Strasbourg & Black Forest Christmas Markets By Rail
Strasbourg & Black Forest Christmas Markets By Rail
$1386
Strasbourg & Black Forest Christmas Markets By Rail
5 Days
Visiting: London St. Pancras International – Strasbourg, Villingen, Höllentalbahn Railway & Freiburg Christmas Market, Triberg & Gengenbach, Colmar Guided Tour & Riquewihr, Strasbourg – London St. Pancras International
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Tour code:
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Tour Overview
Join us in exploring the magical Christmas markets of Strasbourg and Germany’s beautiful Black Forest on this wonderful holiday by rail!
Itinerary
Day 1 London St. Pancras International – Strasbourg
Location: London St. Pancras International – Strasbourg
We journey aboard Eurostar from London St. Pancras International to Paris and continue by high-speed rail to Strasbourg. On arrival, you’ll be transferred by coach to Strasbourg Christmas Markets. You’ll have time to wander around, enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere, and pick up gifts of every kind. After some free time, we transfer by coach to our hotel where we enjoy a welcome drink and dinner tonight.
Day 2 Villingen, Höllentalbahn Railway & Freiburg Christmas Market
Location: Villingen, Höllentalbahn Railway & Freiburg Christmas Market
After breakfast, we board the coach which will take us to the small town of Villingen. Here you’ll have time to explore the historical centre with its beautiful half-timbered houses, romantic alleys and babbling brooks. We continue to Donaueschingen where we will board the Höllentalbahn Railway for a scenic journey to Freiburg. The Höllentalbahn is one of the best ways to discover Germany's famous Black Forest in all its fairytale glory. The 46-mile route curls in and out of the forest and its highlights include the Ravenna Gorge and the Hirchsprungfelsen rock formation.
On arrival in Freiburg will we enjoy a walking tour of the city with a local guide before some free time to wander around the highlights of the Christmas market. We return to the hotel for dinner this evening.
Day 3 Triberg & Gengenbach
Location: Triberg & Gengenbach
We travel by coach to Triberg, which is famous for its cuckoo clocks and its location next to Germany’s highest waterfall. We enjoy a guided visit to the cuckoo clock museum followed by a piece of Black Forest gateau (Schwarzwald cake) at a local café.
Afterwards, we continue by coach to the village Gengenbach to see the world's largest Advent Calendar. The 24 windows of the Town Hall are each decorated with a festive scene and a window is revealed every evening during Advent. You’ll have some free time to take in the magnificent Christmas scents and festive atmosphere whilst you stroll around this romantic town. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Day 4 Colmar Guided Tour & Riquewihr
Location: Colmar Guided Tour & Riquewihr
Today we travel by coach over the border to the Alsace and to the pretty town of Colmar where we will enjoy a guided walking tour. The centre of Colmar sits on the Lauch River and was the last town in France to be freed after the second World War. Today Colmar is one of the prettiest towns in the Alsace, with half-timbered and brightly coloured houses sitting on cobbled lanes and picturesque canal quarter.
Later, we continue to the small, picturesque town of Riquewihr which is illuminated by festive lights, casting a warm glow on its medieval architecture. The town’s rich history and winemaking tradition add to the seasonal charm, ensuring a special experience for visitors. Additionally, local culinary specialties, such as Alsatian wines and festive pastries and traditional confectioneries, are available for you to sample, giving a genuine taste of the region’s festive fare. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Day 5 Strasbourg – London St. Pancras International
Location: Strasbourg – London St. Pancras International
After breakfast, we transfer to Strasbourg for our return journey by rail back to London St. Pancras International.
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights on a half-board basis at the 3-star Castle Hotel Schloss Hornberg.
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
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Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.