Christmas Markets Trips to Rhineland

Cologne Cathedral

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This iconic cathedral, a World Heritage Site, dominates the skyline. The cathedral has a rich history spanning over 700 years and serves as a symbol of Cologne's resilience, having survived wars, natural disasters, and political changes. Learning about the cathedral's history offers insights into Germany's cultural heritage and religious traditions.

Whether you call in to take a look around self guided or pre-book a guided tour in German or English to give you more information on the history of the building, it’s a must for everyone who visits Cologne. 

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Imhoff Stollwerk Chocolate Museum

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The museum provides insight into the history and cultural significance of chocolate, both globally and within Germany. Your students can take a tour of the museum, then watch the chocolate making process before trying some samples, allowing students to explore the sensory aspects of chocolate, including its taste, aroma, and texture. You may also like to stay for traditional Kaffee und Kuchen in the museum cafe afterwards. 

Overall, visiting the Imhoff-Stollwerck Chocolate Museum on a German school trip offers a fun and educational experience that combines history, culture, and culinary arts in an engaging and memorable way.

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The Alter Markt

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This is a great market for children. There’s a carousel ride, puppet show, Santa’s grotto and lots of toy stalls. This is where you’ll find the Heinzelmännchen, the legendary gnomes who are said to do the work at night. 

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The Christmas Express

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The Cologne Bimmelbahn Christmas Express takes you through the city of Cologne to see the sights whilst travelling from one Christmas Market to the next. Stops include the Cathedral, Alter Markt, Neumarkt and the Chocolate Museum. The train runs every 15 minutes

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The Neumarkt

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This is Cologne’s oldest market, known as the market of Angels. Its located close to the main shopping area of Cologne and tends to offer more high quality goods. The chalets are designed with a ‘stars at night’ theme.

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The Rudolfplatz

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This market has a real fairytale theme to it, taking you into the world of the Brothers Grimm. Large fairytale figures and festive illuminations are a highlight here.

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Cologne Cathedral

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This iconic cathedral, a World Heritage Site, dominates the skyline. The cathedral has a rich history spanning over 700 years and serves as a symbol of Cologne's resilience, having survived wars, natural disasters, and political changes. Learning about the cathedral's history offers insights into Germany's cultural heritage and religious traditions.

Whether you call in to take a look around self guided or pre-book a guided tour in German or English to give you more information on the history of the building, it’s a must for everyone who visits Cologne. 

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Imhoff Stollwerk Chocolate Museum

• View on Map

The museum provides insight into the history and cultural significance of chocolate, both globally and within Germany. Your students can take a tour of the museum, then watch the chocolate making process before trying some samples, allowing students to explore the sensory aspects of chocolate, including its taste, aroma, and texture. You may also like to stay for traditional Kaffee und Kuchen in the museum cafe afterwards. 

Overall, visiting the Imhoff-Stollwerck Chocolate Museum on a German school trip offers a fun and educational experience that combines history, culture, and culinary arts in an engaging and memorable way.

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The Alter Markt

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This is a great market for children. There’s a carousel ride, puppet show, Santa’s grotto and lots of toy stalls. This is where you’ll find the Heinzelmännchen, the legendary gnomes who are said to do the work at night. 

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The Christmas Express

• View on Map

The Cologne Bimmelbahn Christmas Express takes you through the city of Cologne to see the sights whilst travelling from one Christmas Market to the next. Stops include the Cathedral, Alter Markt, Neumarkt and the Chocolate Museum. The train runs every 15 minutes

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The Neumarkt

• View on Map

This is Cologne’s oldest market, known as the market of Angels. Its located close to the main shopping area of Cologne and tends to offer more high quality goods. The chalets are designed with a ‘stars at night’ theme.

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The Rudolfplatz

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This market has a real fairytale theme to it, taking you into the world of the Brothers Grimm. Large fairytale figures and festive illuminations are a highlight here.

Enquire about this trip