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Germany’s Romantic Road, Munich & Lake Constance
Ulm
Lindau
AUSTRIA
Munich
From £689 10 Days
DEPARTS 10 JUN
DEPARTS 9 SEP Lake Constance
An area rich in natural beauty, cultural heritage and lively traditions, Germany’s southernmost state of Bavaria has plenty to offer visitors. Together we explore this charming region with a scenic tour of the Romantic Road, one of Germany’s oldest tourist routes, which combines picturesque medieval walled towns of half-timbered houses with idyllic scenery. We also discover Munich, the capital city of Bavaria, and Lindau, a charming old island town on the eastern shores of Lake Constance.
ITINERARY
Day 1
Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France on a bed and breakfast basis.
Day 2
Continue on to our hotel in Langenau, stopping en-route in the spa town of Baden-Baden.
Day 3 Ulm
We spend half a day in Ulm, situated on the River Danube. The city is known for its Gothic minster which has the world’s highest church steeple (529.95ft), and for being the birthplace of Albert Einstein. Highlights include the quaint fishermen’s quarter, picturesque footbridges and the beautiful town hall with its colourful painted walls and ornate astronomical clock dating back to 1520.
Day 4 Germany’s Romantic Road
We set off with a local guide on a scenic tour of the Romantic Road, one of Germany’s oldest tourist routes. We combine picture book scenery and sweeping vistas with visits to the medieval walled towns of Rothenburg and Dinkelsbühl, with their beautiful half-timbered buildings and cobbled streets.
Day 5 Day at leisure Day 6 Munich
We visit Munich, the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany’s most attractive cities. Lying near the foot of the German Alps, the city is famous for its beautiful architecture including the Frauenkirche, its largest church with its two dome-topped Gothic towers, and the City Hall in the Marienplatz, a lively square in the heart of the city.
Day 7 Optional excursion to Nuremberg including entrance to the Nazi Rally Grounds (£22pp)
Join an optional excursion to the charming city of Nuremberg, famous for its medieval walls, Gothic churches and ancient castle. Despite having been severely damaged in World War Two, many of the city’s medieval buildings have been painstakingly restored to their former glory. Our visit includes entrance to the former Nazi Rally Grounds, scattered with the ruins of monumental structures and where Nazi party rallies were held between 1933 and 1938.
Day 8 Lindau in Lake Constance
Our destination today is the town of Lindau, uniquely located on an island on Lake Constance, set against a stunning backdrop of mountains. Explore the historic buildings, lively squares and picturesque alleyways of the Old Town, stroll along the lakeside promenade or head to the bustling harbour where the entrance is flanked by a Bavarian lion and lighthouse.
Day 9
Travel to our overnight hotel in Germany, stopping en-route in the ancient university city of Heidelberg. A light evening meal is included tonight.
Day 10
Continue to Calais for our return ferry home. YOUR BREAK INCLUDES
y Return coach travel and ferry crossings y First and last night on a bed and breakfast basis in France/Germany (last night with a light evening meal) y 7 nights all inclusive at the 3-star Hotel Jägerhaus: y Dinner & breakfast y Packed lunches y 5 free drinks per night (beer, house wine, soft drinks, tea and coffee) y Excursions to Ulm, Munich & Lindau on
Lake Constance y Scenic tour of Germany’s Romantic Road y En-route visits to Baden-Baden & Heidelberg
Optional excursion to Nuremberg including entrance to the Nazi Rally Grounds (£22pp)
YOUR HOTEL
The 3-star Hotel Jägerhaus is located in the centre of the town of Langenau. The hotel has been run by generations of the same family for more than 100 years and offers en-suite rooms with satellite TV, a bar, lounge and restaurant.
Hotel accessibility information
Lift to all floors. 3 steps to entrance. No ground floor rooms.
Ulm
DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES
Dates
Fri 10 Jun Fri 9 Sep
