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0115 9404 303School Christmas Markets trip to Düsseldorf
If you have already been to Aachen or Köln and fancy something a bit different then why not try Düsseldorf?
It is a similar distance to Köln, so there is no more travelling involved and the Christmas markets are not to be missed. The Marktplatz in front of the town hall hosts the most stalls, but the tempting scent of Glühwein (mulled wine) fills the air everywhere. Typical German Christmas gifts on sale include carved wooden nutcrackers from the Erzgebirge of Saxony and hand-blown glass from the Bavarian Forest. The festive atmosphere draws people to the streets seven days a week, keeping the winter gloom at bay and making for a delightful run-up to Christmas.
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Includes:
- 1 night half board accommodation
- Return executive coach travel (TV/Video/WC/Seatbelts)
- Return ferry/Eurotunnel crossings
- Free staff place ratio 1:8
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- Free itinerary planning service
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample Itinerary
Example AccommodationDüsseldorf Christmas Market
Düsseldorf's annual Christmas market draws visitors from all over Germany as well as from neighbouring countries. The specialities on offer include freshly baked gingerbread and marzipan bread. A must for children of all ages!
Sightseeing Tour
Take a walking tour through Düsseldorf's old town. You will see the place where today's state capital had its origins more than 700 years ago. Meet the stream which gave the city its name, the 'Düssel', and get acquainted with the city's history at the Stadterhebungsmonument (monument to Düsseldorf getting granted privileges of a town).Tours are also available by coach either in you...
Rhine Tower
The Rheinturm tower stands at 240.5 metres tall. It is a telecommunications tower, opened in 1981, located close to the city centre. Visitors can take a high-speed elevator to the viewing area at 170 metres, in which you will have the best views of Düsseldorf and the surrounding areas. Also one level up is a revolving restaurant in which you can enjoy the views over a meal. The tower boasts t...
Aquazoo - Löbbecke Museum
The Löbbecke Museum and aquarium is home to over 550 species of fish, reptiles, mammals and insects. Containing 80 aquariums, a tropical greenhouse, numerous insect cabinets and a fantastic section about the evolution of man. This is one of the region's most impressive natural history resources.
Ice Skating
Ice Skating is always a popular activity and is fun for all ages. Why not make an afternoon or evening visit to Düsseldorf's Eisporthalle. The ice skating hall has its own disco and ice hockey facilities.
Cosmo Bowling
With thirty modern lanes, bowling is a popular break for our school groups. Why not take an evening out and enjoy a game. At Cosmo Bowling there is a cafe where groups can buy a snack and in the summer months a sun terrace to relax and enjoy a drink. You can even have a game of pool after bowling.
Swimming - Freizeitbad Düsselstrand
This indoor swimming pool is an ideal evening activity. It consists of a modern 25 metre pool with childrens’ pool, a sauna area and slides. Swimming is a popular activity for groups of all ages.
KD Boat Cruise
Soak up the Christmas atmosphere on board a cruise ship. Cruise around Düsseldorf during the festive period for either an hour or 2 hours. On the longer cruise, enjoy music, traditional German food and lots and lots of Christmas cheer!
| Morning | Afternoon | Evening | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depart school previous evening | |||
| Day 1 | Arrive Düsseldorf. Visit the Rhine tower, followed by a visit to the Christmas market | Take a festive boat cruise around the Media Harbour | Transfer to YH for Dinner |
| Day 2 | Explore the Altstadt by foot and visit the 450 m² outdoor ice rink on Gustaf-Gründgens-Platz followed by Kaffee und Kuchen in a local cafe | Depart and travel back to Calais for channel crossing | Arrive back at school |
DJH Düsseldorf
As this hostel was completely renovated in 2007, all rooms are light and modern. Students will be accommodated in multi-bedded rooms, all of which are en suite. Adults and Group Leaders will be in either twin or single rooms (single room supplement will apply). There are several seminar and conference rooms,a bistro and garden patio, leisure and table tennis room and 2 luggage rooms
