including river cruise starting at 218 € per person

Bookable from April through October 2013 Experience the Siebengebirge mountain range and the Rhine Valley from the best vantage point of all the river that winds through it.

Included

• 2 nights accommodation including Maritim´s signature breakfast buffet
• Welcome cocktail in the piano bar
• Fruit bowl and a bottle of water in the room upon arrival
• 2 x evening dinners in conjunction with the half board
• 1 x Rhine river cruise to Linz and back
• Bathrobe usage for duration of stay
• Complimentary use of the swimming pool, Finnish sauna, steam bath and fitness area

Price per person
Comfort double room: 218 €
Comfort single room: 254 €
Surcharge per room per day Superior category: 30 €
Junior suite: 60 €
Junior suite overlooking the Rhine: 90 €

This package can be reserved upon request subject to availability.

Maritim Hotel Königswinter
Rheinallee 3
53639 Koenigswinter, Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 2223 707-0
Fax: +49 (0) 2223 707-811
Reservation phone: +49 (0) 2223 707-819
E-Mail: info.kwi@maritim.de

PACKAGE FOR STUDENTS
As an extracurricular education centre, the Autostadt offers a variety of learning and recreational activities for school groups of all ages. The packages are aimed at children, adolescents or young adults. Tailored to specific educational objectives, the programmes range from learning activities for children, to workshops, guided tours and full-day projects. Along with its standard learning programs, the Autostadt offers many different seasonal attractions and events.

Agenda / services
- Admission to the Autostadt
- Participation in a selected tour for students (duration 90 minutes, max. 15 participants)
- Cruise on the Mittellandkanal (reservation recommended, weather permitting)
- Lunch at Pizza AMano operated by Mövenpick (pizza and soft drink; table reservations recommended)
- Explore the Autostadt on your own

Impressive elevations, green mountain slopes and blooming fi elds make the Allgaeu region and Upper Bavaria a unique vacation destination. Nature reserves and historic palaces offer a sense of the very essence of Bavaria. For those who would like to conquer new heights, Obertsdorf is ideal for hiking, whilst a visit to the monastery grounds and a ride on the Oechsle Bahn train in Ochsenhausen are cultural experiences you will not want to miss.

Package price p. p.:
incl. 6 nights’ accommodation with extra services
in a double room from € 388,00
in a single room from € 470,00
(subject to local fees and taxes)

This tour maybe booked beginning in Oberammergau, via Obersdorf to Ochsenhausen, or in reverse order.

Your hosts:
Ringhotels in Oberammergau, Oberstdorf, Ochsenhausen

The Europa-Park fairy tale goes on in 2013… Be there when Europa-Park reopens, on 23rd March 2013, in all its glory! Rapunzel, Doctor Know-all and the Golden Goose found a new home in the enchanted forest at Europa-Park. Quaint little houses at the entrance of the village, a magical ring of bells and an enchanted tower high above the rooftops - Those who believe in the magic of the fairytales will feel like being part of the Grimm Brothers stories.

The first stages of the Saar-Hunsrück-Steig are full of highlights with picture perfect scenery, enchanted forest paths and adventurous rock passages.
Tour description
Day 1: Arrival in Perl
Day 2: Hike to Eft-Hellendorf (approx. 12.4 miles/20 km)
Day 3: Hike to Mettlach (approx. 12.4 miles/20 km)
Day 4: Hike to Britten (approx. 8.7miles/14 km)
Day 5: Hike to Losheim (approx. 7.5 miles/12 km)
Day 6: Hike to Weiskirchen (appox.11.2 miles/18 km)
Day 7: Hike to Grimburg (approx. 11.9 miles/19 km)
Day 8: Hike to Kell am See (approx. 7.5 miles/12 km)
Day 9: Hike to Riveris (approx. 13 miles/21 km)
Day 10: Hike toTrier (approx. 12.4 miles/20 km)
Day 11: Departure

Package includes

• 10 nights incl. breakfast in inns/B&Bs/hotels
• Room with shower and toilet
• Maps

Further optional services (not included in the price) Luggage transfer

• 2–4 persons EUR 178
• 5–8 persons EUR 314
  

Prices and travel dates: price: from 471,00 EUR
Price per person

• In a double room EUR 471
  
• In a single room EUR 599
  

Next to France, you will not only find mellow hills and an enchanted scenery but also first-class cooking and selected wines. This seven-day cycling tour will take you all round the Saarland to discover the region’s variety and charm. Look forward to a fascinating route with different landscapes including forests, orchard meadows, vineyards as well as idyllic rivers and lakes.
At the end of each day you will be rewarded with an outstanding meal and spend the night in a bike-friendly hotel. Try typical dishes of the region or wine and dine in style.
Tour desription First leg: Saarbrücken – Mettlach, approx. 37.5 miles/60 km This first section of the tour will take you along the Saar from Saarbrücken to Mettlach. Do not miss stopping off at the World Heritage Site “Völklinger Hütte“, a unique former ironworks, or in Saarlouis, the secret capital of the Saarland. Once you have reached your destination Mettlach, go and visit the world-famous ceramics manufacturer Villeroy & Boch with its “Keravision“ exhibition displaying the company’s history stretching back over 250 years.
Second leg: Mettlach – Perl, approx. 28 miles/45 km On day two you will cycle along orchard meadows on the Saarland cycling route until you reach the wine village of Perl. It is worthwhile visiting the Roman Villa Borg nearby to see the best-preserved mosaic floor north of the Alps and learn about the sublime bathing culture of the Romans. In the evening, you will be treated to a four-course gourmet dinner including aperitif and corresponding regional wines.
Third leg: Perl – Weiskirchen, approx. 43 miles/70 km On the third day, you will have to tackle the most challenging bit of the tour, leading through the hilly low mountain range area of the Saarland. However, you can shorten your trip and take the bike bus from Merzig to Weiskirchen. Cheeky ...
Starting off in the wine village of Perl, you will cycle past vineyards, unmistakable scenery and ancient villages. Your destination of the day is the climatic spa of Weiskirchen. Here, you can look forward to a relaxed evening in your hotel “Vitalis Zentrum“ which is also a health and spa centre. And, of course, there will be another delicious dinner.
Fourth leg: Weiskirchen – Nohfelden, approx. 25 miles/40 km This part of the way runs on the Saar-Bostalsee cycling route and willl take you through the nature park Saar-Hunsruück to Nohfelden-Bosen on the “Bostalsee” lake.
Fifth leg: Nohfelden – Kirkel, approx. 31 miles/50 km Day five will bring you lots of clear views in an enchanting region while cycling up on the Saar-Nahe cycling route. Part of the way coincides with a former Roman road. Your destination is the village of Kirkel. The municipality oozes the spirit of the Middle Ages with a castle ruin located just a few metres from the centre. Dinner will be a gourmet menu – yes, another one – with four-courses and a champagne cocktail.
Sixth leg: Kirkel – Saarbrücken, approx. 34 miles/55km This is your last day, leading through the picturesque Bliesgau region. If you fancy a short trip over to France, just cycle over to Sarreguemines and then take the Saarbahn train to Saarbrücken. Your trip will end in style here with a freshly brewed Pils waiting for you at the region’s oldest brewery “Stiefelbräu“ accompanied by a typical meal.
Package includes

• 6 nights in two- to four-star hotels
• Breakfast buffet
• 6 dinners (different types including gourmet or traditional regional cuisine)
• Luggage transfer
• Detailed maps (“SaarRadLand“, 1:150.000, “Bikeline Saarland“, 1:50.000)

Further optional services (not included in the price)

• Touring bike
• “E-Bike“ electro bike

Booking information:
The package can be booked for two people or more. Individual legs of the tour can be booked as well. Please phone us for further information.
Tour profile:
Completely flat along the rivers Saar, Moselle and Blies. More demanding sections through the Saarland winegrowing region and the Black Forest high forest area. Tour is suitable for cyclists of average fitness.
Total length: 200 miles/320 km

Prices and travel dates:
price: 539,00 EUR
Prices per person

• In a double room EUR 539
• In a single rooum EUR 639

If you like to cycle leisurely and take your time for all the things worth seeing along the way, this one is for you. This cultural cycling tour along the Saar and Moselle will take you to a number of cultural highlights, such as the Porta Nigra in Germany’s oldest city Trier, the so-called “little Venice“ in Saarburg, the ceramics manufacturer Villeroy & Boch, the World Heritage Site “Völklinger Hütte“ (former ironworks), the Baroque Saarbrücken and the city of the Sun King, Saarlouis.
Tour description Day 1: Arrival Visit the Baroque historic city centre of Saarbrücken and current exhibition at the “Saarland-Museum“
Day 2: Saarbrücken – Saarlouis (18 miles/29 km) Cycle on the Saar cycling route to Völklingen where you will have sufficient time to visit the ceramics manufacturer Villeroy & Boch, the World Heritage Site “Völklinger Hütte“ (former ironworks), the Baroque city of Saarbrücken and Saarlouis, the city of the Sun King.
Day 3: Saarlouis – Mettlach (21.8 miles/25 km) Today you will be cycling along the Saar and pass the famous Saar Bow until you reach Mettlach. Do not miss visiting the Villeroy & Boch exhibition “Keravision“ in the old Benedictine abbey, showcasing the history of the famous ceramics manufacturer. And last but not least, how about a bit of shopping? There are some outlet stores to be found in Mettlach ...
Day 4: Mettlach – Trier (25.6 miles/41 km) The route leads on to Saarburg, well known for its castle dating back to the 10th century, the historic town centre and its traces of the Middle Ages as well as a waterfall. Upriver, you will cycle along the Saar to Konz where Saar and Moselle meet. Following the course of the Moselle, you will reach your destination Trier, Germany’s oldest city, in the Rhineland-Palatinate.
Day 5: Departure Visit the Roman city of Trier and departure.
Package includes:

• 4 nights incl. breakfast in two- to four-star hotels
• Three-day „Rheinland-Pfalz & Saarland“ card entitling to free entry to all sights described
• travel guide in German
• Detailed maps and route information

Further optional services (not included in the price):

• Touring bike
• „E-Bike“ electro bike
• Half-board
• Luggage transfer

Booking information:
Prices ans travel dates:

price: from 245,00 EUR
Prices per person

• In a double room EUR 245
• In a single room EUR 336

Tour profile:
Flat route on awarded cycling routes along the Saar and Moselle from Saarbrücken to Trier.
Total length: Saarbrücken – Trier 65.6 miles/105 km