Travel with your German Coast cousins on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to the ancestral homelands of Germany, France, and Switzerland. This unforgettable tour takes you to the very towns and villages your ancestors left behind when they settled along the banks of the Mississippi River in what became known as the German Coast of Louisiana.
These strong and resilient pioneers came to Louisiana under John Law in the early 1700s, forging a new life in a wild and unfamiliar land. Now, you’ll walk in their footsteps—exploring centuries-old churches, quaint villages, and the breathtaking landscapes they once called home.
Reconnect with your roots, celebrate their legacy, and experience the beauty, culture, and history of the land they loved.
This is more than a trip—it’s a homecoming.
Explore the rich history
of your European roots
Landmarks
Heritage Landmarks to visit in Europe
Strasbourg
Cathedral (France)
A breathtaking Gothic
masterpiece and UNESCO World
Heritage site, where countless
ancestors gathered for worship.
Rhine Castles (Germany)
Marvel at fortress-lined hillsides
and legends of the Rhine.
Highlights include Marksburg,
Heidelberg Castle, and
Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
Lake Lucerne
(Switzerland)
A place of timeless beauty, framed
by mountains and historic towns,
offering a glimpse of
Switzerland’s soul.
Alsatian Wine Route
(France)
Scenic vineyards connecting
medieval villages—walk the same
roads ancestors once traveled
Basel Minster
(Switzerland)
A striking red sandstone cathedral
with Romanesque and Gothic
elements, standing since the 12th
century.
Activities
Things you can do in this trip
StrasbourgMedieval Towns
Explore cobblestoned streets of
Strasbourg, Colmar, and Basel
Rhine River Cruise
Glide past vineyards, castles, and
villages along the Rhine—once a
passage for merchants, pilgrims,
and your ancestors.
Visit Ancestral
Churches
Step into centuries-old chapels
where records remain, offering a
powerful link to your family’s
past
Alpine Adventure
Journey through Switzerland’s
mountains by train, cable car, or
trail, with panoramic views of
lakes and peaks once familiar to
your ancestors.
Alsatian Wine Route
Travel through rolling vineyards
and medieval villages, tasting
wines made in the same valleys
your ancestors once farmed.
REIMS’ C Swiss
fondueHMPAGNE
Savor flammekueche, fondue, and
bratwurst—flavors that echo your
ancestral homelands
The Flavors of Europe
A few photos from our past German Coast Ancestral Tour
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TRAVEL NOTES
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Traveling abroad requires a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates. Your passport should not expire before March 9, 2027. The airport may refuse to let you travel if your passport is not valid for six months beyond your travel dates. Please update your passport if needed. Seitz Travel will not be responsible for problems that arise during travel that pertain to your passport not being updated.
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You are required to make your own flight arrangements and airport transfers if you choose the land-only package. Cynthia can help you to book your flights if you need her to help. When making your flight arrangements, you must pay close attention to dates. You should schedule your flight to ARRIVE in Zurich, Switzerland (ZRH is the airport code) on September 5 2026. This means many of you must fly out of the United States on September 4, 2026. You should also schedule your departure flight from Frankfurt, Germany (FRA is the airport code) for September 19, 2026. Please let Cynthia know if you have any questions.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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By proceeding with this package booking, a tour package, you are hereby agreeing to our Terms and Conditions.
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Please be advised that all payments made to Seitz Travel LLC are final, with no possibility of refund or transfer to someone else under any circumstances.
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It is imperative that reservations are secured under the exact name as it appears on your passport. Failure to comply may result in a mandatory name correction fee.
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Be aware that pricing may change without prior notification. To guarantee the current promotional rate, we recommend you book your trip now to secure the lower rate.
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For those electing to use our installment payment option, adherence to the stipulated monthly payment schedule is required to maintain active reservation status. This includes ensuring that any shared accommodation partners are equally responsible for their payment obligations.
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We offer a roommate matching service for those in need of a roommate.
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If you choose our payment plan, monthly payments are required to keep your reservations current unless you make larger monthly payments than what is required. You must ensure your roommate, if applicable, is also making timely monthly payments.
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Airline seat assignments are solely up to the airlines.
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If you require another class of service other than the economy seats that are included in the full package, you should purchase the land-only package.
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A fee for name changes is imposed as follows: $200 prior to the final payment deadline as indicated on your invoice; thereafter, a fee of $250 plus any additional charges levied by our suppliers will apply.
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A late payment fee of $250 per individual is mandated subsequent to the final payment cut-off date as specified on your invoice.
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All requests for delayed payment consideration must receive prior approval from our management team before the established final payment deadline.