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Rhine & Moselle - 5 days from £254pp*

Travelling in February 2013. Price includes executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your stay, 4 nights' full-board accommodation, extensive group travel insurance and a generous free place ratio of 1 in 8.

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Our most popular visits in the Rhine & Moselle for German Language school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in the Rhine and Moselle for German Language groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Cultural Experiences

Taking part in these enjoyable shared experiences will not only strengthen friendships but also open your students’ eyes to German culture and add real value to their classroom-based learning.

KD Rhine River Cruises

A highly enjoyable way for groups to travel to their daily visits, stopping in a host of towns including Cologne, Bonn, Königswinter, Koblenz, Boppard, St Goarshausen and Rüdesheim. Moselle River Cruises can be arranged from Traben-Trarbach to Bernkastel-Kues and Cochem to Zell.

Cologne

A fabulous place for students to spend the day. Groups can visit the “Bimmelbahn” mini-train, cathedral and the zoo, or spend time at:

The Chocolate Museum

Students take a tour, in German, of this excellent museum. Watch the manufacturing process and learn about the history of chocolate. There are also free samples for students and teachers.

The Sports and Olympic Museum

A fabulous museum devoted to sport. Students can take a guided tour, in German or English, gain an insight into sports history and look at memorabilia.

Rüdesheim

Students can explore this fabulous town or take the cable-car to Niederwald monument and the fabulous wine museum where students can see how wine is made. The fabulous toy museum is a firm favourite, showcasing toys from the last 100 years.

Boppard

This enjoyable town experience provides students with many opportunities to speak, learn and listen to German. Visits can include the Hunsrück Railway, Carmelite Church and Monastery, mini-golf, forest walks and the Sesselbahn (chairlift) to the “Vierseen-blick” for the famous four lakes view. A mini-train also offers a 40-minute tour around Boppard, past the remains of the fortifying walls that date back to the Romans and Middle Ages. German commentary is available.

Regional Food Tasting

Taste German delicacies! Give your group the opportunity, at selected NST accommodation, to sample local foods or enjoy a full, regional evening menu.

The Town of Koblenz

A great place to explore and practise language skills where students can complete NST study packs. Alongside the many shops and cafés, popular visits in the town include the ‘Deutsches Eck’, a spectacular viewpoint where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet.

Siegfried’s Musikkabinett

Housing a wide collection of self-playing and automated musical instruments, this surprising museum is a favourite of many of our groups.

Activity-Based Learning

A range of engaging experiences that offer a level of understanding that you simply cannot replicate in the classroom.

Rhine & Moselle

Online resources and interactive experiences are available about the Rhine, at Siegfreid’s Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim and the wine-tasting in Koblenz.

The Town of Trier

The oldest city in Germany, founded by the Romans, has an abundance of opportunities for students to practise language skills, including the marketplace, cathedral, baths and toy museum. Students can fill out NST study packs as they explore this historic town.

The Town of Cochem

This popular town is a favourite for students to explore. Groups can also tour the castle, completing NST study packs, helping them to improve their language abilities.

Marksburg Castle

Students fill out NST quiz sheets, in German, as they tour this fabulous medieval castle.

Burg Eltz Castle

One of the most beautifully preserved castles in Germany where students can complete our castle quiz sheet which is designed to help with German reading and writing.

Vineyards

Students will enjoy guided tours of the vineyards and wine cellars, get the opportunity to speak to the winegrowers and taste locally produced wines and fruit juices.

Leisure Visits

Hunsrück Railway

Two viaducts, five tunnels and a wonderful view the rail journey Boppard- Buchholz-Emmelshausen taking you through Boppard’s forests is one of the most delightful mountain railway routes in Germany.

Cochem Wave Pool

This aquatic centre has a diving board, a wave pool and a giant 55-metre flume offering plenty of fun pool activities.

Bowling

A visit to this bowling alley in Koblenz is a popular evening activity.

Swimming

The Freizeitbad Tauris swimming pool is available in the evenings for groups.

Phantasialand

Since 1967, Phantasialand has been providing top-quality entertainment for visitors of all ages. Phantasialand is one of Europe’s top entertainment parks. Situated in Brühl near Cologne in the heart of the Rhineland, it is the number one German entertainment park for school groups from the UK. Seven themed areas with worldwide unique attractions and internationally multi-award winning shows, promise to be great fun and an educational experience for all your students.

Each themed area has its own individual character but they all have one thing in common: the potential for learning through experience. And when the summer season has finished, Phantasialand is also the place to head for winter fun! Its winter season features all the favourite rides as well as special winter shows and exciting bonus attractions. Come and visit Phantasialand! It is easy to get to from the UK. From Calais for example, via Bruges and Aachen it’s just 4-5 hours by coach.

Language Workshops

In the relaxed environment of this school, students will take part in speaking and listening sessions with native speakers, greatly enhancing their learning experience.

Sprach Haus Language School

This small school, located in Cologne, offers excellent language workshops taught by professionals who are qualified in teaching German as a foreign language. Groups are split into classes of up to 12 to ensure maximum participation and many plan time in local towns afterwards to practise their newly enhanced skills and build confidence.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Hotel Apostelhof

A large, purpose-built hotel open all year and run by the experienced Karin Tatsch and her daughter.

Hotel Apostelhof

A simple, family-run hotel set in a small town on the banks of the Rhine. The owners are very experienced in handling youth groups and a warm welcome is assured.

Address Bingerstraße 17 56154 BAD SALZIG Germany View map of location	Local Rating Simple 2 star equivalent
	Capacity 110 guests over 3 floors (including the ground floor). The hotel comprises 2 buildings There are 18 rooms in the hotel and 14 rooms in the annexe behind the main building. Groups are usually accommodated together in one building. There is also 1 single room and a 4 bedded room that can be used for drivers, situated behind the annexe.

Location Information

The hotel is located in the centre of Bad Salzig which is a small spa town 5 kilometres south of Boppard. Bad Salzig has a few shops and cafés. There is a play area/small park approximately 10 minutes on foot from the hotel and parking for two coaches is available 50 metres from the hotel.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Bar and restaurant
• Meeting room
• Play area/small park approximately 10 minutes on foot from the hotel
• Skittle/bowling alley
• Discos and karaoke evenings
• Parking for two coaches is available 50 metres from the hotel
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients

 Student Rooms

• 3-5 bedded rooms, (can be made up of singles, bunk beds, and / or double bed frame with two single mattresses and duvets). 
• En-suite facilities
• TV

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• TV

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening.  Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.

Security Deposit

A security deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is €11.00 per student and it must be paid in cash. This amount is refundable at the end of your stay provided there has been no damage to the areas occupied by the group. To avoid misunderstanding, we recommend all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with the hotelier.

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Hotel Bad Wildstein

A large, traditional, purpose-built hotel run by the friendly Volker Schmidt.

Hotel Bad Wildstein

This hotel offers excellent food, accommodation, hospitality and outstanding value for money. The hoteliers, with whom we have successfully worked with for nearly 30 years, ensure that our groups receive a warm welcome and enjoyable stay. Early reservations are therefore essential.

Address 56841 TRABEN-TRARBACH Germany View map of location	Local Rating Tourist class 3 star equivalent
	Capacity 100 guests in 42 rooms.

Location Information

The hotel is situated in a peaceful setting approximately 4 kilometres from Traben-Trarbach, on the Trarbach side of the river. The twin-towns of Traben-Trarbach are situated in the centre of an important wine growing area between the famous town of Bernkastel and the fortified town of Cochem. To the south lies the Roman city of Trier, whilst to the north is Koblenz. The hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Frankfurt-Hahn airport.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Dining room
• Meeting / disco room
• Bar
• Terrace
• Table football
• TV
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients but there are regular rooms located on the ground floor for those whose disability is not so severe.
• Food Tasting: Traditional food each evening will provide a real German experience.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms, (some rooms are interconnecting accommodating 4-5 students in total.  Double bed frames are often used with two single mattresses and duvets.  Sofa beds are also used on occasion).
• En-suite facilities

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities

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Hotel Bergschlosschen

A traditional, attractive hotel with an outdoor terrace. The hotel is run by Jaap and Nettie, a very friendly Dutch couple, who have brought the bedrooms up to a good standard. There are five floors.

Hotel Bergschlosschen

A very pleasant hotel, with friendly, flexible owners, located in a tranquil, residential setting within 15-20 minutes’ walk of the centre of Boppard.

Address Mühltal 45 56154 BOPPARD Germany View map of location	Local Rating Tourist class hotel
	Capacity 90 guests in 24 rooms

Location Information

The hotel is located in a quiet residential area, just 1½ kilometres from the centre of Boppard which equates to approximately 20 minutes’ walk.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Dining room
• Large open terrace
• TV/stereo
• Chairlift
• Lockable storage room
• Disabled facilities: This hotel has no specific facilities for disabled persons.

 Student Rooms

• 2-5 bedded rooms (there are 3 rooms that accommodate 7 students in total, located on the top floor. These rooms share a bathroom but each has their own sink. Some bunk beds are used).
• En-suite facilities
• TV

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• TV

Security Deposit

A security deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is €10 per student and it must be paid in cash. This amount is refundable at the end of your stay provided there has been no damage to the areas occupied by the group. To avoid misunderstanding, we recommend all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with the hotelier.

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Hotel Hunsrucker Hof

A traditional hotel that has been owned by the same family for over a hundred years. The rooms have been individually decorated and each has its own charm. There are four floors. The hotel normally closes winter Nov-March but can open on request.

Hotel Hunsrucker Hof

A high quality, single group hotel in the centre of Boppard. The owners are very hospitable and experienced in handling youth groups. A warm welcome is assured and many groups return year after year.

Address Steinstr. 26-28 56154 Boppard Germany View map of location	Local Rating Tourist class hotel, equivalent to British 3 star
	Capacity 60 guests in 24 rooms. An extra 5 guests can be accommodated in the annexe if necessary (two rooms with shared facilities located at the back of the hotel in the building where the owners also live)

Location Information

The hotel is in the pedestrianised area in the centre of Boppard, 5 minutes’ walk from the Rhine. Boppard is a very popular and attractive wine-producing town with narrow streets, half-timbered houses, an excellent shopping centre and a particularly attractive promenade. Coaches can park at the station and it is less than a three minute walk from here to the hotel.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Dining / meeting room
• Bar
• Recreation room
• Football table, Table tennis
• Disco / party evening upon request
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.
• Food Tasting: Traditional German food is served each evening to give students a real German experience.

 Student Rooms

• 2-4 bedded rooms (double bed frames are often used with two single mattresses and duvets.  Sofa beds are also used on occasion).
• En-suite facilities
• TV
• Some have hairdryer

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• TV
• Kettle
• Some have hairdryer

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L'Europe (Boppard)

Large, purpose-built hotel set back slightly from the main road, overlooking the Rhine.

L'Europe (Boppard)

High quality accommodation which offers good value for money and a pleasant location.

Address Mainzerstr. 4 56154 BOPPARD Germany View map of location	Local Rating Tourist class hotel, 3 star equivalent
	Capacity 300/350 persons in 89 rooms. Please note that the hotel will be very busy in peak periods such as summer months.

Location Information

The hotel is located on the banks of the Rhine, approximately 15-20 minutes’ walk from the centre of Boppard.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Restaurant (with seating 300 persons) which overlooks theRhine
• Dining room (may also be used after dinner)
• Lounge area
• Large bar with disco equipment.  Disco on request – small fee applies. Soft drink provided per pupil.
• 2 recreational rooms (seating for 80 and 100 persons.  These make ideal rehearsal rooms for Music groups)
• Terrace
• Vending machines
• Small gift shop
• Public payphone near reception
• A lockable room can be provided for storage (e.g. for instruments)
• Lift
• Disabled facilities: There are ramps to allow for wheelchair access to the hotel and the lift can accommodate a wheelchair and one person. Communal rooms allow for wheelchair access. The bedrooms however are not equipped for disabled guests. 

Student Rooms

• Multi-bedded (up to 5 persons)
• Private facilities
• TV
• Some of the rooms have balconies
• Well decorated

 Staff Rooms

• Twins
• Private facilities
• TV
• Some of the rooms have balconies
• Well decorated – repainted very year

Security Deposit

A security deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is 10 Euros per student and it should be paid in cash. This amount is refundable at the end of your stay provided that there has been no damage to the area occupied by the group. To avoid misunderstanding, we recommend all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with the hotelier on arrival.

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Free Educational Resources

By choosing NST, you’ll receive some free educational resources to help your group get the most out of their time away.

The Go Explore Journal

When you book your language tour with NST, you'll receive a FREE Go Explore journal for every student. By keeping a daily record of their experiences on the tour using NST's journals, your students will be better able to learn and recall key language phrases.

Teachers often tell us that the journals become a treasured souvenir once their students have returned to the classroom. They can even be used to demonstrate to parents and school governors the impact of taking learning outside the classroom and used as examples of individual learning and development.

Click here to view a sample of our Go Explore Journal for French Language groups.

Project Work

We’ve prepared project work based on the visits incorporated within your itinerary, so you’ll easily be able to incorporate these challenging and enjoyable activities into your pre- and post-tour lesson plans. Your students will be able to conduct interviews with visit staff set around a specific topic and in the native tongue.

Click here to view a sample of our Go Explore Project Work for French Language groups.

Town Trails

Coming Soon... Our town trails are designed to help build on basic language skills and are ideal for KS3 students.