(sprÉªÅ) vb, springs, springing, sprang, sprung or sprung. 1. to move or cause to move suddenly upwards or forward in a single motion. 2. to release or be released from a forced position by elastic force: the bolt sprang back. 3. (tr) to leap or jump over.
A Rhine River cruise is a heady experience indeed. Prepare to see ancient castles and lush vineyards, explore the winding streets of sleepy medieval villages, revel in the historic grandeur of lovely old cities like Strasbourg and Koblenz and enjoy the buzz of vibrant, modern ones like Cologne and Basel.
Situated on the Rhine River, Cologneâs historic importance resulted from its location at the crossing of major European trade routes. Today, it remains one of Europeâs major river ports. It is the largest city in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and the fourth largest city in Germany.