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Christmas in the Black Forest by Rail
Join us on this wonderful festive holiday to the beautiful Black Forest! Travel in style by Eurostar and connecting rail to Strasbourg, checking into your hotel in the beautiful town of Freiburg in the Black Forest. Take the train to the small town of Villingen with its historical centre, beautiful half-timbered houses, romantic alleys and babbling brooks. Cross the border into the Alsace and the pretty town of Colmar, with its picturesque canal quarter. Visit the town of Riquewihr, where you may want to sample some of the beautiful Alsatian wines! Top this off with a ride on a vintage tram through delightful Freiburg and lunch in a local restaurant, and this is a festive break not to be missed!
Tour Includes
- Return Eurostar from London St. Pancras International to Paris
- Connecting rail travel
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 4 evening meals including 4-course festive buffets on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day
- Lunch in a local restaurant on Christmas Day
- Coach transfers for excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
5 days from £1,495pp
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We journey aboard the 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 the beautiful town of Freiburg, where we check in and enjoy our evening meal.
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After breakfast, we walk to the railway station and take the train to Villingen, where you’ll have time to explore the historical centre with its beautiful half-timbered houses, romantic alleys and babbling brooks. Delve into the past and take in the town wall with its mighty fortifications and gate towers. You can even enjoy the variety of the Baden and Swabian cuisine in one of the numerous restaurants and cafés. We return to the hotel for our 4-course Christmas Eve buffet meal this evening.
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Merry Christmas! After breakfast, we embark on a sightseeing tour of Freiburg on board a vintage tram. Freiburg's history, which dates back to the 11th century, is still apparent in the city’s historic buildings and picturesque narrow streets. The medieval Swabian Gate, the elaborate facades of the buildings and, of course, the Freiburg Cathedral strike an exciting contrast to the city’s modern, trail-blazing architecture. Take in the historic Old Town, and marvel at historic buildings such as the 16th-century Historical Merchants Hall with its eye-catching dark red intricately decorated façade.
After the tour, you’ll have some free time to explore before we enjoy an included lunch in a local restaurant. This evening, we gather in the hotel for our 4-course buffet meal.
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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 with 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, festive pastries and traditional confectioneries, are available for you to sample, giving a genuine taste of the region’s festive fare. We return to the hotel for our 4-course buffet dinner this evening.
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After breakfast, we transfer to Strasbourg for our return journey by rail back to London St. Pancras International.
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star superior Stadthotel Freiburg.
Stadthotel Freiburg Kolping Hotels & Resorts
This 3-star-superior hotel enjoys a peaceful yet central location, only 3 minutes' walk from Freiburg's historical Old Town with its many historical sights. The hotel offers cosy accommodation with pleasantly furnished and decorated rooms, a delicious breakfast buffet and a restaurant with fresh cuisine. Bedrooms feature flat-screen satellite TV, telephone, safe, minibar and a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
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- Telephone
- Free Wifi
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- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Gym
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- Restaurant
- WiFi Available
Holidays by Rail
Step aboard Eurostar at London St Pancras for a fast and comfortable journey to mainland Europe. On arrival in Paris, Amsterdam or Brussels, you will then join connecting services for your onward journey.
Overnight stays in Central London can be arranged as Eurostar departure times are generally early morning and return arrival in the evening, which our Holiday Advisors would be pleased to arrange.
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