Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner
Description
Follow the footsteps of medieval lords and aristocrats on a tour of Eltz Castle, and then enjoy dinner on the banks of the Rhine! This must-do day trip from Frankfurt introduces you to one of Germany’s best-preserved fortresses, showcasing impeccable rooms that have been left unchanged for centuries. Explore the armory room, kitchens and bedrooms while learning about the castle in its 12th-century heyday, and then relax with a dinner at a restaurant on the River Rhine. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll see all the sights with personalized attention from a guide.
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Itinerary
Leave central Frankfurt and travel by coach to the hills of Moselle River, just north of Koblenz. Your destination is Eltz Castle, a glorious medieval fortress nestled deep in the woodland atop a 230-foot (70-meter) cliff. Rising out of the forest like a fairytale palace, the castle towers over the Elzbach Valley below, and its views are said to be some of the most spectacular in Germany. After traveling for roughly 1.5 hours, hop off your coach and head inside the castle, seeing its key sites on a walking tour. Having been left intact for some 700 years, Eltz Castle remains furnished pretty much as it always had been, so its interior is a delight to see. Admire the living and sleeping rooms, and then walk through the lavish armory room, where nearly 500 pieces of jewelry and ceremonial weapons are displayed. Wander through the hunting room, adorned with bear rugs, and hear tales of the servants who once worked in the castle while exploring the kitchens. Learn about the Eltz family who ordered the castle to be built in the 12th century, and hear how the different branches of the family built their own towers within the castle over the following 400 years. Return to your coach and travel back toward Frankfurt, crossing the Rhine River. Stop at a riverside restaurant and sit down to enjoy a dinner featuring local delicacies and wine (drinks at own expense). Savor the meal while watching the sun go down over the Rhine, and then head back to your coach for the return trip to Frankfurt.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(58)
Tour was well organized. Castle is a must see. Tour within castle is given by castle tour guide not your tour guide for the day. Willi was knowledgeable and also provided some humor as well. Schnitzel for dinner was very tasty, however you cannot actually see the sunset from within the restaurant as mentioned in the advertisement. I would recommend this tour and Willi as a tour guide.
We took this tour in the off season and were the only 2 on the trip. George was delightful and has a thorough knowledge of the history at each stop. We saw so much more than Eltz Castle driving through the beautiful German countryside and along the Rhine River. My only suggestion would be to pack some snacks if your tour leaves in the morning, as the meal is around 4 pm so you basically miss lunch.
Our tour guide, Peter, provided an outstanding explanation of the history of the castle and showed us all the rooms of the castle. Also, he stopped on the way back to ensure we get the best pictures of the castle. It was truly a great experience and I appreciated his guiding us, as a group.
George, our guide, showed us lots of extras. Taking us to overlooks, small towns and even a ride on a ferry. He was so well informed. It was the highlight of our Frankfurt visit.
Great time visiting Berg Eltz and Rhine River Valley. The area is simply stunning. Our guide was good and was able to add in a few extra stops for photos. Berg Eltz only takes about 45 mins to fully tour. It is gorgeous and very well maintained. The only negative to the trip was the van ride. The ford van was sweltering hot and extremely uncomfortable. The high temp was over 90 degrees and the ac did not cool and windows did not roll down. We felt like we were being slowly cooked. The ride was over 4 hrs, so the ride being so uncomfortable made the trip less enjoyable. Overalll nice tour and I was glad I took it.
My tour was canceled and replaced with Hohenzollern Castle. I wanted to go inside a castle so it didn't matter to me which one. The day started off foggy and drizzly but after touring the rooms and going outside, the sun started to shine. Thomas was a great guide. Friendly, very patient and let us take our time. If he hadn't been, I don't think we would have been able to see the views from the castle. It truly was a once in a lifetime opportunity and greatful for swapped tours.
Great experience! William is an amazing tour guide. The castle is beautiful and a must see if you’re in the region. The restaurant is excellent!
Our tour guid was amazing. He was knowledgeable, friendly and easy to talk to. My brother and I had a wonderful time and highly recommend this one.
Unfortunately this tour was cancelled but viator replaced it with the tour to Hohenzollern Castle. It was a long day but Thomas was a good guide and took care of all arrangements. Hohenzollern Castle had lots of history as it was the ancestral home of Kaiser Wilhelm, so we really enjoyed the day.
Eltz castle was magnificent, but our guide Peter showed us so much more. Very knowledgeable and very informative.
