The Moselle river winds its way from Luxembourg, through the Eifel and Hunsruck regions and the historic city of Trier, to join the Rhine at Koblenz.
This slow, meandering river flows through some of the prettiest scenery in Germany. The Moselle is dotted with romantic castles and quaint towns which nestle among the terraced vineyards whose harvest is used to produce the famous Riesling wine.
With a more tranquil atmosphere than the busy Rhine, the Moselle Valley offers an excellent choice of excursions in both the surrounding area and further afield in the Rhineland.
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Accommodation
As the UK's leading school tour operator, we offer a first rate choice of accommodation to suit all requirements and budgets. Should the accommodation you prefer not be featured in our programme, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Oberfell
Treis - Karden
Oberfell
Located just 18km from Koblenz, this quiet village forms an ideal base for school groups wishing to visit the Moselle Valley or Rhineland.
Gasthof Zur Krone Family run hotel offering a warm welcome.
Official Rating: Gasthaus
Capacity: 60
Location: This excellent hotel overlooks the Moselle.
Facilities: Very comfortably furnished, with dining rooms on the ground and first floors, a bar decorated with carved wood panelling and a small room for project work. Groups can also visit the hotel wine cellar.
Accommodation: In two buildings. Bedrooms accommodate a maximum of 4 people (normally 3), all with shower or bath and toilet.
Meal Basis: Full Board.
Treis - Karden
The attractive twin towns are separated by a modern bridge. The picturesque town of Cochem is just a short drive away and Koblenz is only 30 minutes by coach. The settlement of Karden was first mentioned in the 5th Century and delightful Treis has the ruins of Treis Castle (11th century) and Wildburg Castle (12th Century).
Hotel Moselblick The Schultz family (fluent English speakers) take great care to create a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for all STS groups. This hotel is ideally situated for both Rhein and Moselle visits.
Capacity: 60 Location: The hotel is safely set back a few hundred yards from the Moselle in Treis. Nearby, there is an outdoor swimming pool (seasonal opening) and the river cruises stop conveniently just a minute's walk from the hotel.
Facilities: Large spacious dining room with an adjacent TV/disco/bar room perfect for a quiz night or project work.
Accommodation: The bedrooms are comfortably furnished all with private facilities accommodating 2-4 people with some 5 bedded rooms available.
Meal Basis: Full Board
STS works with other hotels of a similar standard in the Moselle Valley.
Sample Itinerary - 5 DAYS TO MOSELLE VALLEY BY COACH
Day 1 — Depart school. Connect with Channel crossing. Arrive at your centre.
Days 2 - 4 — Excursions of your choice.
Day 5 — Depart in the morning. Connect with a late afternoon Channel crossing. Return to school.
Meal Arrangements
Full Board. Evening meal on Day 1.
Final Meal - Packed lunch on the final day.
Free Back-Up Material
STS Guide to Germany and a map.
Excursion Selection
Cochem to Trier Travel along the scenic Moselle Valley - to Cochem and visit the thousand year old castle of the Archbishops of Trier. There is a chairlift ride (seasonal) for views of the town and castle. West to Beilstein with its timber framed houses, church and castle ruins.
Continue to the ruins of the 12th Century Marienburg Convent with its excellent views of the valley and vineyards. Stop at Bernkastel-Kues, a wine town divided by the river, with its half timbered houses and pretty market square. Continue to Trier, Germany's oldest city. There is much of interest in the city, including the birth place of Karl Marx, and the Porta Nigra (the Roman entrance to the town wall) and the imperial Roman Baths.
Towns & Cities Bernkastel-Kues - the focal point here is the old market square with its 17th Century fountain and mediaeval buildings.
Cochem - situated in the Moselle Valley, take a chairlift ride (seasonal) to the Pinnerkreuz or visit the mediaeval castle in this attractive wine-making town.
Koblenz - standing at the confluence of the Moselle and the Rhine, this city is a fascinating mix of old and new. Visit the Middle Rhine Museum, the two fine Romanesque churches and admire the view down onto the 'Deutsches Eck' from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
History Trier - the oldest city in Germany. Visit the imperial baths, the Porta Nigra. The birthplace and home of Karl Marx.
Castles - there are many picturesque castles along the banks of the Moselle, including the Burg Eltz, a fairytale castle with turrets and spires, originally built in the 12th Century. Cochem Castle also merits a visit.
Maria Laach - take a boat trip on the lake after visiting the outstanding 12th Century Benedictine Abbey nearby.
Natural History & The Environment Laacher See - formed in a volcanic crater. Take a boat trip after visiting the outstanding 12th Century Benedictine Abbey nearby.
Wildlife Park - a 60 hectare park at Cochem featuring deer, goats, bear, falcon and lynx.
Special Interest & Crafts Vineyards - a conducted tour of the wine cellars and museums can be arranged at Bernkastel.
Nürburgring Experience - visit the famous motor-racing track and leisure park. The leisure park offers fun, excitement, entertainment and information about the world of motorsport, cars and transport.
Idar Oberstein - visit the precious stone and gem factories as well as the Museum Idar-Oberstein, which shows the history of gem cutting in the town.
Music - STS can arrange concert tours, details on request.
Leisure Swimming Complex - Cochem has an excellent swimming complex.
Phantasialand - www.phantasialand.de Located between Cologne and Bonn, this exciting theme park offers over 30 attractions including Colorado Adventure, Mystery Castle, River Quest, Winja's Fear and Feng Ju Palace.
Open April – October and advent weekends in December. For other possible visits see excursion selection for the Rhineland.
Departing from your school and returning to school by standard touring coach, arriving at your centre on Day 1 and departing from the centre on the final day. Minimum group size: Coach tour price is based on 35 paying passengers. Supplements apply for smaller groups.
Standard Channel Crossing
Ferry: Dover to Calais: 1½
Other channel crossings: Available at a supplementary charge.
Eurotunnel: Folkestone to Calais: 35 minutes platform to platform.
Transfer Times
Calais: Oberfell / Treis-Karden - 7 hours.
Tour Length
5 days. Extra day supplement applicable upon request.
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With a more tranquil atmosphere than the busy Rhine, the Moselle Valley offers an excellent choice of excursions in both the surrounding area and further afield in the Rhineland.
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