Early in the morning, Mannheim welcomes you. Later in the morning, you will have the opportunity to join our excursion to Heidelberg. In this city on the Neckar River, which is considered a symbol of German romance, you will visit the castle and stroll through the Christmas market in the charming baroque center.In the afternoon, we head toward Speyer, one of the oldest cities in Germany. Join us for a city tour and get a glimpse of the Christkindlmarkt in the early evening hours. In the evening, a culinary feast with our captains awaits you.
Speyer is a town located in southwest Germany situated beside the river Rhine. Originally founded by the Romans, it is one of the oldest settlements in Germany and is situated in the popular wine growing region of the Palatinate. A key attraction of Speyer is the Historical Museum of the Palatinate, which is one of the most celebrated culture-history museums in Germany. It features five permanent collections including Prehistory, Roman Times, Cathedral Treasury, Modern Era and Wine Museum. Not far from the museum, visitors will find the Imperial Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is considered the largest preserved Romanesque church in Europe. Originally constructed by Konrad II, this magnificent and looming building was intended to demonstrate the Lord’s religio-political claim to power against the papacy. Speyer has been producing wine since its Roman beginnings and wine tasting, festivals and events are popular all year round. The town is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling as well as guided walking tours of the town.