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Aachen is within easy reach for a short break and the highlight of the winter season is the famous Christmas Markets.
Every year during the festive season the streets of Aachen are transformed with magical lights, festive sounds and seductive smells. Make sure you and your group don't leave Aachen without trying the famous Printen. These delicacies are distributed all over the world by Aachen bakeries, however, in Aachen itself they are oven fresh and taste particularly delicious!
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Includes:
- Return coach travel
- Return channel crossings
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Detailed information pack
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Motorway tolls and taxes
- VAT
Suggested Activities
Sample ItineraryAachen Cathedral
Built in the ninth century by the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, Aachen's cathedral has been the focus of the city's public life ever since. The treasury next door houses fantastic relics of Charlemagne and other works of art from Germany's past.
Alt Aachener Kaffeestuben
Hans-Peter and Ursula welcome our school groups to their café, located in a historic building in the heart of Aachen, for hearty, traditional German breakfasts and lunches or Kaffee and Kuchen after a tough afternoon shopping at the Christmas Market.
Aachen Christmas Market
Held in the market place in the shadow of the ancient cathedral, Aachen'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!
Guided Tour of Aachen
Enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides from Aachen's tourist office will give you an insider's view of the medieval heart of their city. The tour lasts an hour and a half, but can be lengthened if you prefer.
Elizabeth Halle Swimming
Aachen's original 1920's Jugendstil indoor swimming pool is another popular choice for school groups. There are two separate pools which may be booked
InterBowling Aachen
With eleven fully-automated lanes, bowling is a popular break for our school groups from the rigours of the school tour. Bowling is a great activity for groups of all ages.
Lindt Chocolate Factory Outlet
Why not stock up on some cut-price chocolates on your visit to Aachen. The factory shop sells this high quality chocolate at much better prices than elsewhere.
Ludwig Forum for International Art
The Ludwig Forum for International Art is more than just a museum. It provides above all a setting in which different forms of contemporary art are presented. These forms of art also interact. Changing presentations from the collection and exhibitions include both famous and lesser-known works of art from all over the world. The spectrum of visual arts is complemented by demonstrations of performi...
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Previous evening depart school and travel to Dover/Folkestone for channel crossing |
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| Day 1 | Arrive Aachen and enjoy breakfast in a traditional cafe. Get to know the town by taking a walking tour. Explore the Christmas Markets followed by lunch in a local cafe or from the many food stalls on the markets. | Vist the cathedral and treasury followed by Kaffee und Kuchen in a traditional German cafe |
Depart and travel back to Calais |
| Early morning arrive back at school |
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