Black Forest Chrysanthemum Festival
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Mixed Board
- Tour Ref: D2TCRU9377
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
Popular October short break
PRICE HELD FOR 2026! The Black Forest is one of the most picturesque areas of Germany, where you will find scenery to rival even the Alpine regions. The forest is a carpet of tree-lined hills, laced with beautiful villages of unique charm, nestling in lush green valleys. Your holiday base is surrounded by the green Hanauerland on the mighty Rhine and the village is flanked by the Black Forest and Vosges Mountains on either side. Head over the Rhine into France for a visit to captivating Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace, to discover half-timbered houses, scenic canals, and Gothic architecture
This special departure also visits the Chrysanthemum Festival in Lahr to enjoy the intense oranges, yellows and the reds of autumn when historic Lahr is flooded by a sea of colour from thousands of chrysanthemums created into fascinating and creative arrangements. All this, and a Crusader favourite hotel, makes for a superb short break!
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Highlights
- Hotel for 4 nights with breakfast and 3 set dinners
- Snack on arrival evening (due to late arrival)
- Visit to Lake Titisee & Freiburg
- Excursion to Strasbourg
- Visit to Chrysanthemum Festival with guided walking tour
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Travel to Dover for the short sea crossing to France and onto Kehl Kork for your 4 night stay with late evening snack on arrival.Day 2 - 4 - At leisure in Kehl-Kork with three included excursions. DBB
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
Lake Titisee & Freiburg
Visit the stunning Lake Titisee, one of the most picturesque areas of the Black Forest region, with time for leisurely sightseeing. This afternoon continue to the olde worlde city of Freiburg, capital of the Black Forest, which has been restored with loving care. Here you will find a fascinating cathedral, beautiful parks and cosy wine taverns. During the day you may take an optional boat trip on Lake Titisee (schedules permitting - details from your driver)
Strasbourg
If you love heritage, history and the art of living, there's no doubt that you'll fall in love with Strasbourg. A city of many surprises, its blend of German and French culture and architecture makes Strasbourg a treasure trove of tradition and modernity. Historic architecture, hidden canals and waterways, and superb shopping. A chance to see the world-famous grand Cathédrale Notre-Dame with its Gothic-meets-Renaissance astronomical clock (entrance €4 pp in 2025). The seat of many EU institutions, Strasbourg is a key European city and a proud symbol of democratic values. There may be an opportunity to join an optional guided city tour
Chrysanthemum Festival - Lahr
A short drive to picturesque Lahr in the Black Forest for the annual Chrysanthemum Festival. Enjoy an unforgettable guided tour of the city to discover the historic centre and see the thousands of chrysanthemum arrangements that show off autumn's colours to their finest. See the intricate arrangements which display the intense oranges, yellows and reds as never before! The picturesque German town becomes a sea of colour, decorated with more than 10,000 chrysanthemums, worked into fascinating creations.
Day 5 - An early start for a big travel day back through Germany, Belgium and France for the return crossing to England.
IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFORMATION
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Accommodation
Hotel Gasthof Ochsen, Kehl-Kork
This friendly, family run 3* Hotel Gasthof Ochsen is located in the village of Kehl-Kork.
The hotel facilities include a bar, a restaurant and a lift.
All 56 en-suite bedrooms have satellite TV and a hairdryer.
NB Porterage is not available at this hotel