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The best of Bavaria, beyond the mainstream
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Bavaria’s stunning landscapes, deep-rooted traditions, wealth of cultural monuments and diverse UNESCO World Heritage sites make it a must-visit destination in Germany. You can head to famous landmarks, breathtaking national parks, captivating castles and buzzing cities, before discovering lakeside retreats, ornate palaces, family-run vineyards, lesser-known towns and, of course, plenty of beer.
Bavaria is also a haven for adventure seekers, with its turquoise lakes perfect for wild swimming and water sports, and high peaks made for epic hikes and ski days. Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2025, the scenicRomantic Road (Romantische Strasse) winds through the state and provides a good introduction to key people, places and periods in Bavaria’s fascinating history.
Next year marks the 75th anniversary of theRomantic Road, a well-traveled holiday route which traverses the Bavarian countryside and connects some of the state’s finest locations and landmarks.
The northern terminus isWürzburg, a city known for its bold Baroque architecture, in particular the UNESCO-listedWürzburg Residenz built in the 18th century to house the city's prince-bishops. There’s also an imposing fortress,Festung Marienberg, looking down on the steep vineyards and river below. The region’s cool climate produces delicate Silvaner white wines known for their freshness, character and distinctively shaped bottle – a Bocksbeutel.
For many, the most romantic stop along the route is the fairy-tale town ofRothenburg ob der Tauber. Walk the cobblestone lanes lined with jumbled half-timbered buildings and visit sights such as the Gothic church of St Jakob. Fans of Christmas and handmade German crafts should make a beeline for the flagship store ofKäthe Wohlfahrt, a company specializing in decorations, nutcrackers and unique gifts. There’s aChristmas Museum here too.
From here, the route heads towards the picturesque town of Nördlingen, with its walkable medieval walls and well-preserved old houses. Listen out for the night watchman calling out from the tower of St George's Church, a tradition that dates back to 1440. Continue and you’ll arrive inAugsburg, Bavaria’s third largest city, home to theAugsburger Dom, thePerlachturm, an extensive network of UNESCO-listed waterways and the world’s oldest social housing project still in use, known as theFuggerei.
The route ends in the bustlingFüssen, a romantic town on the edge of the Alps with a long tradition of stringed instrument making – especially violins. Most people stop here to visit Bavaria’s most famous castles,Schloss Neuschwanstein, andSchloss Hohenschwangau, and during the summer months the Forggensee reservoir, which offers stunning views of the
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