Let the German winter adventure begin and go on one of these amazing winter tours in Germany that will not disappoint! We love going on tours that give you a closer or different perspective of a place which is why we specifically picked the following 10 best tours for you to check out.
Cochem: Panoramic Cruise on the Moselle River
While Cochem is one of the most magical places to visit in Germany any time of the year, it offers some amazing winter activities too. Taking the boat through the gorgeous Moselle Valley is by far our favorite thing to do in Cochem. It gives you a totally different perspective of this charming town and lets you relax with a hot cup of mulled wine, hot chocolate or whatever you desire!
Book your Moselle Valley boat trip now!
Bamberg: Beer & Brewery Tour
Bamberg is an amazing city to visit in winter in Germany. Its beautiful old town will make you feel like you’ve entered a different time. Bamberg is specifically known for having the highest density of breweries in the entire world. So what better way to experience Bamberg culture than going on one of the amazing brewery tours! We loved trying all the different beers from all the different breweries!
Book your brewery tour in Bamberg now!
Cologne: Rhine River Winter Cruise with Festive Music
One of Germany’s most beautiful rivers? You might have guessed it: it’s the Rhine river! On your trip to Germany, you’ll probably be visiting Cologne and its majestic cathedral anyway, so why not cozy up on one of the most beautiful cruises Germany has to offer?
Book one of the most beautiful boat tours right now!
Zugspitze: Snow Shoe Hiking Tour with magical Mountain View
Snow shoe hiking has got to be on your agenda for visiting snowy Germany. And believe us when we say there’s no better place to do this than in the German Alps. Snow is guaranteed and the views will be some of the best you’ll ever have in your entire life. Highly recommend going on this tour for a day you will remember forever!
Book your snow show hiking tour now!
Berlin: Christmas Sightseeing Boat Tour
We are well aware that a lot of people will be coming to Germany to visit the capital: Berlin. There’s so much to do here, but one experience definitely stood out: Cruising on the Spree while enjoying hot drinks and some of the best views you will get in Berlin.
Book your wintery sightseeing tour in Berlin now!
Nuremberg: Tunnels and Secret Passages in the City Wall Tour
Winter is a mystical time of year, so why not make a point to include mystical tours in your itinerary? Exactly! These kinds of tours are so unique, which is why we love doing them! Put on your winter attire and go exploring beneath the city while learning about the medieval city of Nuremberg!
Book your city wall tour in Nuremberg now!
From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip
We had to include this one in our list because who wouldn’t want to go see the Neuschwanstein castle when visiting Germany? If you’ve been scrolling social media, you’ve probably already seen the gorgeous castle and how beautiful it looks in winter! This is a must-do when in southern Germany for sure! If you’re already in Munich, then this tour will be the perfect fit.
Book your tour now to make sure you’ll get a ticket before it’s sold out!
Bavarian Salt Mine Tour and Berchtesgaden
We love vacationing in Berchtesgaden! They have this amazing salt mine tour where they take you on an underground boat tour and give you all kinds of Bavarian specialities to try! We’ve only heard amazing things about this tour which is why it made it on our list!
Heidelberg: Night Watchman Historic Adventure Tour
The city of Heidelberg is one THE places to visit when in Germany. So make sure not to skip it on your winter trip. If you want to learn more about the city and are up for a little adventure, we highly recommend booking this unique historic tour that will show you the city from a perspective you won’t get anywhere else!
Book your Heidelberg adventure tour now!
Stuttgart: Winter Tour in a Covered Wagon
In case you don’t know yet: Covered Wagon tours are a HUGE thing in Germany. You will see them in summer everywhere, so how cool to find one that is offered in winter?! It’s a wagon that is pulled by tractor taking you through beautiful landscapes while you ge to eat and drink some local treats! It’s a unique and very German way of exploring a place, so we highly recommend trying it out!
Book your winter covered wagon tour now!
Are you looking for more inspiration like winter hikes and snowy places to visit in Germany? Then make sure to check out our blog posts about these topics too!
If you need even more inspiration, you should go ahead and download one of our Germany maps from the links below!
Our Interactive Maps of Germany
About the Authors
Ryne and Denise Cook: We’ve lived in Germany for quite a while now (Denise her whole life) and absolutely fell in love with the stunning landscapes, castles, cute towns and amazing hikes. We truly believe winter is a magical time to visit Germany!
