Romantic Germany
Along the romantic road in southern Germany
Enjoy scenic drives along Germany's Romantic Road on this 8-night vacation! From Frankfurt to Fussen (and a stop in Austria!), become enamored with fairy tale villages, dreamy castles, historic cities, and more.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Frankfurt (FRA)
- Automatic, economy-sized rental car for 8 nights, including unlimited mileage, air conditioning & mandatory insurances
- Pick up and drop off at Frankfurt Airport
- 8 nights' accommodation in the following hotels, or similar
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Mövenpick Frankfurt City
- 1 night in the Black Forest area at the Best Western Hotel Hofgut Sternen
- 1 night in Fussen at the Hotel Hirsch
- 1 night in Innsbruck at the Grauer Bär
- 2 nights in Munich at the Eden Wolff
- 1 night in Nuremberg at the Novotel Centre Ville
- 1 night in Rothenburg at the Eisenhut Hotel*
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: The drive from Rothenburg to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 2.5 hours. If your flight departs in the morning on day 9, then your last night will be booked at a hotel in Frankfurt, (the Movenpick Frankfurt, or similar), rather than Rothenburg.
**Please note: City taxes may not be included in your room rate. If this is the case, you will be required to pay the hotel in destination. City taxes vary by hotel and are subject to change without notice, but typically are 5 Euro per person, per night.
Great Ways to Explore
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Begin and end your vacation in Frankfurt, Germany's financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank.
- Drive through the fabled Black Forest, the setting of the Brothers Grimm "Hansel and Gretel" folk tale.
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Explore Neuschwanstein Castle just outside of Fussen. This castle was the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle!
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Pop over to Austria and spend one night in Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps known for its winter sports.
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Stroll through charming Rothenburg, known as Germany's best-preserved medieval town and a highlight of the Romantic Road.
Germany is full of romance: fairy tale villages, medieval castles, and lovely scenic drives. Take your sweetheart on this 8-night vacation through southern Germany!
Begin in Frankfurt, a city at once strikingly modern and old world. See the half-timbered houses lining the street in Altstadt (Old Town) before driving to the Black Forest. Spend one night in the beautiful countryside where the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel" was born! From the Black Forest, head into the heart of Bavaria in Fussen and see the legendary Neuschwanstein Castle.
Drive across the German border and spend one night in Innsbruck, known as the Capital of the Alps. Explore this typical Austrian city before driving to the capital of Bavaria, Munich! Say "prost" with a mug of frosty beer at one of the many beer halls in the city. Spend your last nights in Nuremberg and Rothenburg. Take in as many romantic vistas as you can before returning to Frankfurt.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Frankfurt (FRA)
- Automatic, economy-sized rental car for 8 nights, including unlimited mileage, air conditioning & mandatory insurances
- Pick up and drop off at Frankfurt Airport
- 8 nights' accommodation in the following hotels, or similar
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Mövenpick Frankfurt City
- 1 night in the Black Forest area at the Best Western Hotel Hofgut Sternen
- 1 night in Fussen at the Hotel Hirsch
- 1 night in Innsbruck at the Grauer Bär
- 2 nights in Munich at the Eden Wolff
- 1 night in Nuremberg at the Novotel Centre Ville
- 1 night in Rothenburg at the Eisenhut Hotel*
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: The drive from Rothenburg to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 2.5 hours. If your flight departs in the morning on day 9, then your last night will be booked at a hotel in Frankfurt, (the Movenpick Frankfurt, or similar), rather than Rothenburg.
**Please note: City taxes may not be included in your room rate. If this is the case, you will be required to pay the hotel in destination. City taxes vary by hotel and are subject to change without notice, but typically are 5 Euro per person, per night.
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Begin and end your vacation in Frankfurt, Germany's financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank.
- Drive through the fabled Black Forest, the setting of the Brothers Grimm "Hansel and Gretel" folk tale.
-
Explore Neuschwanstein Castle just outside of Fussen. This castle was the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle!
-
Pop over to Austria and spend one night in Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps known for its winter sports.
-
Stroll through charming Rothenburg, known as Germany's best-preserved medieval town and a highlight of the Romantic Road.
Germany is full of romance: fairy tale villages, medieval castles, and lovely scenic drives. Take your sweetheart on this 8-night vacation through southern Germany!
Begin in Frankfurt, a city at once strikingly modern and old world. See the half-timbered houses lining the street in Altstadt (Old Town) before driving to the Black Forest. Spend one night in the beautiful countryside where the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel" was born! From the Black Forest, head into the heart of Bavaria in Fussen and see the legendary Neuschwanstein Castle.
Drive across the German border and spend one night in Innsbruck, known as the Capital of the Alps. Explore this typical Austrian city before driving to the capital of Bavaria, Munich! Say "prost" with a mug of frosty beer at one of the many beer halls in the city. Spend your last nights in Nuremberg and Rothenburg. Take in as many romantic vistas as you can before returning to Frankfurt.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Frankfurt!
Say "Guten tag" to Germany! Arrive at Frankfurt airport and pick up your rental car, then drive to your accommodation in the city.
Located on the river Main, Frankfurt is a major financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank. Head to Altstadt (Old Town) and stroll through Romerburg square. In December, the square hosts a famous Christmas Market!
Enjoy the comfort of this modern four-star hotel in Frankfurt that's just a 4-minute walk to the Frankfurt Main Taunusanlage S-Bahn Station, 7-minute drive to Frankfurt Old Town, and 15-minute drive to the Frankfurt Zoo. Other nearby attractions include the historic St. Paul's Church and Staedel Museum.
Guests can relax with a snack and drink in the Open Lobby, or enjoy a meal at the hotel's restaurant Francis that serves a wide array of cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. When you stay at Holiday Inn Frankfurt Alte Oper, you are met with the upmost hospitality and are near some of the best places to visit in Frankfurt! Guests rooms are comfortably decorated and feature everything a traveler needs including free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and more. A business center, gym, and laundry facilities are also located on-site.
This 4-star hotel is right in the center of Frankfurt between Frankfurt Exhibition Halls and Musemsufer. Guests have access to amenities such as the 24-hour gym, on-site restaurant, and bar. A daily Scandic breakfast buffet is served and a wide range of cuisine is offered at the restaurant.
A standard guest room includes air-conditioning, private bathroom, a work desk, Nespresso machine, and mini-fridge. Additionally, rooms include a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and room service.
The hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the main station, and Frankfurt Airport is 12-minutes away. Some great attractions near the hotel include Cathedral Museum, Commerzbank Tower, and the German Film Museum – all of which are under a mile away.
Day 2. Frankfurt - Heidelberg - Black Forest
Leave Frankfurt today and drive to the Black Forest, with a stop in Heidelberg along the way. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is Germany‘s oldest university town and is one of the most popular destinations in the country.
Visit the famous castle reached by cable car and explore its historic city center. After touring Heidelberg, continue on to the famous Black Forest region, the setting of the Brothers Grimm "Hansel and Gretel" tale. Cap off the day with a slice of black forest cake!
Check-in - Best Western Hotel Hofgut Sternen
Nestled in the Black Forest countryside, the Best Western Hotel Hofgut Sternen offers comfortable yet rustic lodgings while being surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Enjoy beautiful surroundings and outdoor activities like biking, skiing, hiking, shopping for souvenirs at the on-site Black Forest cuckoo clock and glassblowers shop, and even visiting the oldest chapel of the Higher Black Forest, St. Oswald's. Guests can enjoy breakfast served up every morning, take their pick between 2 on-site restaurants, a bar, and the lovely grounds and terrace for seasonal dining.
Rooms are comfortable, spacious, and come with tea and coffee making facilities, a safe, a flat-screen TV, blackout curtains, a desk, and a private bathroom as well as a hairdryer. Some rooms also feature a balcony. With the stunning arches of the train station within view, the B31 provides easy access between Freiburg and Titisee. Guests can also enjoy skiing down Feldberg Mountain, which is only 9 miles away. The Hinterzarten Train station is only 3 miles from the hotel, and the A5 highway is 16 miles away.
Day 3. Black Forest - Lake Titisee - Landau - Fussen
Say goodbye to the Black Forest as you drive to Fussen. On the way, you may want to see Lake Titisee and the small island of Lindau in Lake Constance, which offers spectacular views of the Alps. Weather permitting, take the Alpine road from Lindau to Oberstaufen and Immenstadt to Fussen.Â
Upon arrival in Fussen, check into your accommodation and then see St Mang's Basilica, which holds the oldest fresco in Germany.Â
Check-in - Hotel Hirsch
Day 4. Fussen - Neuschwanstein - Oberammergau - Linderhof - Innsbruck
As you make your way to Innsbruck, pay a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle, built by Ludwig II, known as the “Mad King." This castle may look familiar: it served as the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle!
You may also want to visit Linderhof Castle, another King Ludwig II castle and the only one where he actually lived for a significant amount of time. You can also visit Oberammergau village, famous for its tradition of mounting Passion Plays and woodcarving.Â
The end of the day should bring you to Innsbruck just across the German border in Austria. Located in the gorgeous deep valley of the River Inn, Innsbruck is a historic city with a stunning backdrop of the scenic Karwendel Mountains to the north and Tuxer Mountains to the south.Â
The hotel Grauer Bar combines special comfort with a fresh modern style. It offers 196 newly renovated rooms and stands out from other hotels with its unique wellness area located on the 5th floor offering a panoramic view of the surrounding Alps. The wellness area includes a swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, solarium and fitness room.
Living in the heart of Old Town along the Inn River, the Hotel Innsbruck offers a modern stay among history. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the premises, an indoor pool, 2 spa areas which include a sun terrace, an infrared cabin, a Finnish sauna, nude and non-nude areas, panoramic views over Old Town, spa treatments, and more. Underground parking is available for a surcharge 200 feet away from the hotel.
Rooms are charming and comfortable, with air conditioning, a safe, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and a private bathroom including bathrobes, slippers, and a hairdryer. Sofa beds come with some rooms, and hypo-allergenic bedding is available upon request. The Hungerburgnahn Cable Care and the Congress Center can be reached on foot in 5 minutes, and the area is perfect for city exploration, shopping and admiring the Old Town.
Day 5. Innsbruck - Munich
Spend the morning and afternoon exploring Innsbruck! See the opulent interiors of the Imperial Palace, completed in the year 1500 under Emperor Maximilian I. Don't miss the Imperial Gardens with its giant chess board!
Drive approximately 2 hours to your next destination of Munich. As the capital of Bavaria, Munich is famous for its annual Oktoberfest and beer halls, Marienplatz square, and iconic cathedral.Â
After settling into your accommodation, head to Viktualienmarkt, a sprawling daily food market in the Old Town. Pick up some tasty treats, then take in the sights of nearby Marienplatz, always buzzing with activity.
Holiday Inn City is located just a 15 minute walk from Munich's city center. Guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi, coffee/tea making facilities, and television. There is an onsite restaurant serving Bavarian and International cuisine, as well as a bar for cocktails or coffee. The hotel offers meeting rooms and has an onsite mini-mart.
The Hotel Europa Munich provides the comfort of a casual hotel with the promise of sustainability. 162 rooms are available all of which come with an LCD flat screen TV, private bathroom, minbar, coffee/tea maker, and more. Rooms are fueled by 100% CO2 free electricty and use energy saving light bulbs to create a more sustainable environment. Daily housekeeping is available; ask staff about the Quick Laundry Return service provided.
Engage with the beautiful weather out in Munich by relaxing at the hotel's gorgeous terrace or any of the outdoor seating areas. While indoors, enjoy unlimited access to free wi-fi, daily newspapers, and public lounging areas. Daily breakfast is served with a varying menu consisting of international cuisine. Similar style meals are served for lunch and dinner at the Clevinci Restaurant. Adults can grab a drink at the Simply Wunder Bar from 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm daily.
Some points of interest near the hotel include Marienplatz, the BMW Museum, Deutsches Museum, Lenbachhaus, Nymphenburg Palace, and others.
Day 6. Munich
Today you have a full free day to enjoy Munich! Consider a visit to Residenz, Munich's number one attraction. Home to Bavaria's Wittelsbach rulers from 1508 until WWI, the former palace turned museum is a gilded royal wonderland.
Also worth a visit is one of three Pinakothek museums, home to fabulous canvases from the Middle Ages to present day.Â
End the day at Hofbrauhaus, Munich's oldest beer hall dating back to the 16th century. Take a seat at one of the long wooden tables and enjoy a frosty beer and traditional Bavarian meal!
Day 7. Munich - Nuremberg
After breakfast, drive approximately 2 hours toward Nuremberg in northern Bavaria. For centuries, Nuremberg was the undeclared capital of the Holy Roman Empire and the preferred residence of most German kings.
While severely damaged during WWII, the city has been rebuilt and is considered one of the highlights in Bavaria. Spend the day visiting the city’s historic city center, well-preserved castle, Gothic churches, romantic houses, and peaceful squares.Â
Enjoy your stay at the chic Novotel Hotel Nuernberg Center, a dazzling 4-star hotel that features a fitness center, an indoor pool, a sauna, a sun terrace, a hotel bar, and public parking.
The Christmas Market is under a mile away, with the Meistersingerhalle Congress & Event Hall just over a mile away. Nuremberg's main train station is 350 feet away, and the Nuremberg airport is a little over three miles away. Rooms are equipped with soundproofed walls, a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.
The Karl August - a Neighborhood Hotel is a 4-star accommodation located in the center of Nuremberg. The Lorenzkirche U-Bahn station is just a 3-minute walk away, while other nearby attractions include the Ruins of St. Catherine's Church, Fountail Ehekarussell, Imperial Castle of Nuremberg, and the Clock Museum. Additionally, guests are just 3.1 miles away from Nurnberg Airport.
Visitors can make excursion arrangements with staff at the 24-hour front desk and concierge service. The property is fully air-conditioned and features free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, spa, sauna, and swimming pool. Dining options include a delicious restaurant, bar, cafe, and an outdoor terrace.
Guest rooms are equipped with a closet, flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, fresh bed linen, and extra bath towels. Guests can also utilize a safety deposit box, while select rooms include a balcony with extraordinary views of the river.
Day 8. Nuremberg - Rothenburg
Today, drive approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a lovely medieval town and one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Germany! Surrounded by thick medieval walls, the city overlooks the Tauber River and is notable for its colorful array of half-timbered houses. For the best view of the town and surrounding countryside, climb the Town Hall tower.Â
Please note: The drive from Rothenburg to Frankfurt Airport is approximately 2.5 hours. If your flight departs in the morning on day 9, then your last night will be booked at a hotel in Frankfurt, (the Movenpick Frankfurt, or similar), rather than in Rothenburg.
Check-in - Hotel Eisenhut
Hotel Eisenhut is located right in the center of Rothenburg with stunning views across the Tauber Valley – a great base for exploring all of the attractions Rothenburg has to offer. Just a short walk away you will reach the Kathe Wohlfahrts Christmas Museum, Rothenburg Town Hall and the Toy museum.
Day 9. Depart Germany
Say "auf Wiedersehen" to Germany! Drive to Frankfurt Airport to return your rental car, then transfer to your departure gate for your flight home.
*Please note the drive is approximately 2.5 hours, so if your return flight leaves in the morning, you will need to drive from Rothenburg to Frankfurt on Day 8, and stay in Frankfurt your last night. If staying in Rothenburg, please allow enough time to return your rental car and arrive at the airport at least 2-3 hours prior to departure.