23 days in Germany Itinerary
23 days in Germany Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Germany trip itinerary planner
Start: Reykjavik
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Cologne
— 1 night
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Rust
— 1 night
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen
— 3 nights
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Berchtesgaden
— 2 nights
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Munich
— 4 nights
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Dresden
— 4 nights
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Berlin
— 4 nights
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Hamburg
— 3 nights
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End: Reykjavik
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City of Churches
Though Cologne famously contains 12 Romanesque churches, the city's top prize remains its landmark Gothic cathedral.For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Cologne online route planner.
Reykjavik, Iceland to Cologne is an approximately 7-hour flight. The time zone changes from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Reykjavik in October: high temperatures in Cologne hover around 17°C and lows are around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Rust.
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Originally a poor fishing village, Rust now features a world-class amusement park complex.Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): get in on the family fun at Europa-Park.
To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, use the Rust trip site.
You can take a train from Cologne to Rust in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train, flight, and bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can drive to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Nestled within the Bavarian Alps, Garmisch-Partenkirchen offers a classic mountain feel along with world-class winter sports.Visiting Hollentalklamm and Alpspitz will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Schloss Hohenschwangau (in Hohenschwangau) and Schloss Neuschwanstein (in Schwangau). Next up on the itinerary: take in the awesome beauty at Zugspitze and step into the grandiose world of Schloss Linderhof.
To find maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Garmisch-Partenkirchen trip builder website.
Traveling by car from Rust to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and flight. In October, daytime highs in Garmisch-Partenkirchen are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) so you can drive to Berchtesgaden.
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Germany's Mountain Gem
Bordered on three sides by Austria, Berchtesgaden is encircled by snow-capped mountain peaks that offer sweeping views of the entire region.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Nationalparkzentrum - Haus der Berge. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the historical opulence of Schloss Berchtesgaden, then discover the riches below the earth's surface at Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Konigssee.
To find maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Berchtesgaden visit planner.
Traveling by car from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Berchtesgaden takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in October, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to drive to Munich.
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Village of a Million People
Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.Munich is known for museums, historic sites, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the natural beauty at English Garden, admire the landmark architecture of Frauenkirche, see the interesting displays at Munich Residenz, and explore the world behind art at Alte Pinakothek.
For other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Munich attractions planning site.
Traveling by car from Berchtesgaden to Munich takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In October, daily temperatures in Munich can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Dresden.
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Florence of the North
Dresden boasts a long history as a royal residence of many Saxon kings.Take a break from the city and head to Saxon Switzerland National Park and Elbe Sandstone Mountains. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at The Dresden Zwinger, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Frauenkirche Dresden, step into the grandiose world of Schloss & Park Pillnitz, and get outside with Schiffsanlegestelle Dresden.
To find traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Dresden online road trip planner.
You can drive from Munich to Dresden in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in October, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Berlin.
Things to do in Dresden
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Athens of the Spree
The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.Get in touch with nature at StandUpClub Berlin and Spree. There's still lots to do: pause for some photo ops at Brandenburg Gate, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Zoo Berlin, see the interesting displays at Topography of Terror, and make a trip to East Side Gallery.
To find out how to plan a trip to Berlin, use our trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Dresden to Berlin in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can catch the train to Hamburg.
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Gateway to the World
As the country's biggest port and one of the busiest in all of Europe, Hamburg has a well-deserved reputation as Germany's Gateway to the World.Hamburg is known for museums, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Miniatur Wunderland, get a sense of history and politics at Townhall, take in nature's colorful creations at Planten un Blomen, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Speicherstadt.
To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Hamburg trip planner.
Getting from Berlin to Hamburg by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Hamburg are 16°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Germany is the home of high culture, fine art, classical music, world-class sports, award-winning cuisine--and some of the world's best beers. It's also one of the major economic and political powers of the European continent. One of the founding members of the European Union, Germany is a federation of 16 states. Each boasts its own distinct culture, art, cuisine, regional traditions, and array of things to do. The country is known worldwide for its precision engineering and high-tech products. Equally, though, Germany is admired for its old-world charm and what is locally known as gemutlichkeit (coziness). This is one of the easiest countries in the world to explore, offering an abundance of sightseeing opportunities. German transportation runs with German efficiency. Therefore, getting around the various regions is almost always easy, quick, and pleasant. Visit the cities to explore museums, art galleries, modern restaurants, and trendy shops. Also be sure to venture deeper into the countryside. Here, you can discover ancient castles and bustling little villages. Often in these off-the-beaten-path areas, the main tourist attraction remains the simple hospitality of the friendly locals.
