CENTRAL EUROPEAN RAIL TOURS
Thuringian Forest by rail holiday
5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
Erfurt Eisenach Meiningen
Erfurt
This rail holiday begins by taking the train from London to Erfurt via Brussels . Evidence of Erfurt ’ s 1,200-year long history can be seen clearly throughout the city , from the Kramerbrucke ( Merchants ’ Bridge ), the longest mediaeval bridge in Europe to have inhabited houses , to Erfurt Cathedral , built mostly during the 14th and 15th centuries . You have 5 full days here to explore , during which time you can visit the main sights of the city as well as venture out to explore more of the forest . Make sure to visit Zitadelle Petersburg , the largest and best-preserved Baroque city fortress in Central Europe . This was turned into a tourist attraction after Germany ’ s reunification and offers wonderful vistas of the city . Erfurt allows easy access to the main routes which navigate the Thuringerwald ( Thuringian Forest ). The Werra Railway , running from the nearby town of Eisenach , is one of the oldest railway lines in the country and ends in Meiningen , considered the cultural , judicial and financial centre of southern Thuringia . The Ritschenhausen-Neudietendorf route is particularly scenic and exceptionally steeply-graded , running through the Thuringian Forest mountains . The newest of the main lines is the Schwarzatalbahn , having opened in 1900 . One particular highlight on this route is the opportunity to take the Oberweißbacher funicular railway up to Oberweißbachen hill , where you can take in magnificent views of the forest . At the end of your time here you return to Brussels via Frankfurt and Cologne , where you will take the Eurostar back to London .
PRICES
From £ 1,320 per person
Based on two people sharing a double or twin room and including standard class rail . First class and standard premier on Eurostar supplement of £ 230 per person .
DATES
This rail holiday can be arranged throughout the year . Timings can vary depending on the month and day of the week .
WHAT ’ S INCLUDED
• Rail travel from London throughout , back to London
• Second-class travel on all trains ( first class and standard premier on Eurostar can be booked at a supplement )
• 5 nights ’ bed and breakfast in a Premium double room at Hotel Domizil , Erfurt
• Rail travel from London throughout , back to London
• Concierge service and Expressions Holidays regional helpful hints
WHAT ’ S NOT INCLUDED
• Early check-in or late check-out at any hotels ( although we can arrange this on request at additional cost )
• Any other services not mentioned above , such as transfers and meals except breakfast at hotels
• Personal holiday insurance . This is essential and cover should be in place from when you book the holiday .
• Local tourist tax , usually between Euros 1 and 3 per person per night , and payable locally to the hotel
• Transfers in any cities
TOUR CODE
EEBR15
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