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calendar - its 24 windows gradually light up throughout December. Day 3: Dusseldorf You’ll arrive in Dusseldorf first thing this morning. The main Marktplatz is a good place to start, and the 16th- century town hall makes for a handsome backdrop. From here, the Altstadt Markt has stalls that look like mini versions of Dusseldorf’s Medieval townhouses. Day 4: Cologne You’ll call in at Cologne today which has four different events spread around the city. The Cathedral Market has one of the Rhineland’s tallest Christmas trees and is where you’ll bump into artisan glassblowers and woodcarvers. The Old Market is the most traditional, while the Neumarkt has costumed angels sprinkling glitter among the stalls. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, head to the Harbour Market, which is known for its chocolates. Day 5: Rüdesheim When you arrive in sleepy Rüdesheim, you’ll see that the old town really comes alive during December. The global-themed festivities are often dubbed the ‘Christmas Market of Nations’. The food and drink roster covers everything from Finnish to Far Eastern, plus traditional German flavours. Rüdesheim coffee is a favourite – it’s mixed with tasty local brandy and topped with whipped cream. The life-sized nativity scene is one of the biggest in Europe, too. Day 6: Frankfurt - UK You’ll get a touch of déjà vu on your final day, as you find yourself back in Frankfurt. Disembark your ship and begin your return journey home. Cruise operates: November 2024 - December 2024 from Frankfurt November 2025 - December 2025 from Dusseldorf (itinerary may vary)
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Reasons to love this ♥ Visit five Christmas markets that vary from fairy tale hamlets to sprawling, city-wide celebrations ♥ See Koblenz’s building-sized advent calendar ♥ Explore Rüdesheim’s ‘Market of Nations’ ♥ Sip Frankfurt’s signature apple wine Your cruise includes ✓ Return flights and oversea transfers ✓ Adults-only ship ✓ Full board dining ✓ Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner ✓ No set dining times and a choice of restaurants ✓ Free Wi-Fi (signal permitting) ✓ All tips ✓ On board activities to tie in with the festive season Why not add + Upgrade to all-inclusive for £21 per person per day
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Day 1: UK - Frankfurt Germany’s fifth largest city, Frankfurt, is first up on your list. In the old quarter, Romerberg square’s stepped rooftops and half-timbered buildings form a ring around the bustling Christmas market. Tasty Bethmannchen biscuits, made from marzipan and almonds, are a local favourite, and the city’s signature apple wine is worth a taste. Day 2: Koblenz Koblenz is on the agenda today. Home to lots of UNESCO-ranked sights, and the Christmas market is a real gem too. More than 100 stalls congregate around the old quarter, under the eyes of the Baroque town hall. This impressive building doubles up as a giant advent
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