Metal Queen Doro Pesch starts legendary ship tour from Cologne!

Metal Queen Doro Pesch starts legendary ship tour from Cologne!

On May 31, 2025, Doro Pesch, known as the “Queen of Metal”, will start her first own Metal Queen Metal Cruise. The event takes place on the Rhine and the MS Rheinmagie in Cologne serves as the venue. The metal legend, who can look back on an impressive 40-year stage career, has celebrated numerous successes with her band Warlock and as a solo artist during these years. Now she wants to delight her fans with her music in a special way.

The Metal Cruise extends over two days, with events on May 31st and June 1st, 2025. The motto is “Full steam ahead!”, which already indicates the energetic program. Entry for regular ticket holders begins at 5:30 p.m., while VIP guests are allowed on board at 5:00 p.m. and even receive an exclusive “gift bag”. The number of participants is limited to 1,500 fans, which promises an intimate atmosphere. It starts at 7:00 p.m. with a best-of set that will present many old treasures from Doro's extensive work.

Special highlights of the Metal Queen Metal Cruise

During the Metal Cruise, Doro's music won't be the only focus. A support act, which is still unknown, will provide additional entertainment for the audience. In addition, exclusive and limited merchandise will be offered that will only be available during the event. The event is presented by ROCK ANTENNE.

Doro Pesch recently demonstrated her versatility at the Wacken Open Air 2023, where she will be on stage. The festival, which takes place from August 2-5, 2023, previously faced a visitor stop due to heavy rain, but Doro, who rose to the top of the metal scene in the '80s with Warlock, promised to create unforgettable moments again. With her impressive stage presence, she is accompanied by prominent musicians such as Hansi Kürsch from Blind Guardian, Udo Dirkschneider from U.D.O. and Joey Belladonna from Anthrax.

Doro Pesch has visited Wacken, considered unique and known for its heart and passion, numerous times and at the sold-out festival with 85,000 visitors will once again follow in the footsteps of her successful career, which has been intertwined with more than 200 concerts on several stages at the top of the metal scene.

The Metal Queen Metal Cruise promises to be another highlight in Doro's career. Ticket buyers can look forward to two unforgettable evenings full of music, passion and metal.

You can find more information about the event details here and at Wacken 2023 here.