Romantic Road

travel  wonder in Germany

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.

Tips & insights on

the Romantic Road

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

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 it would never become popular. But it caught on. Today, it's a well-established travel institution.

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

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.

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).

View my other gold,

silver & bronze medal

winners in Germany

My German

phrase guide

for travelers

What every visitor should know.

German cuisine

I hope your Germany travel dreams come true - and that 

my Romantic Road page helps you enjoy your vacation, tour or trip

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