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Moselsteig relaxed
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MOSELLE HIKING TRIP: Moselsteig Trail relaxed

  • Stages hiking vacation 6 days 5 nights
  • Moselsteig trail stages 11 to 12
  • 8 to 13 km per day
  • Fitness level low
  • Overnight stays: Bernkastel-Kues - Zeltingen-Rachtig - Kröv - Traben-Trarbach
  • Comfortable & relaxed
  • Start: Daily, March-October, self guided
  • Luggage transport included
12.04.2025 - 17.04.2025
557,70 €
from p.p.
routing with maps

The Moselsteig Trail can also "relaxed". We have put together this program especially for connoisseurs. Hike two Moselsteig Trail stages in three sections. Here you don't miss anything from the fascinating landscape in the Moselle Valley.

Included extras

  • Sweet speciality
  • Winetasting at the winemaker
  • Entry to the Buddha museum with tea
  • Moselsteig stamp pass and pin
Map Moselsteig Trail Stages 11 to 12 Bernkastel-Kues to Traben-Trarbach
Map Moselsteig Trail Stages 11 to 12 Bernkastel-Kues to Traben-Trarbach
Map Moselsteig Trail Stage 11 Bernkastel-Kues to Ürzig
Map Moselsteig Trail Stage 11 Bernkastel-Kues to Ürzig
Map Moselsteig Trail Stage 12 Ürzig to Traben-Trarbach
Map Moselsteig Trail Stage 12 Ürzig to Traben-Trarbach

Day 1
Own managed arrival to Bernkastel-Kues

Day 2 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Bernkastel-Kues to Zeltingen-Rachtig
12.5km | Ø 4h | ↑ 382m | ↓ 388m

Day 3 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Zeltingen-Rachtig to Kröv
13.8km | Ø 4.5h | ↑ 481m | ↓ 455m

Day 4 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Kröv to Traben-Trarbach
9.2km | Ø 3h | ↑ 268m | ↓ 174m

Day 5
Lust & mood day in Traben-Trarbach

Day 6
Own managed departure from Traben-Trarbach

travel description
Day 1
Own managed arrival to Bernkastel-Kues
View of Moselle and Landshut Castle near Bernkastel-Kues

Look forward to a relaxed hiking holiday with short stages and an unlimited Moselle valley experience. Bernkastel-Kues is the ideal starting point for hikes on the Middle Moselle. You should arrive early in order to have a close look at the fascinating half-timbered town. In the afternoon we invite you to coffee and handmade cake or ice cream.

Day 2 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Bernkastel-Kues to Zeltingen-Rachtig
View of Zeltingen-Rachtig from the vineyards

At the beginning you hike steadily uphill on this stage of the Moselsteig. From Bernkastel-Kues over the slope edges with fantastic views of the Moselle. After arriving in Zeltingen-Rachtig you can relax on the Zeltingen Markusplatz.

Day 3 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Zeltingen-Rachtig to Kröv
View of Kröv from the vineyards

Cross the Moselle bridge to get to the former Machern monastery. Now it goes up, you walk past the oldest sundial in the Moselle valley to the castle hill. From here you have a far-reaching view of the Wittlich Valley and the Hunsrück. The slate nature trail takes you to Kröv, where you spend the night.

Day 4 - Hike Moselsteig Trail
Kröv to Traben-Trarbach
Wine tasting in a vinotheque

Today's short hike first leads you to an idyllic mountain chapel with a fantastic view over the Moselle. Continuing on the Moselsteig you will reach the ruins of the former fortress of Mont Royal. The French Sun King Louis XIV had these built for a gigantic army of 12,000 men and 3,000 horses. When you arrive in the Art Nouveau town of Traben-Trarbach, we invite you to a winemaker's vinotheque. Get to know the fruity Moselle wines better during a wine tasting.

Day 5
Lust & Mood day in Traben-Trarbach
The Buddha museum in Traben-Trarbach

Immerse yourself in the world of Buddhism. A cup of tea awaits you in the Buddha Museum. Here your mind comes to rest and you can wonderfully relax again at the end of your trip.

Day 6
Own managed departure from Traben-Trarbach
The bridge gate of Traben-Trarbach

A relaxed hiking holiday is coming to an end. You leave the beautiful Moselle region with lots of new impressions.

Program changes reserved

Useful info on
-Arrival Departure Parking
-Luggage transport Transfers
-Accommodation categories
-and much more see further below

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6 Days
Selected date
12.04.2025 - 17.04.2025 | 6 Days
Package: Double room standard accommodation per person
572,00 €
early bird bonus for bookings until 11.01.2025
557,70 €
Package: Double room comfort accommodation per person
713,00 €
early bird bonus for bookings until 11.01.2025
695,18 €
Package: Single room standard accommodation
789,00 €
early bird bonus for bookings until 11.01.2025
769,28 €
Package: Single room comfort accommodation
964,00 €
early bird bonus for bookings until 11.01.2025
939,90 €
additional services show
Pre-night Bernkastel-Kues single room standard accommodation
103,00 €

Pre-night Bernkastel-Kues double room standard accommodation per person
69,50 €

Pre-night Bernkastel-Kues single room comfort accommodation
113,00 €

Pre-night Bernkastel-Kues double room comfort accommodation per person
82,50 €

Post-night Traben-Trarbach single room standard accommodation
103,00 €

Post-night Traben-Trarbach double room standard accommodation per person
67,50 €

Post-night Traben-Trarbach single room comfort accommodation
143,00 €

Post-night Traben-Trarbach double room comfort accommodation per person
86,50 €

Additional wine tasting at the Moselle winemaker
20,00 €

Wine tasting at the VDP-winemaker
30,00 €

Half board - dinner without drinks
175,00 €

Half board vegetarian - dinner without drinks
175,00 €

Packed lunch on each stage day
30,00 €

Overnight stay for your dog
75,00 €

We arrive by car
0,00 €

Chauffeur service for your car from start to finish (excluding possible parking fees)
79,00 €

Transfer area Treis-Karden to Neumagen-Dhron - at the beginning
60,00 €

Transfer area Treis-Karden to Neumagen-Dhron - at the end
60,00 €

1 additional piece of luggage for all stages of your tour up to 20kg max
30,00 €

arrival transfers parking luggage

By public transport
Bernkastel-Kues can be reached from Wittlich train station by bus or taxi. From the "Forum" stop you can easily reach the accommodations in both parts of the city on foot or by taxi.

For the later journey home, Traben-Trarbach has its own small train station in the center of the Traben district, which is served by the Moselweinbahn from/to Bullay. The train station can be easily reached from all accommodations on foot or by taxi.

By plane
There are six airports within a radius of approximately 230 km around Bernkastel-Kues and Traben-Trarbach - Saarbrücken, Luxembourg, Frankfurt/Hahn, Frankfurt, Cologne-Bonn and Düsseldorf. All airports have rental car locations. Alternatively, we are happy to offer you an airport transfer upon request.

By car / Parking
Bernkastel-Kues and Traben-Trarbach are easy to reach by car.

In addition to parking in a limited number of on-site parking spaces, parking in Bernkastel-Kues is easiest in public parking spaces. This is possible and safe in both parts of the city on the left and right of the Moselle.

Most of our accommodations in Traben-Trarbach have a limited number of their own parking spaces. Free parking is also possible in public parking spaces in both districts.

Car chauffeur service
Exclusively with us and useful when your home is closer to Traben-Trarbach than to Bernkastel-Kues. Save yourself the time-consuming return transfer. More info

Person transfer Return transfer
The person transfer from Traben-Trarbach to Bernkastel-Kues takes place every day during our season. Thus, this is possible both at the beginning and at the end of your hiking vacation. Depending on whether you prefer to park your car in Bernkastel-Kues or in Traben-Trarbach.

Departure will be in the morning. You will receive the exact time with your travel documents.

Luggage transport
With our included luggage transport, one piece of luggage per travelling person will be transported to your nearest accommodation until 17:00. Additional pieces of luggage can be booked for 10,00 Euro per leg under the additional services "Additional baggage". The maximum weight per piece of luggage is 20 kg.

categories of accommodation

Accommodations - close to centre in mentioned places
Our centrally located overnight partners on the Moselle are selected middle and superior class hotels, guest houses and inns. All rooms have a bath / toilet or shower / toilet.

Accommodation category standard
In the standard category there are rooms in pensions and guest houses with simple furnishings.

Accommodation category comfort
In the comfort category, we reserve 3-star accommodations for you. At the same time, the rooms are somewhat larger than in the standard category and have "extra" features. If necessary in a quieter location, with new equipment or with a balcony / terrace.

Single room bookings
In many cases, the single rooms booked in your accommodation are double rooms for single use.

general info

Possible start of the journey
For our multi-stage tours, we recommend arriving at the weekend, as experience has shown that availability is then highest.

Holidays Major events
You should book a trip during the holiday weeks, to wine and street festivals or other major events in good time. There may be a surcharge, minimum nights or changes in the program.

Meals Half board Packed lunches
The travel price includes the corresponding rich breakfast for each night of our travel programs. Additional nights and extensions are also included breakfast.

The booking of half board and also packed lunches is possible via the item "Additional services accommodation".

Our tip
Book the packed lunch right away. So you are well equipped during your hikes and independent of the few refreshments at the edge of the trail and their opening hours.

Additional nights Extensions
You can arrive earlier or extend your vacation afterwards. You can reserve additional nights as a pre- or post-night stay when booking your trip. Should you wish to stay one more night in a location during your trip, please let us know using the comment field of your booking or give us a call.

Bed tax Guest tax
We would like to point out that some cities levy a culture tax or bed tax. The fees will be collected directly at your accommodation.

List of accommodation
Specific accommodation names are not available prior to a fixed booking. The background to this is the possibility of daily arrival, which for us excludes the purchase of fixed room quotas. In addition, we work together with several accommodation partners per location – always matching the respective theme of the trip and the requirements of the individual booking.

Special food and accommodation
Necessary requests for special dietary or allergy-prone nutrition or physical limitations are communicated to our service partners with the fixed booking without obligation.

Short-term travel requests
Even short-term travel requests require a binding booking, as otherwise availabilities cannot be queried. If the trip is not possible due to a lack of availability, we will provide you with an alternative offer upon request. If you do not wish this, your booking will be canceled free of charge.

Invoice
A booking confirmation / invoice is issued to the travel applicant for each booking. If you are traveling as a group, but would like separate invoices, please make separate bookings, stating a group name. Subsequent splitting of processes and invoices is not technically possible.

Payment
The down payment is 30% of the travel price plus insurance premium (if travel insurance is also taken out) after receipt of the booking confirmation. The remaining payment is due four weeks before the start of the journey. For bookings less than 6 weeks before the start of the journey, the entire travel price is due immediately.

Travel documents
The travel applicant receives the travel documents and the service vouchers for all travel participants by post approx. 14 days before arrival - provided that the travel price has been paid in full. One set of travel documents is created for each room. This includes: a detailed day-to-day travel description, the hotel list with addresses and check-in information, maps with further tips for visiting and sightseeing, city and local maps, as well as recommendations for places to stop and an emergency contact list. In the case of short-term bookings and a foreign address, we will store the complete travel documents in your first hotel. You will receive the exact travel description including the hotel list in advance by email.

Travel insurance
We recommend that you take out travel insurance including travel cancellation, interruption, rebooking fees and luggage insurance. You can find further information on this under the item "explanations" "Travel Insurance" on our homepage.

services

Services included in this package:

  • 6 days with 5 nights in centrally located hotels & guest houses
  • 5 x rich breakfast

  • 1 x sweet speciality
  • 1 x wine tasting in a vinotheque
  • 1 x entry to the Buddha Museum incl. 1 cup of tea
  • Moselsteig stamp pass & pin
  • Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation

  • 1 x Moselle hiking map and detailed travel description per room
  • GPS-Tracks
  • Tips for travel preparation, restaurant recommendations, tips for refreshments
  • Service hotline 7 days a week

  • Customer money protection via R+V Versicherung

Bookable additional services:

  • Additional wine tasting at the Moselle winemaker
  • Wine tasting at the VDP-winemaker

  • Half board (also vegetarian) in the overnight places
  • Packed lunch for your hiking stages
  • Pre-night stay at the start or destination
  • Post-night stay at the start or destination

  • Accommodation booking for your dog

  • Parking for your car during your trip
  • Chauffeur service for your car from the start to the destination

  • Starting point transfer from the destination to the starting point

  • Travel guide and city tours on request