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- Neuschwanstein. Perhaps "Mad" King Ludwig II was eccentric in his choice of a fairy-tale-inspired neo-Romanesque style for his castle, but his choice of setting was pure genius.
- Watch the Glockenspiel in Marienplatz, Munich. Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is the third largest city in the country and home to many of Germany's top tourist attractions.
- Explore Zugspitze and the Bavarian Alps. Bavaria's Zugspitze is part of the Wetterstein Alpine mountain range that spans the frontier between Austria and Germany.
- Nymphenburg and the Residenz, Munich's Royal Palaces. The Munich Residenz, the seat of the dukes, electors, and kings of Bavaria for centuries, is one of Europe's most spectacular palaces.
- Day 1: Fly Into Munich
- Day 2: Munich and A Day Trip
- Day 3: Rent A Car and Head to Garmisch
- Day 4: Linderhof, Neuschwanstein, and (Optional) Oberammergau
- Day 5: Garmisch-Partenkirchen and The Partnach Gorge
- Day 6: Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber
- Day 7 and 8: Nuremberg
- Day 9: Day Trip to Bamberg
- Day 10: Regensburg
- Where to Stay on This 10 Day Bavaria Trip
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If you are flying in from the US to Bavaria, then you are most likely going to land in Munich in the morning. Even though you didn’t get much sleep on your flight, we aren’t going to waste any time. Contact your hotel ahead of time to ask if you can drop off your bags (and you never know, if you ask nicely enough they just might even have a room re...
Today is going to be another packed, but very worthwhile day. After a hearty breakfast at your hotel (or some insanely delicious pastries from a local Backereri) we are off for the day. Follow my 2 Days in Munich Itineraryto get exact details, directions, insider tips, and a walking guide for the day. Head off in the morning to the sobering Dachau ...
This morning, get your car rental early and head down to the breathtaking Bavarian Alps. Don’t worry, driving in Germany is easy with these tips. It takes about 1.5 hours to get from Munich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, but you’ll still want to get a head start on your day, as you’ll want plenty of time for the day’s activities. PRO TIP:The next few d...
Today, we are going to be doing some day trips from Garmisch so that we don’t have to keep hotel hopping. We’ll be seeing some of the most iconic Bavaria castles in Germany. While still in Garmisch, find a local Backerei in the morning and pick up some goodies and food for the day. While you can get some food around Neuschwanstein Castle, there are...
Today we are going to explore more of the actual town(s) of Garmisch and Partenkirchen, sometimes affectionately known as Ga-Pa. Start your morning just exploring the Altstadt of Garmisch. Make sure you wander down both Ludwigsstrasse as well as Am Kurpark. There are some more stunning Lüftlmalerei (painted facades) that make this a charming Bavari...
Next up on our 10 days in Germany itinerary is going to be part of the Bavaria Romantic Road, but done in reverse! It actually “ends” at the Neuschwanstein Castle, which we’ve already visited. So, now we’ll head north along the Romantic Road to one of the most picturesque towns in all of Germany, Rothenburg ob der Tauber! Important Note:It does tak...
Once again, after a good hearty breakfast, it is time to continue our 10 days in Germany. We’ve spent a lot of time in the “South” so now it’s time to head to the “North” of Bavaria with one of the most famous Northern Bavaria Cities, Nuremberg. We’ve been going pretty fast-paced so we are going to slow down a bit here. Use my Favorite Things To Do...
Leave your car behind and get the Bavaria Train Ticket and head to Bamberg for the day. This is one of the many Bavaria Germany cities known for its beer, but not just ANY beer…the RAUCHBIER!!!!This “smoked beer” is something you either love or hate, but either way is an absolute MUST try while in Bamberg! But there are plenty of Bamberg things to ...
Today is your final day in the beautiful Bavaria area, but we actually have one of my favorite Bavaria Germany cities to visit still to see. Today, on your way back to Munich, from Nuremberg, we are going to do a quick day trip and pit stop in a truly underrated city, Regensburg! You’ll need anywhere from about 3-6 hours, depending on how fast you ...
There are obviously so many options in each of the cities. Below I’ve listed some of the best rated (and/or personally stayed at) locations that I recommend for every price range.
Explore the best of Bavaria, the culturally rich and scenic region of Germany, with this 10-day guide by a local expert. Learn when to visit, how to get around, what to eat, and where to stay in this ultimate Bavaria itinerary.
- Munich, Germany
- 09441 2040
- Visit the Zugspitze. Address. Zugspitze. At 9,718 feet, the Zugspitze is the highest peak of Germany and is reachable by a 10-minute cable car or a 35-minute train.
- Visit the World's Oldest Brewery. Address. Asamstraße 32, 93309 Kelheim, Germany. Phone +49 9441 2040. Web Visit website. If you won't arrive in time for Oktoberfest, you can still get an authentic beer experience in Bavaria by visiting the world's oldest brewery.
- Take in the City Sights of Munich. Address. Munich, Germany. Phone +49 89 38666390. Web Visit website. Munich—or München—is the capital of Bavaria and the gateway to the Alps.
- Tour the Disney-Like Neuschwanstein Castle. Address. Neuschwansteinstraße 20, 87645 Schwangau, Germany. Phone +49 8362 930830. Web Visit website.
- Explore Munich. We only had one day in Munich and it definitely wasn’t enough. But the best way to make the most of it is to take a cycling tour with Radius Tours.
- Neuschwanstein Castle. It’s the fairytale castle you’ve always dreamed about. Located an hour and forty-five minutes from Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Bavaria.
- Hopfensee. The nearby village of Hopfensee was a beautiful and peaceful stop after the chaos of Neuschwanstein. Hopfensee is a lovely place for lunch overlooking the warmest lake in the upper Bavarian Alps.
- Chill Out in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. After our time at Hopfensee, we drove directly to Garmisch Partenkirchen where we made our base for a couple of days.
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