Programme for Accompanying persons
Monday, October 18, 2010, 09.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (full day)
"Cologne at its best - Dom, Eau de Cologne & Chocolate"
Take a closer look at the best known sites of Cologne. Explore the famous Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom) on this guided tour, discover the secrets of "Eau de Cologne" in a very special workshop and learn how to manufacture the finest chocolates. A guide will be at your side with some very special "shopping-tips".
Guided tour and workshop incl. lunch and 2 soft drinks.
Monday, October 18, 2010, 9.30 p.m. (evening)
Private Organ Concert in the Cologne Cathedral
The cathedral of Cologne is a World Heritage Site, one of the best-known architectural monuments in Germany, and Cologne's most famous landmark, described by UNESCO as an "exceptional work of human creative genius". It is visited by 20 thousand people every day.
It is an exceptional pleasure to listen to the organ concert that will be arranged exclusively for the participants of the WAZA Conference in Cologne. Please enjoy!
Meeting point: main entrance of the Cologne Cathedral
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 09.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (full day)
"The Romantic Rhine"
A river valley like in a poem: between the areas Rheingau and Siebengebirge you can see whatever the "Romantic Rhine" promises: impressive fortresses, high rocks, steep vineyards and little villages like from a picture book.
We will take you on a boat trip from Bonn to Bahnhof Rolandseck, where you will enjoy a lunch break in a very special location. After lunch, we will discover the Castle Drachenburg. A romantic building surrounded by the wonderful nature of the Siebengebirge, which is definitely worth to see.
Guided tour incl. lunch and 2 soft drinks.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. (afternoon)
"Cologne Rendezvous"
Would you like to have a closer look at the typical Cologne lifestyle? On this tour you will meet historical figures and personalities (living history) - who present this very special Cologne feeling. In several points of interest we invite you to experience extraordinary performances - they will make your walking tour through the old part of Cologne unforgettable!!
This programme will be joined by all conference participants.
Thursday, October 21, 2010, 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (half day)
"Art in the city - pure luxury"
Visit the Romano-Germanic Museum with the worldwide largest collection of Roman glass vessels and a unique collection of Roman and early mediaeval jewellery. This guided tour will present the highlights of this museum and you can discover the meaning of luxury during the Roman period.
From antique luxury to luxury goods of our times: Chocolate! After your visit to the Roman Museum, you can experience 3,000 years of chocolate history at the Chocolate Museum (guided tour).