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Visiting Romantic Road, Germany


Named by American soldiers during the post-World War II occupation years, the Romantic Road is a 200-mile-plus section of one of Germany's most picturesque highways, stretching from Würzburg in Bavaria's north to Füssen near the Austrian border. Along the route are many favorite tourist towns and attractions, including Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbühl, Augsburg, and Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles. Bike tours along the route are quite popular, and bus tours are also available.
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Hotel Exquisit

4 of 5 stars
Brooklyn, NY
Nov 18, 2009

This made the long weekend in Munich for me and my husband just perfect. The location is so close to the main touristy areas but far enough away that you can escape. Mass transit is also very...more

Treff Hotel Luitpoldpark Fuessen

4 of 5 stars
Australia
Nov 17, 2009

At the edge of the Alps this hotel is very roomy and modern - with an appropriate price tag at around 160 Euro more

Flair Hotel Reichskuechenmeiste

4 of 5 stars
Australia
Nov 17, 2009

Bumped into Rothenburg and glad we did. Found this lovely hotel (took the more expensive room) which was very roomy with couch, desk and large bed in a great location. more

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