Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz
Overview
Ride on the oldest German cog railway and visit the amazing Drachenburg Castle on a day trip from Cologne with a Private Guide and transport. Optional: walking tour of the medieval Old Town of Linz am Rhein with picturesque half-timbered houses.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
4-hour: Drachenburg Castle
Visit Drachenburg Castle via Drachenfelsbahn railway. This tour includes private car transfers from Cologne.
6-hour: Drachenburg Castle & Linz
Visit Drachenburg Castle via Drachenfelsbahn railway and explore the historic Old Town of Linz am Rhein. This tour includes private car transfers from Cologne
If you are looking for an epic half-day trip near Cologne, Drachenburg Castle may be your choice. It is a stunning castle built on the Drachenfels mountain with breathtaking views of the Rhein valley. Be picked-up at your accommodation in Cologne by the private car and take a 40-minutes comfortable drive south to the charming Konigswinter.
What's Included
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (6-hour option only)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Entrance tickets to Drachenburg Castle
- Round-trip tickets for the Drachenfelsbahn railway
- Private Half-Day Trip from Cologne to Drachenburg Castle and Linz
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (in a 4-hour option)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Schloss Drachenburg
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Drachenfels Castle
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Drachenfelsbahn
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Linz am Rhein
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Great St. Martin Church
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
- Drachenfelsbahn is a historic railway. In case of the railway being out of service, the driver will get you as close to Drachenburg Castle as possible, but since there is no parking on the site you will have to hike for 10-14 mins to reach the top of the hill.
- Don't let extreme weather spoil your experience, check the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, rain or shine. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-265432P357
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (6-hour option only).
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
- number of attractions depends on the selected option).
- Entrance tickets to Drachenburg Castle.
- Round-trip tickets for the Drachenfelsbahn railway.
- Private Half-Day Trip from Cologne to Drachenburg Castle and Linz.
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language.
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (in a 4-hour option).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (6-hour option only)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
- Number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Entrance tickets to Drachenburg Castle
- Round-trip tickets for the Drachenfelsbahn railway
- Private Half-Day Trip from Cologne to Drachenburg Castle and Linz
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Walking tour of Linz am Rhein Old Town (in a 4-hour option)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
- Drachenfelsbahn is a historic railway. In case of the railway being out of service, the driver will get you as close to Drachenburg Castle as possible, but since there is no parking on the site you will have to hike for 10-14 mins to reach the top of the hill.
- Don't let extreme weather spoil your experience, check the forecast and dress appropriately for the conditions, rain or shine. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger vehicle.
- Operated by a business
