This tour can start in Munich, Vienna or Prague and make the loop around the whole triangle of cities in either direction. Even better, get multi-stop air tickets and save a whole travel day which means more time in destination.
"Munich, Bavaria’s capital, is home to centuries-old buildings and numerous museums. The city is known for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and its beer halls, including the famed Hofbräuhaus, founded in 1589. In the Altstadt (Old Town), central Marienplatz square contains landmarks such as Neo-Gothic Neues Rathaus (town hall), with a popular glockenspiel show that chimes and reenacts stories from the 16th century."
See the picturesque UNESCO World Heritage City of Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart, culture and The Sound of Music! The city is divided by the Salzach River, with medieval and baroque buildings of the pedestrian Altstadt (Old City) on its left bank, facing the 19th-century Neustadt (New City) on its right. The Altstadt birthplace of famed composer Mozart.
Start your journey traveling through the famous UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Region Salzkammergut (Lake Area) passing by many picturesque villages en route until you arrive at Hallstatt the ‘Pearl of the Salzkammergut’. Well-known for its breath-taking beauty, Hallstatt is considered by many visitors as one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the World.
Austria's capital city, Vienna, lies on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence. In the museum quarter, visitors can take in famous works of art or the historical treasures of Austria's royalty. Visitors should check out the old town, visit cafes for cappuccino and pastries or have a night at the famous opera!
Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is bisected by the Vltava River. Nicknamed “the City of a Hundred Spires,” it's known for its Old Town Square, the heart of its historic core, with colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and the medieval Astronomical Clock, which gives an animated hourly show. Completed in 1402, pedestrian Charles Bridge is lined with statues of Catholic saints. Visitors can enjoy walking through old town up to the castle, take in a jazz concert or find one of the famous black light shows in the evening.
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Located on the Danube River in Bavaria, this medieval town contains many buildings of exceptional quality that testify to its history as a trading center. Come in the winter and shop the Christmas Markets or enjoy the atmosphere that speaks the UNESCO designation of the Old Town.
Nuremberg is a beautiful city with a rich and vibrant history.. The massive medieval fortifications of the striking old town, magnificent gothic churches, colorful market places (including the renowned Christmas Market), and hilltop castle of the old imperial city are awe-inspiring. Nuremberg is also a must-see for WWII buffs as the Third Reich had a huge presence here.
Enjoy a drive through the Bavarian panoramas from Munich to see the stunning building, beautiful landscape and magical atmosphere of Neuschwanstein Castle. Learn all about the impressive reign and tragic story of King Ludwig II.
Not only is Nuremberg rich with WWII history, if you are in Munich, you can also have a day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. Dachau was the first permanent camp built by the Nazi Party. It opened on March 22nd, 1933, only 2 months after Adolf Hitler’s rise to power and liberated on April 29th, 1945. The site is one of the most well preserved former camps in Europe today.
This route is easy to complete both in a rental car or on the trains that Europe is famous for.
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