TOUR C - FLAVOURS OF ROSTOCK
Excursions
- £65 - £75
- 5.5 hours
- Limited capacity
- Strenuous
Walking from the pier in Warnemünde with our guide, we board our tour boat nearby for a trip upstream on the River Warnow. We will view the city of Rostock and its port. The cruise will last approximately one hour.
Arriving in Rostock we will commence a city tour which concentrates on the centre with its centuries old red brick architecture. As the roads in the centre are very narrow and partly closed off to traffic, our visit to Rostock is conducted as a guided walking tour. We shall see the centuries old New Market, with the beautiful City Hall (outside view), and St Mary’s Church – Rostock’s landmark – at the Goat Market. A visit will be made inside the church, which has a unique astronomical clock. We will also view remnants of the old city walls – the Kröpeliner Gate and the Stone Gate – whose old towers guaranteed security in medieval times. The restoration of historic architecture, which has taken place since Germany’s reunification in 1990, combined with more modern features such as souvenir shops and romantic cafés make a visit to Rostock very worthwhile. We should have a little free time to wander by ourselves.
Continuing, we board our coach for a transfer to another highlight of the day – a farmers market that is well known in the area. Locals love to shop here. There is an immense choice of typical German products and goods common to the area such as cakes, wines, all kinds of local food and refreshments, as well as souvenirs. Since Rostock is located on the Baltic it is widely renowned for its seafood. In the market we will learn how fresh fish is smoked in ovens. Naturally we will not want to leave without a hearty sample of this delicacy, helped along with some schnapps.
Our final visit, following another short transfer, will be to a local microbrewery. Here we are shown the process of original German beer making. Beer is not only one of Germany’s best known products, but it is also a staple part of the nations’ diet! One of the master brewers will explain the brewing process, and we will be treated to samples of original German beer accompanied by typical bratwurst and sauerkraut.
We return to Warnemünde by coach.
TOUR NOTES: We would like to point out that it is quite easy and economical to travel to Rostock independently, however, this tour is accompanied by a fully qualified, English speaking guide and includes visits to a farmer’s market and micro brewery. This excursion is not suitable for passengers with limited mobility (difficult for wheelchair-users). The walking tour of Rostock covers a distance of approximately two kilometres (one and a half miles), during which a certain pace is required and uneven ground may be encountered. (Please be aware that this is limited in content due to the small size of the city, which has not wholly recovered from 45 years under the socialist regime). The walking will include approximately – 220 metres (725 feet) to reach the boat and steps to get on and off it; over 100 metres (300 feet) of walking at the brewery as well as 10 steps to negotiate; and 500 metres (1,650 feet) of walking to make the most of the farmers market. For reference the tour boat will have toilet facilities but is not air-conditioned. The order of the itinerary may operate to a different order than that described.
CORRECT FOR THE 2011 SCANDINAVIA & BALTIC SEASON
Snack or meal provided
Refreshments available
Free time
Shopping opportunity
Wheelchair access
Swimming opportunity
All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.
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