Cultural/MFL trip to Rhineland by coach: 5 days, 4 nights

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: Marksburg Castle is situated on a hill above the town of Braubach on the Rhine’s right bank. There is much to see here including four gates, the gothic Great Hall, a central keep, the beautifully painted walls of the chapel tower and a unique medieval herb garden. The castle also contains some fascinating artefacts from the Middle Ages. It is possible to pre-book guided tours which take about 50 minutes.
Select says: Students may like to visit the armoury room (the Rüstkammer) which contains a fantastic collection of armour from 600 BC to 1500 AC.

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: For the best view of the largest bend on the Rhine, take a trip on the chairlift from Mühltal to Gedeonseck. There are breath-taking views of Boppard and the meandering River Rhine.
Select says: It’s also lovely to take a little time at the top for a walk. Weather permitting, eat your packed lunch while enjoying the magnificent views.

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: The river cruise takes you past medieval castles and picturesque villages – discover magnificent scenery and beautiful vineyards.
Select says: Most tours are accompanied with running commentary in English.

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: In the former wine cellar of a 15th Century city manor house on a back street in Rudesheim am Rhein, is the charming Siegfried’s Mechanisches Musikkabinett mechanical music box museum, a wondrous and entertaining ode to the art of mechanised music. A fun and often surprising collection of 18th and 19th century mechanical musical instruments that play themselves as you’re shown around.
Select says: Students will be fascinated by the amazing band of 27 automated animal and human dolls all playing different instruments.

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: This is the largest theme park in Germany. There are six themed zones to explore at this park: Fantasy, Deep in Africa, Berlin, Mystery, Mexico and China Town. Visit the Mystery Castle or marvel at the Chinese acrobats. The entrance includes a snack pack for students.
Select says: For adrenaline thrills try the Black Mamba ride or Colorado Adventure – a mine train roller coaster. Find out more about Phantasialand here.

Subject range: MFL, Cultural

What you’ll experience: Cologne is Germany’s fourth-largest city and is located on both sides of the Rhine River. There is much to see and we would recommend a walking tour of the city’s famous and beautiful Gothic Cathedral and the charming historical Old Town. Many sights are concentrated within a square kilometre of the Cathedral, the town hall and the old town with the Romanesque church of Groß St. Martin. Explore the narrow, cobble-stoned alleys of the Old Town and the busy squares like the Roncalliplatz, the Heumarkt or the Alter Markt.
Select says: You can also discover many monuments and fountains in Cologne’s Old Town, including the Heinzelmännchen fountain, home of the Cologne elves who legend says did all the work for the people of Cologne during the night, so that they could be lazy during the day.