Germany Family | Mosel Valley
Trip Length: 7 days/6 nights
Price: $2,698 ($580 single supplement) Children: $2,158 to $2,428
Dates:
Jun 29 2013 - Jul 05 2013
Aug 03 2013 - Aug 09 2013
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Germany Family | Mosel Valley Itinerary
(Host City: Trier, Germany / Koblenz, Germany (LUX))Day 1: Trier
Day 2: Trier
Day 3: Neumagen
Day 4: Zeltingen
Day 5: Cochem
Day 6: Koblenz
Day 7: Koblenz (departure)
Quotes From the Field:
“The quaint village of Bernkastel, chock full of half-timbered houses, is great fun for shopping. Be sure to try a glass of the local wine, Bernkasteler Doktor, named after a prince who was cured from his illness after drinking it.”
Kavya Bisz - ALA Guide
Germany Family Vacations
From wine villages to medieval wonders: the Mosel Valley wows parents and kids alike
Explore imperial cities, majestic castles, whimsical gardens and ancient Roman artifacts on this seven-day family adventure along the gentle, meandering path of the Mosel River.
- Wander the streets of the 2,000-year-old imperial city of Trier
- Explore traditional half-timbered houses in the lively town of Bernkastel
- Explore the remains of a Roman villa in Longuich
- Laugh and learn alongside a local guide as you walk the streets of Neumagen, Germany’s oldest wine village
- Hike into the forest to the fairytale Burg Eltz Castle
- Explore the Middle Mosel Museum, a baroque villa turned museum in Trarbach that displays an example of the wealthy patrician lifestyle during the 18th and 19th centuries
- Climb to the ruins of Metternich Castle, perched above the town of Beilstein
- Indulge in a plate of Germany’s famous apple strudel and relax in the comfort of your hotel as you take in the magic of the Mosel’s timeless charm
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Distinctive Accommodations:
7 days/6 nightsNights 1 & 2: Hotel Eurener Hof
Originally a country inn, Hotel Eurener Hof is now a first class hotel. Four generations later, it still offers a friendly atmosphere and personalized service. Its traditional architecture has been restored time and again by master craftsmen using natural materials such as hewn stone, wood and natural substances and textiles.
Night 3: Hotel zur Post
Set beautifully on the Mosel River to the far west of Germany, zur Post provides a good base from which to visit the nearby towns and villages. Enjoy elegant accommodations with modern facilities surrounded by vineyards and forests.
Night 4: Hotel St-Stephanus
Close to the historical market place, Hotel St-Stephanus is set in the midst of the sunny, picture-perfect landscape of the Mittelmosel Zeltingen Rachtig. Besides elegant accommodations, you will also enjoy succulent dishes from the first-class gourmet kitchen.
Night 5: Hotel Kessler-Meyer
Located close to the center of town, Hotel Kessler-Meyer, offers many relaxation options such as a cozy terrace, swimming pool with sauna, whirlpool and Roman steam-bath. It’s also minutes from beautiful, narrow streets full of shops, galleries and restaurants.
Night 6: Hotel Mercure
A four-star hotel, Hotel Mercure is located right on the Rhine river in the city center of Koblenz. Here you will enjoy all the conveniences and comfort you expect with exceptional accommodations and a cordial and attentive staff.
A few more reasons why you've gotta go…
1. The castles: Germany is packed with princely palaces, each with a long and thrilling history echoing through its halls and chambers.
2. St. Castor’s Church: Founded in the year 836 AD, it’s the oldest church in Koblenz. It has magnificent towers, many beautiful flowers and a fountain where Napoleon used to let his horses drink.
3. The Ludwig Museum: It houses a great collection of works from Pop Art, Abstract and Surrealism and has one of the largest Picasso collections in Europe.
4. The Mosel Wine Route: It’s a region full of natural beauty, wineries, fantastic historic sites, fine dining and quiet, romantic places.
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