K I N D E R D I J K , T H E N E T H E R L A N DS CO LO G N E C AT H E D R A L , G E R M A N Y
STR ASBOURG FROM THE TOP
Begin your tour with a tram ride into the hear t of
the cit y where you'll find the towering Gothic
cathedral. Admire its grand ex terior, then ascend
its spiral staircase for unrivalled views of
Strasbourg. Nex t, visit the Petite France area — a
UNESCO World Heritage site.
ALSATIAN WINE TASTING
Explore the treasures of Alsace, from its
Renaissance beaut y and distinc t culture to its
crisp, clean white wines. Enjoy a drive into the
Alsatian wine countr y and stop for a winer y and
cellar tour and tasting. If the season permits, take
a walk through the vineyards.
TOP OF COLOGNE
Climb up to the roof of Cologne Cathedral with a
local guide. Visit the restoration work shops and
see the vast tower spaces and massive iron
struc tures holding up the roof. Venture onto the
roof itself for incredible, up - close views of the
cathedral's Gothic architec ture.
MEDIEVAL MARKSBURG C ASTLE
The incredible Mark sburg Castle watches over the
town as it has since the 13th centur y. Enjoy
spec tacular views of the Rhine and the
surrounding countr yside, tour the citadel, see the
impressive kitchens in the Gothic Hall building
and study the Gimbel Collec tion.
KINDERDIJK BY VINTAGE BARGE
Board the Jantina, a 125-year- old restored cargo
vessel, and sail to the Blokker Windmill, which
dates back to 1630. Meet the miller and his family
and tour the windmill — take a peek at the
vegetable garden, the cooking shed and the
outhouse.
MERCEDES -BENZ FAC TORY
Witness the precision that goes into ever y
Mercedes. Mar vel at the all- glass, futuristic visitor
centre and watch as these fine cars come together
along a vast and intricate assembly line. More
than three million Mercedes have been built here
since the plant's opening in 1992.
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