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Germany's largest lake, the
Bodensee, also known as Lake Constance or the "Swabian Sea", is
traversed by ferries offering excursions between Germany, Austria, and
Switzerland. The Bodensee's Mediterranean-like island of Mainau is
home to a Baroque castle and over 1,000 varieties of roses. Stay at
the Steigenberger Inselhotel, situated on its own island across from the
resort town of Konstanz. The hotel's restaurant serves up fresh
fish caught daily and spectacular views of the lake. Konstanz is
located on the German-Swiss border, and can be reached via a 4 hour train
ride southwest from Munich.
The Romantic Road, or
Romantische Strasse, through Bavaria is a journey not to be missed.
Stretching 180 miles from Wurzburg to Fussen, the Romantic Road is lined
with picturesque medieval towns, villages, and castles. While in
Wurzburg, take time to sample the local white wines served in the opulent
Baroque palace known as the Residenz before moving on to Rothenburg ob
der Tauber. Stay in Rothenburg's world-renowned Hotel Eisenhut, and
discover the remnants of a 12th century chapel in its lobby.
Traveling further, you will discover the towns of Dinkelsbuhl and
Nordlingen, and the royal castles of Hohenschwangau and
Neuschwanstein. Wurzburg is located 74 miles southeast of
Frankfurt, and can be easily reached by train or car.
Germany's
Rhine Valley contains 50 miles of the famous Rhine River, which
winds past vineyards, forests, villages, and castles on its way way from
Mainz to Koblenz. The Rhine can be explored by car on scenic
riverbank roads, or via a breathtaking river cruise. At Koblenz,
the Rhine River intersects with the Mosel River, which winds through
peaceful scenery on an 85 mile stretch between Koblenz and the ancient
city of Trier. Make time to enjoy some local Riesling wine from the
Rhine and Mosel regions. Mainz is 200 miles northwest of Munich and
90 miles south of Cologne. September is peak wine harvesting time,
and October provides the most spectacular foliage.
From modern, clean city centers to majestic castles and countryside, Germany offers an abundance of experiences that will make your trip one to remember!