The Rhineland
Why The Rhineland?
Consistently one of our most popular destinations for concert tours, the Rhineland has so much to offer your young musicians. This beautiful region is steeped in history, legend and culture and is perfect for offering your group a varied and exciting experience. Rhine steamer cruises, Beethoven’s birthplace, fairytale castles and cable car rides are all part of this region’s attractions. Combined with a variety of exciting activities such as the fantastic Tauris swimming complex, bowling alleys and the Phantasialand theme park, the Rhineland ensures a memorable performance tour for your group.
Where to Perform
Boppard and Bad Ems
Your group can choose to perform at one of the stunning riverside bandstands such as Boppard or Bad Ems, which attract large, enthusiastic audiences.
Bad Neuenahr
One of the original spa resorts in the region, Bad Neuenahr is a great venue for an indoor or outdoor concert. The stage revolves to allow either possibility depending on the weather! This is a stylish venue with a well-attended weekly concert series.
Local Churches and Cathedrals
Choirs with a sacred repertoire can give a concert in one of the many local churches, or give a recital in the awesome Cologne Cathedral. The All Saints Church Cologne accepts ensembles to perform to appreciative audiences from the local town.
What to Do
Marksburg Castle
Visit the Marksburg Castle, complete with its romantic legends and gruesome torture chamber.
Boppard
A ride on the mini-train is an excellent way for your group to enjoy all the sights of this historical town with its hills and valleys, quiet lanes and lively squares, and a wealth of nature and culture.
Rüdesheim Cable Car
Let the Cable Car at Rüdesheim carry you to the Niederwalddenkmal, for fine views over the Rhine.
Phantasialand
Always a success, spend a day at the famous Phantasialand theme park, the perfect way for your group to unwind after their concert series.
Prices from £279*
Where to Stay
Hotel Apostelhof
The family run Hotel Apostelhof has been successfully used by a number of our groups and we are pleased to recommend it to you. Set in the centre of Bad Salzig, near to local shops and amenities, the hotel’s facilities include a lovely restaurant, bar, a meeting/rehearsal room and skittle alley (local charges apply). All the bedrooms have private facilities and children will be accommodated in multi bedded rooms and adults in twins.
*Prices based on 44 passengers with 5 free places travelling in July 2010 by coach, on a half board basis staying at the Hotel Apostelhof for 5 days 4 nights. The tour price also includes travel insurance and 3 concerts. Priced at 15.01.10, and dependant on exchange rates at time of booking.
