Romantic Road

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Why the
Romantic Road
is special

The Romantic Road takes you through a variety of walled medieval towns, eye-catching castles, and unspoiled countryside in Bavaria.

Romantic Road
tips & insights

Route

It travels from Wurzburg to Fussen (see small map below). The whole journey will put about 300 kilometers (200 miles) on your odometer.

Origin

The Romantic Road concept was created a little over a half century ago by a consortium of towns seeking to boost their tourism. Initially, some people thought the concept would never become popular. But it caught on. Today, it's a well-established travel institution.

Wurzburg

It is the traditional northern starting point. Its chief attractions are the Residenz palace (see left side of photo), the Marienberg Fortress, and the Old Town.

Rothenburg

The best and most famous in-between town is Rothenburg, which is a Hillman Wonders medal winner by itself. Click its name on the big map below to view my web page on Rothenburg.

Fussen

The Romantic Road ends in Fussen in the foothills of the Alps. The town is interesting and is near the famous Neuschwanstein Castle (see right side of photo).

  

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