Christmas Market – Wernigerode

ITINERARY

Day 1 – To Cologne

Mid-morning Eurostar from London to Brussels where we connect onto a high speed train to Cologne. Our hotel for the first night is found within the station building.

Day 2 – Arrive Wernigerode

Taking a morning train via Hannover, we travel to Wernigerode. Transfer to the Weisser Hirsch, our hotel for the next 5 nights.

Days 3 to 5 – Harz Railway

We have included a 3-day rover pass to explore the 140km Harz narrow gauge railway. Recommended journeys on the Harz Railway include a steam trip to the top of the Brocken, the highest peak in the Harz mountain range. Or visit the UNESCO World Heritage town of Quedlinburg and experience its medieval cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and wonderful town square glisten with festive decorations and fun. Your tour leader will be on hand to assist with timetable planning to make the most of the days here and will check the weather forecast to advise the best day to make the ascent up the Brocken.

Day 6 – Free to Explore

A free day in Wernigerode to visit the wonderful Christmas Market. The heart of Wernigerode, around its 15th Century Town Hall, is a majestic backdrop for the many Christmas stalls selling traditional gifts and delicious foodstuff. For those wanting to travel further afield to explore more of the region we have included a German Rail pass valid for the whole of Germany for the duration of your stay.

Day 7 – Return via Cologne

We travel back to Cologne via Hannover for our final night’s stay.

Day 8 – Arrive Home

After a leisurely breakfast we take the direct ICE along the high speed line to Brussels where we make a change on to the Eurostar to London. Arrive back in London mid-afternoon.