German school trips to Berlin are always a hit with students, but the vibrant German capital really is magical at Christmas time, making it a fantastic choice for your school trip to the German Christmas markets!
Home to 60 different Christmas markets, all of them with their own unique atmosphere, Berlin really does offer something for everyone. Why not try the Winterwelt in Potsdamer Platz, just outside the Sony Centre? This is one of the most popular Christmas markets in Berlin and features many stalls selling traditional seasonal gifts and cuisine, as well as Europe’s largest toboggan run and mobile ice rink.
Of course, you can combine your school trip to Berlin’s Christmas markets with a visit to the city’s many historical and cultural attractions, including the Brandenburg Gate and the Checkpoint Charlie Museum. Or team up with the school's history, art or design and technology department to make this trip cross-curricular.
Suggested Itinerary (4 days, 3 nights)
| Day | Morning Summary | Afternoon Summary | Evening Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Fly to Berlin Transfer to accommodation by S-Bahn |
Evening meal in accommodation followed by visit to Alexanderplatz and the TV Tower |
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| 2 |
Visit to Potsdamer Platz, Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag |
Visit to Checkpoint Charlie Museum |
Evening meal in accommodation
Visit to Winterwelt Christmas markets at Potsdamer Platz |
| 3 |
Visit to the Berlin Story Bunker |
Visit to Kaiser Wilhelm Gedächtniskirche and the Christmas market nearby |
Evening meal in accommodation
Visit to IMAX cinema |
| 4 |
Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial |
Transfer by S-Bahn to airport for flight back to the UK |
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- 3 nights' half-board accommodation
- Airport taxes and passenger duty at current rates
- ATOL protected return flights from the UK
- Comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Detailed information pack
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- Itinerary planning service
- Vamoos travel app - giving you access to all your trip documents on your phone or tablet
- VAT at current rates to tour operators
Curriculum Links
A-Level
- Festivals and traditions
- Aspects of German-speaking society
- Cultural heritage
- Individual research project opportunities
GCSE
- Food, drink and eating out
- Customs, celebrations and festivals
- Travel and tourism
- Understanding German culture and identity
Key Stage 3
- Exploring the town
- Food and drink
- Cultural traditions
Primary
- Exploring the town
- Food and drink
- Traditional crafts
- Festivals and celebrations
