Scout holidays and scouts tours to Germany - Venture Abroad

Experience a Scout camp with a difference! Situated approximately 60 miles south east of Frankfurt am Main, the Scout and Guide Castle Rieneck offers groups a fantastic camping holiday in the heart of Europe. Set in marvellous surroundings, picturesque and unspoiled countryside, Castle Rieneck is a perfect base for camping, hiking and cycling your way across rural Germany.

Dating back to 1169, the castle retains its medieval feel and many of the activities at the castle have their roots in this period. Your Troop will have a truly unique experience as they take part in medieval style activities which include a knights’ tournament, constructing a life size catapult, recreating medical artifacts or trying your hand at the traditional game of Tafl, all within the castle walls.

Our Team's Top Activities...

• Knights’ Tournament

An absolute must do activity for those staying at Castle Rieneck. Work your way around the castle as you test both your physical and mental ability and compete in different activities including archery, tower building and sack fights!

• Catapult Building

Pool your ideas to form a construction plan, before attempting to turn two and three meter long poles into a robust catapult. Work together and test your knot knowledge before finding out which team’s creation throws the furthest.

Other Activities Include...

• Traditional Games
• Campfires
• Hands-on workshops
• Voluntary work
• High Ropes Course
• Canoe Tours
• Forest Activities
• Hiking
• Bowling
• Swimming
• City Trails

The Scout Castle Rieneck runs an exciting programme of activities and adventures that you can book directly through the centre. The programme allows groups to discover the castle and its fascinating surroundings, as well as participate in exciting activities. With the high rope course, river safari, medieval crafts and various team challenges, there’s something for everyone in this unique Scout camp.

Prices are based on a self-catering option.

Depart UK	Accommodation	Board basis	Days / Nights	Price per person
July & August 2012	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£349

What's Included

• ATOL protected return flights from London Stansted or Manchester; flights from other UK airports can be arranged on request and for a supplement
• One piece of checked hold baggage per person, subject to airline weight and dimension restrictions
• One piece of hand baggage per person, subject to airline weight and dimension restrictions
• Low-Cost airline check-in, baggage fees and other charges (excluding excess baggage)
• 7 nights accommodation in tents provided by Venture Abroad
• Catering equipment and dining area for self-catering groups
• All campsite equipment set up ready for groups arrival
• Services of the onsite Venture Abroad Representative
• Full tour and itinerary planning
• 1 x drawstring bag per passenger
• Luggage labels for the group plus payment cards on request
• VAT (at current rate) on tour operator’s margin (non-reclaimable)
• No currency surcharges (guaranteed upon confirmation of booking)
• The reassurance of an externally audited safety management system and the security of our 24-hour emergency contact service throughout your tour

Venture Abroad provides the tents for your stay and these will be set up on the campsite within the castle’s grounds. There are modern wash-house facilities and a fire place with a large campsite circle. Cooking equipment will be provided for your stay; all you need to bring is personal crockery, cutlery and sleeping bags/pillows.