The Romantic Road Travel Guide
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- Places to Explore
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Guidebooks
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Fodor's Germany
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Of all the tourist routes that crisscross Germany, none rivals the aptly named Romantische Strasse, or Romantic Road. The scenery is more pastoral than spectacular, but the route is memorable for the medieval towns, villages, castles, and churches that anchor its 355-km (220-mi) length. Many of these are tucked away beyond low hills, their spires and towers just visible through the greenery.
The Romantic Road Hotels
With a few exceptions, the Romantic Road hotels are quiet and rustic, and you'll find high standards of comfort and cleanliness. If you plan to stay in...read more
Fodor's Choice
The Romantic Road Restaurants
During peak season, restaurants along the Romantic Road tend to be crowded, especially in the larger towns. You may want to plan your mealtimes around visits...read more
Things To Do in The Romantic Road
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Romantic Road
- Augsburg Savings! Book at Steigenberger Drei Mohren Fr $134+/Nt Save with Expedia, $45/night less
- Aug deal: Dorint An der Kongresshalle Augsburg Fr $143+/Nt Save with Expedia, $27/night less
- Save in Augsburg: Book 3 Nts in Aug Fr $131+/Nt — $131 Expedia
- Augsburg Savings! Book at Steigenberger Drei Mohren Fr $134+/Nt — $134 Save with Expedia, $45/night less
- Aug deal: Dorint An der Kongresshalle Augsburg Fr $143+/Nt — $143 Save with Expedia, $27/night less
The Romantic Road Experiences
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Neuschwanstein: Walt Disney may have spread the word about this castle, but the sight of the original, rising up against its theatrical backdrop... Read more
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King Ludwig II (1845-86), the enigmatic presence indelibly associated with Bavaria, was one of the last rulers of the Wittelsbach dynasty, which... Read more
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Tilman Riemenschneider, Germany's master of late-Gothic sculpture (1460-1531), lived an extraordinary life. His skill with wood and stone was... Read more
News & Features
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw... Read more
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Trip Ideas
Ask around and most people will tell you to spend as short a layover as possible in Athens before booking... Read more
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News, Hotels
When an Aman Resort opens, we come running.... Read more
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Not really a trip report but the beginning of my travel pictures from our trip in Germany in May.
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