The river Rhine and Moselle Valley boasts historic castles, Gothic churches, chocolate factories and the thrilling Phantasialand theme park. Easily accessible by coach, this is an ideal flight-free school trip to Cologne for an unforgettable tour of history, language, culture and fun.
Running through Cologne, the river Rhine lends its name to one of the most popular regions of Germany, renowned for its historic castles, Gothic churches and vineyards nestled on top of steep valleys. The Moselle Valley offers more of the same but in an even more tranquil environment. The region provides a superb selection of excursions and visits for your school trip and your group is certain to be immersed in a different culture.
There is an exciting opportunity to show your students a real mix of the rural Rhine and Moselle regions and the buzzing cities of Cologne, Koblenz and the quaint traditional town of Boppard, unparalleled in history and charm. Or bring your school choir to perform in stunning venues across the region on our popular music tour.
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This theme park is a popular choice with teachers because there is something to suit every student. There are six different themed areas with rides and attractions to suit all ages and sure to keep your group entertained.
Boppard is a beautiful traditional town that lies in the Rhine Gorge. The best way to see the town is by hopping on the mini-train for a 30-minute tour past the remains of Boppard's fortifying walls dating back to the Roman era and the Middle Ages, past the Romanesque and Gothic Parish Church of St. Severus and the Carmelite Church, and many other historic places of interest.
The Cologne Cathedral is a World Heritage Site and is renowned as a symbol of German Catholicism. You can go inside for free, it is also possible to visit the tower and the treasury for a small fee.
Learn about the interesting history of German sports at Cologne's Sports and Olympic Museum. A particularly interesting exhibit details the controversies around Berlin's 1936 Olympic games. There's even a football pitch on the rooftop!
School kids and chocolate? A match made in heaven! Have your very own Charlie Bucket moment and take a guided tour through Cologne's chocolate museum, you'll even be able to taste the chocolate fountain.
For those not afraid of heights, this chairlift is a must-try. Great for a spot of sightseeing, you will ascend over the forests of Niederwald and get a panoramic view of the Rhine valley and its river.
Take a self-guided tour of this 14th century castle, its grounds and gardens. The castle's turret overlooks the Rhine River and is a fantastic vantage point.
There's no better way to experience the rivers than to cruise along them. We can arrange a boat cruise from the Rhine, Moselle or Cologne to best suit your itinerary. Cruises typically last 60 - 75 minutes.
This quirky little museum contains over 350 examples of mechanised musical instruments. It's something a bit different and could certainly only be found in Germany!
When visiting this chapel, you can walk in the surrounding vineyards that overlook the Niederwalddenkmal monument and the river Rhine.
With a history that dates back to the early 12th Century, Marksburg Castle is a perfect example of the Rhineland's signature gothic and fairy-tale scene. It includes a keep, gun battery, gothic hall and torture chamber complete with instruments of punishment. Set high on a hill, it boasts spectacular views of the Rhine valley and it is also the only hill castle in the Rhineland that has never been destroyed.
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