnen für all Ihre Fragen zur Verfügung.
2. Individuelles Angebot
Nach einer ersten Absprache erstellen wir Ihnen ein individuelles Angebot und schlagen Ihnen passende Boote zur Miete in Berlin vor.
3. Boot oder Schiff buchen
Wir melden uns bei Ihnen um Ihren Wunschtermin, sowie die Verfügbarkeit des Boots zu bestätigen.
4. Finale Absprache
Vier Wochen vor Ihrem Event klären wir mit Ihnen die letzten Details: Servicepersonal, Catering (inkl. Getränke), Schiffsroute und sonstige Details.
5. Event genießen
Sobald der Tag Ihrer Veranstaltung gekommen ist, können Sie sich zurücklehnen und mit Ihren Gästen eine ausgelassene Feier genießen.
Enquire now about daily prices and availability of our rafts without obligation!
Catering for a birthday party
What would a birthday party be without good food and an exquisite selection of drinks? Our in-house catering company Spreeküche will delight you with its particularly fresh, high-quality and creative creations. Our pastry chef can also bake your birthday cake on request and spoil you with sweet treats. If you like barbecuing, we recommend our barbecue with many delicious grill specialties. Discover our extensive catering offer and find the right arrangement for your party.
Haben Sie noch Fragen?
Rufen Sie uns einfach an. Wir freuen uns darauf, Sie beim Planen Ihres Events zu unterstützen:
Sie haben uns nicht erreicht? Gerne rufen wir Sie persönlich zurück. Hinterlassen Sie uns einfach Ihre Telefonnummer. Alternativ können Sie auch unser Anfrageformular nutzen. Wir erstellen Ihnen schnellstmöglich ein unverbindliches Angebot.
Ob Sie ein Grillboot für Ihre Familienfeier suchen, ein elegantes Loungefloß für Ihr Businessevent oder eine ausgefallene Eventlocation für Ihre Traumhochzeit – bei Hauptstadtfloß sind Sie genau richtig.
Sie können mit 8 oder 150 Personen feiern, am oder auf dem Wasser, klassisch elegant oder nostalgisch rustikal. Wir haben für jeden Anlass die passende Location.
Rufen Sie uns jetzt an und buchen Sie ihr Traumevent!
How long in advance should I book my event location?
Please enquire up to 12 days before the planned raft trip or your event. However, the rule here is: the earlier, the better. Especially at Christmas time and in the summer months, we are sometimes fully booked very quickly. It also depends on the nature of your event. Larger celebrations should always be planned a little further in advance.
Does your catering also offer birthday cakes?
Yes, we have our own pastry chef who can bake a birthday cake to your taste.
How many guests fit on your boats?
Our lounge rafts are perfect for small birthday parties: our lounge raft I can accommodate 20 guests, our lounge raft II up to 25 and our lounge raft II up to 24. Our capital rafts 1 and 2 as well as Christel and Horst can each accommodate 35 guests. If you are expecting a larger party, we recommend our event raft for up to 70 people.
Do you also take care of the right decorations?
Yes, our event professionals can take care of the interior design and create the right ambience. Simply contact us and we will tell you what is possible and what you may have to take care of yourself.
