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15:54
Sit at Canal Grande with a drink. This Italian spot sits right on the Rhine, offering an unobstructed view westward as you wait for the light to shift.
16:54
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light peaks just before 17:00, casting a warm glow over the river and the historic buildings along the bank.
17:54
Stay for a late meal at extro. Open until midnight, it is a reliable spot for a relaxed dinner after the sunset view.
Local tip
Canal Grande is open Tue-Sat from 18:00 and Sun/holidays from 18:00. Ensure you arrive before 17:00 on weekdays or 17:00 on weekends to catch the golden light before the kitchen fully transitions to dinner service. extro is open daily until 24:00.
Check before you go
- Canal Grande hours: Tue-Sat 18:00-23:00, Sun/holidays 12:00-14:00 and 18:00-23:00.
- extro hours: Mo-Su 10:00-24:00.
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