Enjoy a Day in Dortmund than Duisburg and finally Wuppertal

You arrived at your last day in this trip. Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel restaurant, then go to your first destination, which is the St Reinold`s church.
The impressive building with its 104-meter-tall tower is visible from miles away. It stands in the middle of the city at the crossing of a historic trade route (Hellweg and Cologne to Bremen). The construction of the church began in the 13th century and was completed in 1454. It was named after the patron of the city, Reinold. Originally it was built as a palatine church in the Ottonian era, but during the latest construction its style changed to Romanesque with a late gothic effect.
As you are walking in, you will find a Romanesque Basilica with three nave and three bays as well as a transept. In the east you discover a crossing which is adjoined by two bay Gothic Hall chancel with an apse. The apse is higher than the nave. The sacristy is situated between the transept and the chancel.
The vertical effect is determined by the lancet windows and the horizontal effect is emphasized by the double structured windows. The choir is supported by narrow buttresses from outside.
While you are climbing up to the tower, check out the six steel bells which where added to the building during its reconstruction after the WWII in 1954. Enjoy the beautiful view of the city.
Opening hours of the church Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday after the service until 2 p.m.

Continue your trip and visit a castle ruin from around 1100. It contains two large keeps, living quarters and remains of the old wall. In 1930 a war memorial built here as a commemoration for WWI. The ruins are beautiful and offers a nice view over the river.

Before you are heading to your next destination, stop for a lunch. Enjoy the delicious traditional food and the relaxing atmosphere.
Opening Hours Mon-Sat from 10 a.m., Sundays/holidays from 12 p.m., daily hot meals from 11.30 a.m.

After lunch you are heading back to Cologne. But first stop in the heart of Duisburg. Salvatorkirche is situated at the Burgplatz. It was built in the early 14th century in late Gothic style by Teutonic Order. During its history the basilica was renovated a few times.
Inside the Gothic Basilica, you discover the three naves with six bay naves. Other features are the polygonal choir, the Gothic chapel in the southern side, the tracery with its rich decoration, and the beautiful, stained windows.
In the 14th and 15th century, the tower was 112 meters high. It was damaged during the Second World War. Immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of the church, admire its features and unfold the stories which you can see on the stained windows.
Opening Hours Closed on Mondays Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m Sunday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m

Your next stop is one of the twelve manors in the co called Amt Solingen which was a former administrative and judicial district in the Duchy of Berg. The Baroque moated castle was first mentioned in the 13th century. Its architectural design was created in the 1600s.
The building with its two and half stories is situated on a large courtyard and attached to a tower. There are dormer windows in its roof. The castle complex also contains a baroque gate with a former gate tower, a modern half-timbered mill tower, former mill, a coach house, a bakery, and the servant`s house.
The manor is surrounded by ponds and the adjacent piece of forest. Walk around and admire this beautiful place, then grab a cup of coffee or a slice of freshly baked cake at the café which is situated in the main building.
Opening Hours Manor 24 hours
Café Closed on Mondays Tuesday – Friday 11:00 am- 18:00pm Saturday - Sunday 10:00am - 18:00am

Finish this great journey with a delicious dinner. The uniquely decorated restaurant offers a vide range of food and drinks. While you are enjoying your dinner, immerse yourself in the relaxing atmosphere.
Opening hours Monday - Thursday 11:00 - 00:00 Friday - Saturday 11:00 - 01:00 Sunday 12:00 - 00:00