From Cologne: Private Burg Castle and Benrath Palace Trip From Cologne: Private Burg Castle and Benrath Palace Trip
ID: GYG418261-O-758549
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Experience medieval court life and knight culture on a private tour from Cologne. Explore Burg Castle, visit the Baroque hunting park of the Benrath Palace, and hear the area's fascinating history.
Visit Solingen on a fun tour from Cologne to see an expansive collection of armory and weapons and enjoy skip-the-line tickets to Burg Castle. Depending on the option you choose, you can also discover the fantastic Benrath Palace and its lush garden.
Begin your day with a pickup from your Cologne accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle. Sit back and relax on a ride filled with engaging stories, historical facts, and legends of the past.
Arrive at Burg Castle and see its remarkable collection of armory and weapons, as well as an exhibition on the region's history from medieval times to the industrial revolution. Explore the castle with your guide and learn about the rise of the Duchy of Berg, the castle’s decay, and its restoration.
See highlights such as the Great Hall, the Gallery of Ancestral Portraits, and the Chapel. After you've finished exploring, enjoy some free time to do souvenir shopping or dine at a local restaurant. Choose the 5-hour option to also discover Benrath Palace.
Drive past the Wuppertal river and the Mungsten Bridge, the highest railway bridge in Germany. Make a stop at the beautiful palace to learn about its history and relax in its lush park and garden, home to more than 80 species of birds and over 300 species of beetles.
Highlights
- Journey back in time to the medieval ages with a guided tour of Burg Castle
- Save time with skip-the-line tickets to Burg Castle and its armory collection
- Learn about medieval knights and court life in Solingen from a private guide
- Visit the stunning Baroque Benrath Palace and its hunting park and gardens
- Enjoy a convenient ride from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Groups of 1-4 people will travel in a private sedan, and groups of 5 or more will travel in a large van. If you're traveling in a smaller group but prefer a bigger car, book a tour for 5.
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
