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O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y DINE IN RÜDESHEIM AM RHEIN During this evening excursion, board a mini train to the 15th- centur y Drosselgasse and take in the medieval atmosphere. At the Rüdesheimer Schloss, enjoy the flavours of the Rheingau region during a festive dinner with traditional music and local Schnapps. INTO THE BL ACK FOREST BY E-BIKE Venture through the villages, through rolling fields and along the woodland trails of the Black Forest on a c ycle tour. Pedal at ease on your e -bike as you follow your guide along the net work of c ycle trails and discover more about the histor y and culture of the Black Forest, including its famous cake. MEDIEVAL VILL AGE OF COLMAR Stroll the charming medieval lanes and squares of Colmar and explore its 'Lit tle Venice' quar ter. On a guided tour, discover the village's 13th- centur y Gothic churches, original Old Town, Alsatian homes and beautiful Renaissance architec ture. Later, visit Musée d'Unterlinden. 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. KINDERDIJK WINDMILLS & DUTCH CHEESE MAKING See the pic turesque Dutch countr yside and visit a traditional cheese farm — there will be plent y of delicious cheese to sample. You will also visit Kinderdijk 's 19 historic windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage site. COLOGNE'S BEER CULTURE & DINNER Stroll the Old Town's cobblestone streets to three Kölsch brewhouses. Brauhaus ser vers, called köbes, will deliver Kölsch straight from the barrel to your table. Later, enjoy dinner at a popular Brauhaus. CO LO G N E ' S B E E R CU LT U R E , G E R M A N Y CO L M A R , FR A N C E 82 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/rivers