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. Surrounded by picturesque and unspoiled countryside, Castle Rieneck is a perfect base for hiking and discovering 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. Take part in a knights’ tournament, learn how to construct a catapult or try your hand at the traditional game of Tafl, all within the castle walls.

On-Site

• Knights' Tournament
• Traditional Games
• Campfires
• Hands-on workshops
• Voluntary work

Off-Site

• 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 such as the high rope course or a canoe tour.

Prices are based on a self-catering option.

Full board option: the centre offers an excellent full board option which includes three good meals per day and gives greater flexibility when planning your activities.

Depart UK	Accommodation	Board basis	Days / Nights	Price per person
Saturday 21st May 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£299
Saturday 23rd July 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£299
Saturday 20th August 2011	Tents	Self-catering	8/7	£299

What's Included

• Return coach journey on a 49 seat executive coach from London and the South East area
• Dover-Calais ferry crossings One piece of checked hold baggage per person, subject to airline weight and dimension restrictions
• Use of your coach in resort on 3 days during your tour
• 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

Please note that we can be flexible on the above dates, contact us for a tailor-made quotation.

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.