Christmas market school trips to Berlin, Germany
Looking to give your history, art or German trip a little extra dazzle? Travel in the festive season for a spectacular Christmas market trip.
- Nov-Dec
- Optional workbooks
Overview
Christmas markets are culturally German, so what better way to get the authentic Weihnachten experience than to take a Christmas market school trip to Berlin?! Each year as the festive season rolls in, over 100 Christmas markets pop up across Berlin, illuminating the city in a sea of twinkling lights. Now, you don't need to choose from all of those, instead, take a look at our recommendations for the best Christmas markets to visit in Berlin for school groups in the Excursions tab.
Berlin, a hub of European history, is already a top school trip destination with plentiful attractions relating to WWII & The Cold War. Present-day, the city is an exciting epicentre of media, art & culture—and we've suggested the top visits for your art students.
Want to make the most of your time in the German capital? We can extend this flexible package from a standard 3-day trip to a 4-day trip. We can also provide each of your students with a Berlin-themed German language workbook if you're taking a language trip. Just let us know when submitting your quote request.
Itinerary
Day 1
- Fly to Berlin then board the coach transfer to central Berlin accommodation.
- Enjoy your first inclusive dinner at your accommodation or a local restaurant
- Wrap up warm then enjoy some evening leisure for example going up the TV tower
Day 2
- Eat your breakfast
- Now enjoy some day sightseeing for example the Berlin wall, Checkpoint Charlie and loads more
- Finish your unforgettable day with the Christmas markets in the late evening
- Eat dinner at the accommodation or have the option to eat out at the markets
Day 3 - (Optional)
- Eat your breakfast
- And much like Day 2 visit some different attractions like: Ku'damm market to shop or the East side gallery
- Followed by a trip to the Christmas markets where you can choose to eat or enjoy dinner at the Berlin accommodation
Day 4
- Relax on the coach to the airport
- Then board the short flight back to England
Location
Berlin’s superb public transport infrastructure makes the city straightforward to navigate for groups and the abundance of sites and visits will engage and bring history, language or art to life for your students.
Accommodation and flights tend to be cheapest in the off-peak November and December season but with a vast choice of flights available, you can save a lot by being flexible on your dates. If you travel in December you're sure to feel festive as the Christmas markets begin to pop up in the city but you'll want to pack your hats and scarves! The weather in Berlin varies with the lowest -1 in January and 2° in December.
Excursions
Gendarmenmarkt
Gendarmenmarkt is a fantastic choice if you're staying central. Over 800,000 visitors are drawn here each year for its top artisanal offerings & festive delights. Note that the Christmas market will be held in the nearby Bebelplatz for the 2024 season.
Spandau
If you don't mind heading a little further out via public transport, your group is certain to be enchanted by the Christmas market at Spandau. The largest market in Berlin, there's even a nativity scene with live animals. You'll also want to factor in a few hours exploring the surrounding old town.
Berliner Fernsehturm
Enjoy the mesmerising views from the TV Tower in Berlin, regarded as a unmissable part of any trip to Berlin. Soaring 368 metres into the sky its the cities most visible landmark and with a viewing platform reaching 203 metres enjoy the breathtaking Berlin skyline.
Bauhaus Archive Museum of Design
For anyone with an interest in architecture, design or art, the Bauhaus archive will tell you a story that will fascinate and inspire. The Bauhaus movement was possibly the most important in the school of architecture over the whole of the 20th Century and so is unmissable for art and design students.
Checkpoint Charlie Museum
The Checkpoint Charlie Museum is named after the famous crossing point on the Berlin Wall, which was supposedly the "best border security system in the world". Students can learn about the ingenious ways people snuck across the border and some interesting stories about spies in the war.
Futurium
Futurium gives pupils a look into the future and how the environmental, technological and societal landscapes could change. Wander through the exhibitions, which examine how we will live, work and coexist in the decades to come while offering solutions to a more sustainable future.
Berlin Wall Memorial
This is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall, built-in 1961 by the Soviet Government to prevent residents of East Berlin migrating to the more prosperous West Berlin. Today you can still see the remnants of the wall, which was finally torn down in 1989, a watchtower and “Death strip”, where many attempted escapes ended fatally.
Included
Our Christmas market Berlin school trips include:
- Board and lodging
- German language activity workbook (for language groups)
- Free teacher to student ratio approx 1:8 (coach trips) / approx 1:10 (air groups)
- 24-hour emergency support
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Assistance with inspection visits
Extras to budget for:
- Tickets to attractions
- School to airport transfers and meals en route (if required)
- Visa charges and supplements for small parties, single rooms and additional adults
- Local tourist taxes which can only be paid in cash to the hotel
- Hotel damage deposits
From
£425 pp
3 days/2 nights
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Christmas market teacher case study
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